Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 22, 2025

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1.34 km

Small Sandstone Caves in the Harz

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The small sandstone caves are no less spectacular than their large counterparts. My dogs never wanted to stop playing between the dark caves.

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3.20 km

Sandstone cave beneath Regenstein Fortress

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There are a lot of magical places in Heers, just a beautiful area.
A hiking fun for young and old.

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4.34 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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4.38 km

View of the Sandstone Caves

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A dreamlike view.

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4.46 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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4.77 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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6.23 km

Regenstein Mill (HWN 82)

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Now it becomes historical: Who would suspect a former mill at this place? Reproduced mill wheels are impressive in the rock. Numerous Dokutafeln give info to the background. Above the …

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6.28 km

Mule Trail to Regenstein Mill

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The upper approach to the mill

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7.11 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.61 km

2.81 km

350 m

327 m

Surfaces

5.00 km

1.40 km

324 m

159 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (170 m)

Weather

Wednesday 7 January

2°C

-4°C

77 %

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