Großvaterfelsen – Turnerfelsen loop from Blankenburg (Harz)

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Harz Mountains

Großvaterfelsen – Turnerfelsen loop from Blankenburg (Harz)

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Großvaterfelsen – Turnerfelsen loop from Blankenburg (Harz)

01:29

4.68km

120m

Hiking

Hard hike. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 5, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 1.42 km for 13 m

After 2.21 km for 78 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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556 m

View of Blankenburg Castle

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The castle is definitely worth a trip. 🏰

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810 m

Großvaterfelsen

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The Grandfather Rock is part of the Devil's Wall. Some strength is required to climb it. But the effort is rewarded. From the top you have a magnificent view of …

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1.14 km

Stone steps on the Teufelsmauer Ridge Trail

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You'll have this fun when you hike the Teufelsmauerkammweg trail above. Have fun :-)

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1.43 km

Devil's Chair (Teufelssessel)

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It's best to start in the dark so you can enjoy the sunrise 🌄

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1.45 km

Turnerfelsen

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Where the name comes from is probably obvious. 😀

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2.19 km

Heidelberg Watchtower

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The tracks from the past offer variety on the tour.

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3.00 km

Teufelsmauer Rocky Forest Trail

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There are fallen trees along the trail, so be careful. Sturdy footwear is recommended for the hike along the Devil's Wall.

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3.11 km

South Slope Trail along the Teufelsmauer

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This is a pleasant path below the rock formations of the Devil's Wall. On the monastery hiking trail you can relax after the demanding ridge climbing hike and end the tour in a relaxed manner.

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4.68 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.93 km

1.79 km

469 m

361 m

131 m

Surfaces

3.71 km

386 m

213 m

193 m

181 m

Elevation

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (230 m)

Weather

Wednesday 14 October

17°C

4°C

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Max wind speed: 8.0 km/h

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Comments

September 21, 2024,Teufelsmauer Kammweg Runde von Blankenburg im Harz

The Devil's Wall tour in Blankenburg had been on our agenda for a long time.

The last beautiful and warm weekend in September was just around the corner and we set off for Blankenburg in the Harz.

Others had the same idea and the beautiful little town was full of visitors.

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November 28, 2021,Kleine Wanderung oberhalb von Blankenburg (Harz)

During our stay here we took advantage of the great weather for a short hike.
You definitely have to be free from giddiness and agile for a few climbing exercises. You can see from the pictures that it is worth it. In other federal states, such hiking trails would probably be closed 🙈 .. it is officially signposted here 😇

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November 28, 2021,Kleine Wanderung oberhalb von Blankenburg (Harz)

A "let's use the weather" turned into a brilliant hike.
You should definitely be sure-footed, walk well and have a head for heights. Otherwise you will quickly reach your limits.
Sometimes we couldn't believe that this was an official way, but the signs and railings convinced us of it.

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August 6, 2023,Teufelszeug bei Blankenburg (auch im Geweihten Land)

After the high-altitude ride on the Titan, we went on the Teufelstrip on the Teufelsmauer near Blankenburg.
We didn't meet the devil personally, he was probably driven out by the witches.
But its structure, the wall, can be walked on a long length at the top of the ridge. A devilishly exciting affair.

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May 9, 2022,Auf der Teufelsmauer bei Blankenburg

Last day in Quedlinburg.
After visiting the Feininger gallery and the former monastery church of St. Marien on the Münzenberg in Quedlinburg, we went back to Blankenburg to the Teufelsmauer. Short but crisp! Great hike - like on the Rauenstein in Saxon Switzerland.

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August 12, 2023,Teufelsmauer I

Our wish today was the Teufelsmauer. So get in the car and go. But before that we went to the Rappodetalsperre. We had a four-part plan today.

1. Rappode Dam
2. Teufelsmauer I
3. Devil's Wall II
4. Witch Dance Square

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May 4, 2024,Wall of Devil 😈 Part 3 …the best off🥾👍

For me, the most beautiful section of the Devil's Wall. You should be in good shape and not afraid of heights...🥾🪨

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June 19, 2025,Blankenburg Teufelsmauer 😰👍

I almost forgot to share our tour from our last day of vacation in the Harz Mountains.
Our landlord had given us the tip about the Devil's Wall near Blankenburg, and we couldn't imagine what it was.
Parking was available nearby for €3 for 4 hours. Even the entrance, over steep rocks and handrails, gave us a hint of what …

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