Kaiser-Otto-Höhenweg -> Emperor Otto High Trail

Short Description

The Kaiser-Otto-Höhenweg leads over the ridge between Sangerhausen and Bennungen, on the northern edge of the Golden Aue in the Karst landscape South Harz Biosphere Reserve.

Description

The Kaiser-Otto-Höhenweg was named on the occasion of the 1100th birthday of Otto the Great, who was born in Wallhausen. On this hiking trail, you can enjoy magnificent views between the Allstedter Forst, the Thüringer Pforte, into the Golden Aue, to the Kyffhäuser Mountains, and to the Eichsfelder Pforte and Leinetal. In Wallhausen, Großleinungen-Drebsdorf, and Sangerhausen, three circular hiking trails (R1-R3) are available, where you can learn about the history of the region and discover the charming landscape.

At the starting points Sangerhausen or Bennungen train station, parking spaces are available. For the return journey by train, please inquire about the current train connections at www.bahn.de. This hiking trail offers unforgettable impressions in a dreamlike nature and is hikeable in every season.

Additional Information

Tourist Information Sangerhausen
Am Rosengarten 2 A, Europa Rosarium Main Entrance
06526 Sangerhausen

Tel: 03464 19433
info@sangerhausen-tourist.de 
www.sangerhausen-tourist.de

Directions

Car: via A38 to Sangerhausen or via Roßla to Bennungen
Train: Sangerhausen or Bennungen train station

Parking Information

Bennungen or Sangerhausen train station