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

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

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

02:38

8.84km

190m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 10, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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834 m

Teufelsmauer near Timmenrode

Highlight • Natural Monument

One of the many highlights on the fantastic Teufelsmauer

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859 m

Hamburger Wappen stamp station (HWN 74)

Highlight • Monument

For all stamp collectors Stamp office No. 74 Hamburg coat of arms

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1.04 km

Cliff path to the Devil's Wall

Highlight (Segment) • Natural Monument

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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2.11 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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2.75 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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3.86 km

Großvaterfelsen

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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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4.08 km

Grandmother Rocks

The plateau on which the Kasteler Felsenpfad dream loop runs consists of a horizontally deposited layer of rocks from the geological series of Buntsandstein. These continental deposits alternate …

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5.66 km

Stone steps on the Teufelsmauer Ridge Trail

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You'll have this fun when you hike the Teufelsmauerkammweg trail above. Have fun :-)

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8.84 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.92 km

1.90 km

1.83 km

1.06 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.48 km

855 m

542 m

517 m

447 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 5 October

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Comments

March 19, 2025,Teufelsmauer Blankenburg, Großvaterfelsen HWN 74 und Hamburger Wappen76

Today was one of the greatest hikes I've ever done.
We started in Blankenburg, hiking trail 9, toward the Grandmother's Rock, then the Grandfather's Rock. It was up and down the rocks of the Devil's Wall. A bit tricky in places. Then we went partway through the forest, past the Thunderstorm Grotto and the Fox's Den to the Hamburg coat …

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December 28, 2024,Klippenweg zur Teufelsmauer – Großvaterfelsen Runde von Timmenrode

Started our Harz vacation today in glorious weather. Hamburg coat of arms, devil's wall to Blankenburg and back. Great route, a bit difficult with dogs through the cliffs. Stunning panorama, especially today with clear skies!!

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May 17, 2026,Großer Rundweg Teufelsmauer Blankenburg (Harz)

Used today to hike parts of the Teufelsmauer near Blankenburg after a nice birthday party. Wonderful rock 🪨 formations and, incidentally, collected HWN numbers 74/76.

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June 22, 2024,Von Timmenrode, Schule nach Hamburger Wappen (Teufelsmauer) (HWN 074)

Devilishly good 👍. Beautiful hiking trail along the Teufelsmauer from Timmenrode. Originally just a stopgap solution, this tour turned out to be a highlight of this year...
Gamin says...350m and 9.55km.

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August 8, 2022,Von Blankenburg (Harz) auf der Teufelsmauer zum Hamburger Wappen und zurück

Today we hiked over the Teufelsmauer from Blankenburg to the Hamburg coat of arms with its great rock formations. Our rocky path led past the grandfather rock and the Fuchsbau.
I have to say The Teufelsmauer is really one of the highlights in the Harz Mountains.

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October 10, 2023,2023-10-10 Teufelsmauer-Stieg 😈

Today with young and old over the Teufelsmauer-Stieg to the Hamburg coat of arms. Super challenging, super exciting, 4 to 70 year olds performed at their best 💪. Rewarded with a nice rest and an easier way back, this was a great tour. We recommend .

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June 9, 2022,Großer Rundweg Teufelsmauer Blankenburg (Harz)

This tour is a must in the Harz Mountains! Everything looks harmless on the map. It then goes up and down on narrow paths, including climbing. Pulling up on railings, steep descents over root-covered sandy paths and rocks absolutely require sure-footedness and suitable shoes. You will be rewarded with magnificent views and spectacular rock formations. This hike is highly recommended.

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