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Landkreis Harz

Oberharz am Brocken

Steep trail to the Königsburg ruins

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Saxony-Anhalt
Harz Mountains

Landkreis Harz

Oberharz am Brocken

Steep trail to the Königsburg ruins

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Steep trail to the Königsburg ruins

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    Location: Oberharz am Brocken, Landkreis Harz, Harz Mountains, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

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    December 11, 2024

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    Very steep but interesting single trail down from the castle ruins. The path up is also steep but nice and narrow.
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    August 27, 2024

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    Good footwear is an advantage
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    January 15, 2025

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    This is the shorter way to Königsburg, a little steep. 😚 But when you get to the top, there is a bench where you can take a little break 😉
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    Elevation 470 m

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    Location: Oberharz am Brocken, Landkreis Harz, Harz Mountains, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

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