A minimalistic print of the Harzer-Hexen-Stieg hiking trail in Germany. It shows the entire route of this short thru-hike, key cities and mountain peaks, and essential statistics about it at the bottom. It's a unique gift for anyone who has completed the hike.
About the Harzer-Hexen-Stieg
The Harzer-Hexen-Stieg (Harzer Hexenstieg or Harz Witches Trail) is a short thru-hike in Germany that goes through the Harz Mountains. It starts at Osterode Am Harz, Lower Saxony, and heads to Thale, in Saxony-Anhalt. The trek also heads up to Brocken, the highest peak in the Nationalpark Harz. It's a pleasant backpacking trip that takes you through overgrown forests, hills, and many forgotten towns and historic points of interest.
Statistics About the Harz Witches Trail
- Start point: Osterode Am Harz, Lower Saxony
- End point: Thale, Saxony-Anhalt
- Total distance: 94 km / 58 miles
- Total altitude gain/loss: 2004 m / 6575 ft
- Highest point: 1141 m / 3743 ft (Brocken)
- Points of interest: Harz Mountains, Lower Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt, Harz National Park
- Countries crossed: Germany
- Time to finish: Typically 5 to 7 days