Torfhaus

Located at 800 meters above sea level in Lower Saxony, Torfhaus spreads across the Upper Harz region with views extending toward the Brocken mountain.

The settlement originated in the 16th century as a peat extraction site and underwent reconstruction in 1949 after destruction during World War II.

The Goetheweg hiking trail, named after the German poet, connects Torfhaus to the Brocken summit through the natural landscapes of the Harz region.

The National Park Visitor Center provides exhibitions, guided tours, and information about hiking trails from May to October with free admission.

The village features an illuminated sledding lift that operates during winter nights, allowing access to a 300-meter downhill run.

Location: Clausthal-Zellerfeld

Elevation above the sea: 800 m

Website: https://www.altenau.de/web/altenau-region/torfhaus/index.html

Website: https://altenau.de/web/altenau-region/torfhaus

GPS coordinates: 51.80250,10.53670

Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:33