The Top 20 Attractions around Harztor
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Harztor. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Harztor is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: October 24, 2025
Wendeleiche (Harzer Wandernadel 165)
Highlight • Natural Monument
The old turning body has fallen over in the meantime. You can still see the remains of the old spiral staircase that long ago allowed visitors to climb to the platform in the treetop.
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Josephskreuz on Großer Auerberg
Highlight • Monument
The Joseph Cross is a must in the south-eastern Harz. It stands on Josephshöhe and is, so to speak, a piece of Paris in the Harz Mountains. The Joseph Cross …
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Burgruine Hohnstein (HWN 98)
Highlight • Castle
The castle ruins can be hiked quickly and easily from Neustadt. It is said to have been built around 1120 and offers an impressive backdrop. It can be visited at …
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Poppenbergturm Observation Tower (HWN 92)
Highlight • Viewpoint
The South Harz is completely unjustly underestimated! There are not only great paths and interesting excursion destinations there, but also some fine mountains. Like the Poppenberg, which at 600.6 meters …
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Carlshausturm
Highlight • Viewpoint
You should definitely visit the Carlsturm when you are out and about in the southern Harz. I particularly liked the rise of Sophienhof very much. However, you should be free …
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