Sand Caves in Heers – Ruins of Regenstein Castle loop from Regenstein

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Harz Mountains

Sand Caves in Heers – Ruins of Regenstein Castle loop from Regenstein

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Sand Caves in Heers – Ruins of Regenstein Castle loop from Regenstein

01:26

4.61km

140m

Hiking

Hard hike. Great for any fitness level. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: August 29, 2026

Tips

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 229 m for 60 m

After 407 m for 177 m

Waypoints

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925 m

Sand Caves in the Heers (HWN 81) near Blankenburg (Harz Mountains)

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Absolutely recommended. And here too you will find a station of the Hazer Wandernadel.

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Sand Caves in Heers

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Right next to the caves soft white sand, rather not suitable for walking.
But definitely along the paths.

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1.55 km

View of the Regenstein Fortress

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The route is pleasant and not at all complicated.

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2.68 km

Ruins of Regenstein Castle

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The way here is worthwhile, in addition to the HWN stamp office, you absolutely have to visit the fortress

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3.16 km

Regenstein Castle and Fortress

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The Regenstein fortress is a unique experience for young and old. Its location on the rocks allows visitors a fantastic all-round view. In the north, the Heers can be seen …

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View of the Sandstone Caves

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A dreamlike view.

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3.28 km

Archway at Regenstein Castle

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Worth seeing old castle ruins... with white sandstone cave in the valley.

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4.61 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.49 km

974 m

698 m

441 m

Surfaces

3.50 km

379 m

276 m

214 m

180 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (170 m)

Weather

Monday 12 October

14°C

3°C

25 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 17.0 km/h

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Comments

February 23, 2024,Sandsteinhöhlen und Burg/Festung Regenstein bei Blankenburg

A worthwhile trip!
I wouldn't have expected anything like the sandstone caves in Germany. You are walking through the forest and suddenly the white rocks appear in front of you. In many places sanded smooth or dented by wind and weather. The large caves themselves were created by human hands. The Germanic peoples already had things here. Later the fine …

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June 7, 2022,Sandhöhlen und Burg Regenstein

Small but beautiful hike to the sand caves and Regenstein Castle.

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May 25, 2026,Harz: Burgruine Regenstein und Große Sandhöhlen (HWN 80+81)

First to the Regenstein castle ruins. The medieval market was still here today, a really great atmosphere. And then we went to the sandstone caves, which were also really beautiful in the evening light.

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September 2, 2025,HARZ 🧙‍♀️🧹 Sandsteinhöhlen und Festung Regenstein 🏰

The weather is so kind to us again today 🌤 that we want to use the afternoon for two very special highlights. Both can be easily combined and have also been on my 📃 wish list for ages. So the journey home is postponed until the evening 🌆 🚗.

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December 13, 2021,Sandsteinhöhlen

Regenstein Castle was unfortunately closed, as always on Mondays from October to March. If we had taken a closer look beforehand 🤦🏼‍♂️
Anyway, afterwards we are still in the aircraft museum in Wernigerode and have, among other things, examined the aircraft that my father had been working on for 20 years. The Mig 21😃

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November 5, 2022,HWN 80, 81, 82 Burgruine Regenstein, Sandsteinhöhlen

Nice little tour around the Regenstein castle ruins. Especially suitable for children. We were lucky and it wasn't that crowded. There are enough picnic areas.

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October 1, 2021,Kurze Abenteuerwanderung - Große Sandhöhlen -Erklimmung Festung Regenstein

Hiking shoes and sturdy clothing are highly recommended, so leave sandals, ballerinas and summer dresses at home. No old people, no children, no dogs. Danger of falling on the steep slope.

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