Sankt Andreasberg is a region in the Harz Mountains of Lower Saxony, Germany, situated at elevations between 600 and 900 meters. Its varied topography includes forests, mountain meadows, and rolling hills, with many trails extending into the Harz National Park. This landscape provides diverse opportunities for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, road cycling, and more.
Sankt Andreasberg offers a wide range of outdoor activities for enthusiasts. Across the region, more than…
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4.7
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1,084
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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616
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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697
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16.2km
04:39
380m
380m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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582
hikers
5.54km
01:29
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1,071
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125km
06:35
2,320m
2,310m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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345
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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125
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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59.6km
02:59
970m
970m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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191
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.5
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97
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
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321
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65.7km
04:59
1,460m
1,460m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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157
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48.8km
03:12
600m
600m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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206
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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104
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18.6km
01:21
290m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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58
runners
16.1km
01:49
300m
300m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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5.83km
00:38
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

31
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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38
hikers
15.4km
04:23
350m
350m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28.3km
08:32
890m
890m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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15.1km
04:31
430m
430m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
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4
hikers
Moderate mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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13
riders
79.3km
05:43
1,650m
1,650m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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64.8km
04:36
1,290m
1,290m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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24
riders
32.5km
02:10
560m
560m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

9
riders
66.7km
04:47
1,350m
1,350m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Sankt Andreasberg offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 300 routes for these sports. These activities take place across diverse landscapes within the Harz Mountains and Harz National Park.
Sankt Andreasberg provides an extensive network of hiking trails, including sections of the Harzer Hexenstieg. Routes traverse varied forests, light passages, and small upland moor areas. For detailed information on various routes, refer to the guide Hiking around Sankt Andreasberg.
Yes, Sankt Andreasberg offers hiking routes suitable for families and beginners. These trails often feature less challenging terrain and shorter distances. Specific family-friendly options can be found in the guide Family-friendly hikes around Sankt Andreasberg, and easy routes are detailed in Easy hikes around Sankt Andreasberg.
Sankt Andreasberg is a destination for mountain biking, featuring routes through natural surroundings and the MSB X-Trail Bike Park. The bike park offers trails of varying difficulty, from playful blue and red trails to steep black trails. More information is available in the guide MTB Trails around Sankt Andreasberg.
Yes, the region around Sankt Andreasberg provides opportunities for both touring and road cycling. The extensive network of paths and roads throughout the Harz National Park and surrounding areas accommodates these activities. Guides such as Cycling around Sankt Andreasberg and Road Cycling Routes around Sankt Andreasberg offer route suggestions.
Sankt Andreasberg is situated within the Harz National Park, featuring mountain meadows, forests, and the Oderteich Reservoir. The Samson Mine, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offers historical insights. Notable peaks include Matthias-Schmidt-Berg (2,175 feet / 663 meters) and Rehberg (2,930 feet / 893 meters).
Yes, Sankt Andreasberg offers dog-friendly hiking trails. It is important to adhere to regulations, especially within the Harz National Park, regarding dogs on trails. A dedicated guide for these routes is available: Dog-friendly hikes around Sankt Andreasberg.
Sankt Andreasberg is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 213,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The region features 341 routes across various sports, which have received an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 stars from over 56,000 ratings.
Sankt Andreasberg is located at an elevation ranging from approximately 1,970 feet (600 meters) to 2,950 feet (900 meters) above sea level. This makes it the highest mining town in the Harz Mountains.
Yes, there are hiking routes in Sankt Andreasberg that are accessible from bus stations. This allows visitors to reach trailheads without a private vehicle. Information on these routes can be found in the guide Hikes from bus stations around Sankt Andreasberg.
For official information and inquiries, the Sankt Andreasberg tourist information can be reached via their website or phone. The official website is sanktandreasberg.de, and the phone number is +49 5582 8033.

