• Harz, most northerly mountain range in Germany, between the Weser and Elbe rivers, occupying parts of the German Länder (states) of Lower Saxony and...
  • Königsruhe – Hiking in the Harz Mountains in the footsteps of kings. In the Bodetal, between Thale and Treseburg, stands the rustic inn Königsruhe.
  • If you’re like me, you’ve just found out about the Harz Mountains and are asking yourself, “How is it possible I’ve never heard of this place?”
  • These railways are used to reaching all but the last sixteen feet of Brocken’s summit, the highest mountain in the Harz range, at 3743 feet above sea level.
  • Read about itineraries, activities, places to stay and travel essentials and get inspiration from the blog in the best guide to The Harz mountains.
  • Enjoy the unique and diverse mountain wilderness in one of the largest national parks in Germany. More Info on www.nationalpark-harz.de.
  • In this guide, we’ve reviewed our full collection of hikes and walking routes in the Harz Mountains to bring you the best hiking routes in the region.
  • Steam locomotive with wagon in a valley in the Harz Mountains. Narrow gauge railway in the mountains in rainy autumn weather.
  • I first became aware of the Harz mountains and the Brocken when reading the works of some of Germany's great writers, like Goethe and Heinrich Heine.
  • The Harz Mountains have existed for millions of years due to geological processes, but human recognition and settlement in the area date back to prehistoric times.