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Torfhaus
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Torfhaus lies 812 metres above sea level, making it the highest village in Lower Saxony within the Harz National Park. It is part of the Upper Harz region. Surrounded by the varied landscape of the national park, the village offers direct access to numerous hiking trails and opportunities to experience nature. The Goetheweg trail, a walk to the Wolfswarte or through the vast Torfhausmoor, as well as the forest walking trail, invite you to explore nature in the Harz National Park in both summer and winter.

At the  , you can find comprehensive information about the area’s flora and fauna. You can also take part in guided tours through the moorland here or go for a walk along the .

The 65-metre-high  dominates the townscape. Several panoramic viewing platforms offer sweeping views across the Harz mountain range. On the glass-bottomed Skywalk or on the ‘Rasantia’ adventure slide, you can experience the heights in different ways. You can reach the tower either by lift or on foot.

During the colder months, Torfhaus transforms into a  with toboggan runs. Whether you’re cross-country skiing or tobogganing – the conditions on the various trails and slopes are perfectly suited to these activities. You can find the latest information and offers on the Harz winter sports website.

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- Wolf Observatory
- Torfhaus Family Hiking
- Hikers at Torfhausmoor - Harzer-Hexen-Stieg
- Mit Hund im Torfhausmoor
- Harz Resort Torfhaus

 

Holiday in Torfhaus
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Tourist Information Torfhaus

Harz Welcome Centre

- Torfhaus 1a
    38667 Torfhaus
- +49 5320 2290450
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