Brocken Summit – Brockenstraße loop from Blankenburg (Harz)

Brocken Summit – Brockenstraße loop from Blankenburg (Harz)

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Brocken Summit – Brockenstraße loop from Blankenburg (Harz)

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82.0km

1,340m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 10, 2026

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Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 3.54 km for 28 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.56 km

North Shore of Mönchemühlenteich

Highlight • Lake

A nice corner and even with a beer garden.

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3.77 km

Mönchmühlenteich Waterfall

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Very nice little waterfall

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34.2 km

View of the Brocken Road and Harz National Park

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Although you are not yet at the top, you have a beautiful view of the valley from here. Unfortunately, many trees are broken.

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39.3 km

Brockenbahn Steam Railway

Highlight • Structure

A ride on the Brockenbahn is a special experience. If you hike up the Brocken, you can hear her panting when she drives up or down the path.

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40.7 km

Brocken Weather Station

Highlight • Monument

The weather station is now also equipped with a 360 degree chamber.

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41.0 km

Brocken Summit

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The highest peak in the Harz above the tree line. Certainly not the most exciting climb on a mountain bike, but still a must, simply because it's there. ;-)

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41.3 km

Brocken Railway Station

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The HSB (Harzer Schmalspurbahnen) have parked a (red) tank car with extinguishing water on the Brocken for possible accidents. The wagon stands on a trolley, in winter it goes into …

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