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Großvaterfelsen – Cliff path to the Devil's Wall loop from Wienrode

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Großvaterfelsen – Cliff path to the Devil's Wall loop from Wienrode

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4.8

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Großvaterfelsen – Cliff path to the Devil's Wall loop from Wienrode

06:49

23.6km

510m

Hiking

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

Last updated: May 18, 2026

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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 3.51 km for 690 m

After 4.58 km for 58 m

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Start point

Bus stop

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3.31 km

Großvaterfelsen

Highlight • Natural Monument

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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3.40 km

Devil's Wall Ridge Trail

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The Devil's Wall in the Harz is one of the most spectacular rock towers in the Harz. The 20 kilometer long sandstone wall with its striking individual rocks is not …

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5.06 km

Fox Den (Devil's Wall)

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"The" Fuchsbau "is an artificial, accessible, cellar-like cavity in the area of the Teufelsmauer. It is located directly on the roadside east of the thunderstorm grotto. The small cave was …

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5.13 km

Cliff path to the Devil's Wall

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A beautiful path over hill and dale. Rock crevices and pine trees, narrow paths and beautiful views line this path. It connects the Hamburg coat of arms with the Teufelsmauer …

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6.34 km

Hamburger Wappen (Devil's Wall)

Highlight • Natural Monument

It looks like the Hamburg coat of arms made of sandstone 😁

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10.6 km

Steinköpfe

Nature Reserve

14.0 km

Rocky ascent to the Roßtrappe

Highlight • Climb

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

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14.5 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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16.8 km

View of the Bode River and the Hinkelsteine

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Very nice to relax from everyday life

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23.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.7 km

5.79 km

3.70 km

1.67 km

1.18 km

488 m

Surfaces

9.68 km

8.35 km

2.45 km

2.26 km

804 m

Elevation

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Highest point (410 m)

Lowest point (160 m)

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Großvaterfelsen – Cliff path to the Devil's Wall loop from Wienrode

Großvaterfelsen

Devil's Wall Ridge Trail

Fox Den (Devil's Wall)

Cliff path to the Devil's Wall

Hamburger Wappen (Devil's Wall)

Rocky ascent to the Roßtrappe

Viewpoint over Thale

View of the Bode River and the Hinkelsteine

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