Harz Mountains
The Harz Mountains lie just around 40 kilometres north of our guesthouse and are perfect for a day trip. With the Brocken peak (1,141 m), the historic Brocken Railway and thousands of kilometres of hiking trails, the Harz offers pure nature.
Via Bad Lauterberg or Bad Sachsa you can reach the southern Harz in less than an hour. The highlight is the Brocken – at 1,141 metres the highest peak in northern Germany. You can reach the summit on foot or aboard the steam-powered Brocken Railway, one of the largest narrow-gauge railways in Germany.
Harz National Park protects 247 square kilometres of unique mountain landscape with moors, spruce forests and rare animal species. Over 8,000 kilometres of marked hiking trails lead through the region – from leisurely walks to challenging summit tours.
For rainy days, the stalactite caves in Rubeland and the Unicorn Cave near Scharzfeld offer an underground adventure. Historic half-timbered towns such as Wernigerode and Quedlinburg invite you to explore.
Unser Tipp
Take the Brocken Railway from Wernigerode to the summit and hike back down via the Goetheweg trail – that way you can experience both in one day.
Practical Information
- Best time to visit
- June to October, dress warmly on the Brocken
- Website
- https://www.harzinfo.de