Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 20, 2026

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Heerter See und Waldgebiet Heerter Strauchholz

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.24 km

Heerter See Trailhead Parking

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The free hiking car park Heerter See is located on the K2 between Gebhardshagen and Lobmachtersen. From here you can take a direct route to the observation tower or as …

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3.69 km

Observation Tower at Heerter Lake

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From the observation tower you can watch the local bird life very well. Over 300 species of birds have so far been detected in the nature reserve.

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6.66 km

View of Heerter Lake

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Nice view over the lake to Brocken.

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7.48 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.24 km

573 m

469 m

176 m

Surfaces

4.59 km

1.25 km

787 m

573 m

150 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 27 March

6°C

1°C

98 %

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Heerter See Trailhead Parking – View of Heerter Lake loop from Heerte

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Observation Tower at Heerter Lake

View of Heerter Lake

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