Dam Wippra, a region in the Southern Harz, is characterized by its diverse landscape, featuring the scenic Wippertal, lush forests, and the prominent Wippra flood control reservoir. The area's varied terrain, with mountains reaching up to 400 meters, makes it suitable for a range of outdoor pursuits. This natural setting provides an ideal backdrop for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more. The region is recognized for its well-maintained trails and natural features that support…
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4.6
(389)
1,200
hikers
6.00km
01:37
70m
70m
Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.7
(29)
104
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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40
hikers
6.38km
01:47
130m
130m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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140
hikers
7.06km
01:56
110m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
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43
riders
20.6km
01:24
250m
250m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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22
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14.1km
00:54
140m
140m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18
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11.1km
00:42
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17
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7.52km
00:31
80m
80m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
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22
riders
47.7km
02:48
570m
570m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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36.6km
02:15
500m
500m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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53.0km
02:58
520m
520m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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10
riders
40.8km
02:46
520m
520m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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8
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39.1km
02:55
560m
560m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.3
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5
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31.6km
02:06
370m
370m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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7
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11.8km
00:45
140m
140m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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14
riders
66.8km
02:56
610m
610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

7
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33.0km
01:30
350m
350m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

6
riders
91.8km
04:29
1,210m
1,210m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

7
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86.0km
03:44
650m
650m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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6
runners
7.65km
00:51
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.2km
01:10
110m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.55km
00:42
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
9.37km
01:00
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Dam Wippra offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features a diverse landscape with forests, meadows, and the Wippra flood control reservoir. Over 92,000 visitors have explored routes in Dam Wippra, which have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars on komoot.
Dam Wippra features a wide network of marked hiking trails through forests and meadows. Notable routes include the extended Planetary Path, the "Buschklepperweg," and the "Steigerschleife." A 4-mile [7 km] loop trail is also available around the Wippra dam itself. For more options, explore the Hiking around Dam Wippra guide.
Yes, Dam Wippra offers easy hiking trails suitable for various fitness levels. These routes traverse forests and meadows, providing accessible outdoor experiences. The Easy hikes around Dam Wippra guide provides specific recommendations.
Dam Wippra provides family-friendly hiking options, including the Planetary Path which features a scale model of the solar system and informational boards. The region's well-maintained trails are suitable for families with children. More details can be found in the Family-friendly hikes around Dam Wippra guide.
Yes, Dam Wippra offers dog-friendly trails for visitors. It is advisable to keep dogs on a leash and follow local regulations to ensure a pleasant experience for all trail users and wildlife. The Dog-friendly hikes around Dam Wippra guide lists suitable routes.
Cyclists can find various routes in Dam Wippra, including scenic road cycling through the Wippertal and touring routes like the Harz circular cycle route. The region also connects to the Harz-Saale long-distance cycle route. For more information, consult the Cycling around Dam Wippra guide.
Yes, Dam Wippra offers diverse terrain for mountain biking, particularly around the Wippra dam and quarry cliffs. Trails cater to various skill levels, with some requiring good fitness and advanced riding skills. Specific routes are detailed in the MTB Trails around Dam Wippra guide.
The Dam Wippra region is characterized by the idyllic Wipper Valley, with the Wipper River flowing through it. Mountains reaching up to 1,300 feet [400 meters] are covered with deciduous and coniferous forests. The Wippra flood control reservoir is a prominent feature, and an arboretum is located below the dam.
Beyond outdoor activities, Dam Wippra features the Wipperia Funpark, which includes a summer toboggan run, an adventure playground, and a sky rope park. The region also has a rich history, with a traditional brewery and museum. The "Wipperliese" regional train offers a scenic way to experience the landscape.
Dam Wippra is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 92,000 visitors having explored routes in the region. The routes have received an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from users. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among the komoot community.
Komoot offers several guides for Dam Wippra, including Hiking around Dam Wippra, Family-friendly hikes around Dam Wippra, and Cycling around Dam Wippra. Other guides cover topics like easy hikes, dog-friendly trails, and mountain biking routes. These guides provide curated information and route suggestions for various activities.
The "Wipperliese," a regional train route from Klostermansfeld, provides access to Wippra for tourism purposes. This offers a scenic way to reach the region. Komoot also provides a guide for Hikes from bus stations around Dam Wippra.
The Wippra region, recognized as a state-recognized recreation area, offers various amenities for visitors. While specific establishments are not listed, the area provides options for accommodation and dining. The village of Wippra itself has facilities to support tourism.

