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The Top 20 Gorges in the Harz Mountains

Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 20

to choose from in the Harz Mountains. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in the Harz Mountains.

Last updated: November 27, 2025

Ilsetal Valley

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The romantic valley can be found in the Upper Harz Mountains, more precisely on the way from Ilsenburg to the Brocken. The Ilsetal bears the name of the river Ilse, …

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Bodekessel

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High and safe above the Bodekessel you can hear how powerful the Bode flows through the rocks. And if you look closely, you might even find the giant knight Bodo, …

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Bodetal Viewpoint

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Beautiful Bode Valley. A landscape like in Lord of the Rings. I was overwhelmed. Leave it as it is and take your trash with you✌️

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View of the Bodetal from the Roßtrappe

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The Rosstrappe rock near Thale, which protrudes far above, impresses above all with its steep edges and its view. Hundreds of meters of steep flanks fall here and somewhere down …

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Harzer Hexenstieg — Bodetal Gorge Trail

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The Bodetal is probably the most beautiful valley in the Harz Mountains and is also one of the most beautiful gorges in Germany. In some places it is also referred …

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View over Thale

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Definitely has something. Wide views, even from exposed places.

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Hirschgrund Serpentines Between Bode and La Viershöhe

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Demanding ascent or descent. Sure-footedness and sturdy shoes are mandatory, sticks are recommended. Once you have made the ascent, you will be rewarded with a great view from La Viershöhe. …

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View of the Bodetal and Thale from the Hexentanzplatz

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There are numerous views around the Bode Kessel, all of which are highlights.

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Wächterfelsen

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Also easy to reach by cable car.

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Bodetal Nature Reserve

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With one of the most beautiful regions in the Harz.
From the Roßtrappe you have a great view of the Bodetal and the Bode.

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Ilsetal Valley

Bodekessel

Bodetal Viewpoint

View of the Bodetal from the Roßtrappe

Harzer Hexenstieg — Bodetal Gorge Trail

View over Thale

Hirschgrund Serpentines Between Bode and La Viershöhe

View of the Bodetal and Thale from the Hexentanzplatz

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