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Carlshaus Tower (HWN 051) – Stierberg Pond (HWN 048) loop from Sophienhof

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Carlshaus Tower (HWN 051) – Stierberg Pond (HWN 048) loop from Sophienhof

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Carlshaus Tower (HWN 051) – Stierberg Pond (HWN 048) loop from Sophienhof

03:57

13.7km

280m

Hiking

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

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 1.19 km for 231 m

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1.08 km

Sophienhof station (Harz Narrow Gauge Railway)

Highlight • Rest Area

Apart from the fact that the brewery inn "Brauner Hirsch" is an absolute highlight. I am always happy when the steam locomotive drives along there 🐐🍂🚂

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3.32 km

Carlshaus Tower (HWN 051)

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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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3.58 km

View of Wurmberg and Brocken

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Global warming and the bark beetle have contributed to the clear view of the Brocken and the surrounding Upper Harz Mountains due to the deforestation of the dried up spruce trees.

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5.37 km

Dammbach Wooden Footbridge

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Very beautiful natural valley

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6.08 km

Walzen Hut (HWN 50)

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The Walzenhütte is a refuge on a Wegspinne. It is the hub of many hikes. From here you can reach Benneckenstein, Trautenstein, Rothesütte or Sophienhof. Nearby runs the railway line …

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6.25 km

View of the Harz Narrow Gauge Railway from the Wooden Bridge

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A good point to see the HSB from above.

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7.72 km

Oberharzblick on the Buchenberg (HWN 47)

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Coming on a hiking trail from the Stierbergsteich, you reach the Oberharzblick on Buchenberg with the stamp 047 of the Harzer hiking pin. Here there is a wonderful view of the Wurmberg and Brocken.

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10.4 km

Stierberg Pond (HWN 048)

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The Stierbergsteich is a beautiful, quiet place in the middle of the forest. It is a must on a tour from Sophienhof! Stamp number 48 of the Harz hiking pin is located in the refuge.

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13.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.8 km

1.18 km

1.16 km

332 m

246 m

Surfaces

6.99 km

4.62 km

1.48 km

312 m

266 m

Elevation

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Highest point (610 m)

Lowest point (490 m)

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Tuesday 12 May

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3°C

60 %

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Carlshaus Tower (HWN 051) – Stierberg Pond (HWN 048) loop from Sophienhof

Sophienhof station (Harz Narrow Gauge Railway)

Carlshaus Tower (HWN 051)

View of Wurmberg and Brocken

Dammbach Wooden Footbridge

Walzen Hut (HWN 50)

View of the Harz Narrow Gauge Railway from the Wooden Bridge

Oberharzblick on the Buchenberg (HWN 47)

Stierberg Pond (HWN 048)

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