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Saxony-Anhalt
Harz Mountains
Thale

Sand Caves in Heers – Großvaterfelsen loop from Thale

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Bike touring routes & trails
Germany
Saxony-Anhalt
Harz Mountains
Thale

Sand Caves in Heers – Großvaterfelsen loop from Thale

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Sand Caves in Heers – Großvaterfelsen loop from Thale

02:21

32.8km

370m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

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12.9 km

Jogy's forest pub

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If you are hiking (or cycling), you can take a well-deserved break in the middle of beautiful nature. The beer garden is very nicely designed and invites you to a cozy get-together.

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14.9 km

Sand Caves in Heers

Highlight • Cave

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

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15.4 km

View of Regenstein

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4

21.5 km

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22.5 km

Großvaterfelsen

Highlight • Natural Monument

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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24.7 km

Gewittergrotte Rock Formation

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Imposing rock formation that is worth a visit. Nearby there is also the "Fuchsbau" - an underground room with a window to the forest. Both are worth a stop.

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24.7 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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25.9 km

Hotel Helsunger Krug

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A very nice inn near the Devil's Wall. They serve not only homemade cakes and coffee, but also beer, wine, and hearty dishes. You can even stay overnight.

For more information and opening hours, click here: helsungerkrug.de/STARTSEITE.

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32.8 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.1 km

8.30 km

7.65 km

1.78 km

1.73 km

1.71 km

437 m

Surfaces

21.3 km

7.67 km

1.64 km

1.37 km

768 m

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (160 m)

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Monday 12 October

15°C

2°C

20 %

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