Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: January 20, 2026

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Bodetal

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Train Station

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1.01 km

View of the Bode River and the Hinkelsteine

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The Bodetal on the eastern foothills of the low mountain range is one of the most spectacular valleys in the Harz Mountains. ⛰🧑‍🦯🏞

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3.31 km

Viewpoint over Thale

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Thale is located on the north-eastern edge of the Harz Mountains, where the Bode emerges from the mountains and has dug a deep gorge between the steep, legendary rocks of …

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3.45 km

Bodetal Nature Reserve

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Thale is located on the north-eastern edge of the Harz Mountains, where the Bode emerges from the mountains and has dug a deep gorge between the steep, legendary rocks Hexentanzplatz …

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3.78 km

Rocky ascent to the Roßtrappe

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A rocky and exciting climb. Be careful if you are restricted in walking. But the view is fantastic.

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3.87 km

View into the Bode Valley

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3.93 km

The Hoofprint of Brunhilde's Horse (Rosstrappe)

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The great jump of the horse from the rock (Hexentanzplatz) over the valley to the other rock (Rosstrappe), so that the princess Brunhilde could get to safety from the giant …

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7.25 km

Bode Valley in the Harz Nature Park

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The deeply incised Bode Valley once fascinated the great poets Goethe and Fontane – no wonder it's a popular destination for nature lovers.

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7.91 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.12 km

967 m

577 m

172 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.65 km

1.47 km

524 m

279 m

Elevation

Weather

Saturday 31 January

-1°C

-6°C

11 %

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View of the Bode River and the Hinkelsteine

Viewpoint over Thale

Bodetal Nature Reserve

Rocky ascent to the Roßtrappe

View into the Bode Valley

The Hoofprint of Brunhilde's Horse (Rosstrappe)

Bode Valley in the Harz Nature Park

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