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Stierberg Pond (HWN 048) – Sophienhof Goat Alm (HWN 097) loop from Harzer Bachtäler

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Stierberg Pond (HWN 048) – Sophienhof Goat Alm (HWN 097) loop from Harzer Bachtäler

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Stierberg Pond (HWN 048) – Sophienhof Goat Alm (HWN 097) loop from Harzer Bachtäler

05:42

20.1km

380m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 29, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 10.9 km for 231 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.82 km

Oberharzblick on the Buchenberg (HWN 47)

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Coming on a hiking trail from the Stierbergsteich, you reach the Oberharzblick on Buchenberg with the stamp 047 of the Harzer hiking pin. Here there is a wonderful view of the Wurmberg and Brocken.

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6.54 km

Stierberg Pond (HWN 048)

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The Stierbergsteich is a beautiful, quiet place in the middle of the forest. It is a must on a tour from Sophienhof! Stamp number 48 of the Harz hiking pin is located in the refuge.

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9.61 km

Sophienhof Goat Alm (HWN 097)

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The Ziegenalm in Sophienhof is the destination and starting point for many hikes. Here children can get in touch with the cattle. You can also see wild. Sometimes the shaggy …

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10.8 km

Sophienhof station (Harz Narrow Gauge Railway)

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Apart from the fact that the brewery inn "Brauner Hirsch" is an absolute highlight. I am always happy when the steam locomotive drives along there 🐐🍂🚂

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13.0 km

Carlshaus Tower (HWN 051)

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You should definitely visit the Carlsturm if you are in the Südharz. I especially liked the ascent from Sophienhof. However, you should not be afraid of heights, because even then …

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13.3 km

View of Wurmberg and Brocken

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Global warming and the bark beetle have contributed to the clear view of the Brocken and the surrounding Upper Harz Mountains due to the deforestation of the dried up spruce trees.

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15.1 km

Dammbach Wooden Footbridge

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Very beautiful natural valley

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15.8 km

Walzen Hut (HWN 50)

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The Walzenhütte is a refuge on a Wegspinne. It is the hub of many hikes. From here you can reach Benneckenstein, Trautenstein, Rothesütte or Sophienhof. Nearby runs the railway line …

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20.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.1 km

1.18 km

1.16 km

433 m

184 m

Surfaces

9.15 km

6.01 km

4.39 km

327 m

184 m

Elevation

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Highest point (610 m)

Lowest point (470 m)

Weather

Monday 13 July

22°C

13°C

71 %

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Stierberg Pond (HWN 048) – Sophienhof Goat Alm (HWN 097) loop from Harzer Bachtäler

Oberharzblick on the Buchenberg (HWN 47)

Stierberg Pond (HWN 048)

Sophienhof Goat Alm (HWN 097)

Sophienhof station (Harz Narrow Gauge Railway)

Carlshaus Tower (HWN 051)

View of Wurmberg and Brocken

Dammbach Wooden Footbridge

Walzen Hut (HWN 50)

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