Summit in Harz

The highest mountain in the Harz is the Brocken with a height of 1,141 metres. It is considered the local mountain of the Harz and attracts numerous visitors every year. There are various ways to get to the summit: One popular option is to take the historic steam locomotive from the station in Wernigerode. The nostalgic train winds its way through dense forests and past picturesque half-timbered houses to the summit of the Brocken.

For sporty active holidaymakers, there is also the option of climbing the mountain on foot. Various hiking routes lead through the national park area up to the Brocken's summit cross. Depending on the starting point, this climb can take several hours, but the effort is rewarded: once at the top, an impressive view opens up over the entire Harz region as well as far beyond.

Besides the Brocken, there are other mountains in the Harz worth seeing, such as the Wurmberg or the Achtermannshöhe. These also offer great vantage points and are easily accessible for both experienced hikers and families.

So if you like hiking or simply want to enjoy the breathtaking nature of the Harz, you should definitely take a trip to the mountains. Whether on the Brocken or one of the other peaks - the view over the landscape and the feeling of being high up are simply priceless.