Running in Naturschutzgebiet Oberharz is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Naturschutzgebiet Oberharz—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Ecker Dam – Brocken Summit (1,142 m) loop from Torfhaus	Expert 02:52 24.4km
Brocken Summit (1,142 m) – Baderbrück Observation Tower loop from Villenviertel	Expert 03:16 28.8km
Lynx Monument loop from Torfhaus	Expert 00:46 6.95km
Oderteich Lake loop from Torfhaus	Intermediate 01:13 10.8km

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Ecker Dam – Brocken Summit (1,142 m) loop from Torfhaus
02:52
24.4km
7:05/km
640m
640m
Expert
4.5
(4)
116
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Brocken Summit (1,142 m) – Baderbrück Observation Tower loop from Villenviertel
03:16
28.8km
6:48/km
650m
650m
Expert
59
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Lynx Monument loop from Torfhaus
00:46
6.95km
6:34/km
120m
120m
Expert
4.3
(4)
51
Expert run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Oderteich Lake loop from Torfhaus
01:13
10.8km
6:44/km
120m
120m
Intermediate
5.0
(1)
26
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.