Discover Braunlage and its surroundings
RELAXING AND EXCITING EXPERIENCES
The Harz Mountains are always worth a visit – all year round!
Braunlage offers a wide range of winter and summer activities, ensuring exciting and sporty experiences amidst breathtaking landscapes.
You have plenty of options: Take a thrilling ride down the Wurmberg in Braunlage on a monster scooter or mountain bike, or enjoy alpine skiing, snowboarding, sledding, or snow tubing. Additionally, you’ll find kilometers of well-groomed cross-country ski trails and marked hiking and cycling routes around the town and into the surrounding forests of the Harz National Park.
Beyond that, Braunlage and its surroundings offer unique natural and cultural experiences.
We have selected a variety of exciting excursion tips for you, which you can explore on foot, by bike, motorcycle, or car.
We are happy to assist you and provide personalized advice upon your arrival.
The Wurmberg in Braunlage
The highest montain in Lower Saxony
At 971.2 meters above sea level, the Wurmberg in Braunlage is the highest mountain in Lower Saxony. The ski area around the Wurmberg is unique in all of Northern Germany.
Alpine ski slopes, freestyle areas, toboggan runs, snow tubing areas, cross-country ski trails, and winter hiking paths ensure you can experience the full diversity of winter on the Wurmberg.
An excellent snow-making system can be used depending on snow conditions.
In summer, the Braunlage Bike Park www.bikepark-braunlage.de) offers 18,000 meters of trails, providing endless riding fun for both beginners and pros.
Six designed yet largely natural trails make full use of the Wurmberg’s unique topography and promise pure adventure in a breathtaking setting – complete with stunning panoramic views.
A special highlight for thrill-seekers: the “Monster Scooters” – oversized kick scooters with chunky tires and disc brakes that deliver the ultimate downhill fun for both kids and adults.
The Wurmberg Mountain Adventure World is the perfect day-trip destination for the whole family.
From here, you have direct access to the Harz National Park with its extensive network of well-marked cycling and hiking trails.
It is one of the largest forest national parks in Germany and the country’s first cross-state national park. Its diversity is what makes it so special.
The park’s rich natural landscapes, deep valleys and gorges, mysterious moors, striking rock formations, and the distinctive Harz mountain climate offer the perfect setting for a relaxing yet active holiday.
Historic old town Goslar
UNESCO World heritage
Goslar – the thousand-year-old imperial city on the edge of the Harz Mountains – was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1992.
Its historic old town invites visitors on a fascinating journey through time, from the Middle Ages to the present day.
Where emperors and kings once ruled, today you’ll find a vibrant town full of charm, with picturesque alleys and squares perfect for strolling, shopping, dining, and relaxing. Narrow cobblestone lanes and magnificent medieval buildings shape the character of Goslar.
Highlights include the Imperial Palace (Kaiserpfalz), built in Romanesque style, and the many half-timbered houses along Peterstraße.
Also part of the World Heritage Site is the Rammelsberg Mine, which documents over 1,000 years of mining history.
Once home to the world’s largest connected deposit of copper, lead, and zinc ore, it now offers an unforgettable underground experience.
A visit is well worth it! 👉 www.goslar.de
Der Brocken
The Brocken – highest mountain in the Harz
At 1,141.2 meters above sea level, the Brocken is the highest mountain in the Harz region and also the tallest peak in all of northern Germany.
In August 1961, the Brocken—located near the former inner-German border—was declared a military restricted area by the GDR and was no longer accessible to the public. Since 1989, however, visitors have once again been able to explore the mountain, visit the Brocken Museum, and stroll through the Brocken Garden, a botanical garden at the summit.
You can reach the top of the Brocken via well-maintained hiking and cycling trails from several directions and towns. A particularly memorable experience is the Brockenbahn, a historic narrow-gauge railway that takes passengers all the way up to the highest train station in Germany.
More info: Harzinfo | Harzer Schmalspurbahnen
Upper Harz Water Management System
UNESCO World heritage
Another UNESCO World Heritage Site is the Upper Harz Water Management System – a unique network of ponds, ditches, tunnels, and mining facilities located in the Lower Saxony part of the Harz Mountains.
Developed from the 16th century onwards, the system was used to power waterwheels for mining operations. These waterwheels drove pumps, moved ore carts, and even transported miners.
The continuous supply of water made it possible to operate what were once the deepest mines in the world, turning the Harz region into Europe’s largest silver producer during the Baroque era.
A special tip: Take the educational hiking trail from the Oderteich reservoir to the Rehberger Grabenhaus. The 6-kilometer route runs directly along the historic ditches, with information boards providing fascinating insights into the 500-year history of the Upper Harz Water Management System.
Harz Turm
Adventure at 65 Meter height
Looking for a truly unique selfie spot? Then head straight to the Harz Tower! Standing 65 meters tall, this extraordinary attraction in Torfhaus offers an unforgettable moment surrounded by nature. From two viewing platforms – one of them a glass-floor skywalk – you’ll enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over the Harz National Park and the Brocken mountain. You can reach the top on foot or by elevator. And for the way down? Try the thrilling adventure slide “Rasantia” – a magical ride with 110 meters of twists, turns, and glowing light effects. A fun and exhilarating experience for all ages!
Harzdrenaline
A place full of thrills and fun
At Harzdrenalin, the name says it all!
Segway tours, wall running, the Mega Zipline, and the “Titan-RT” – the longest suspension bridge of its kind – promise breathtaking thrills and unforgettable experiences.
Located near Blankenburg (Harz) at the Wendefurth Dam and Rappbode Dam, Harzdrenalin offers one-of-a-kind adventures you won’t forget. It’s the ultimate adrenaline rush in the Harz region – and the perfect contrast to peaceful nature hikes or cultural excursions.
Beneath the montain
Above the trees
& a fairytale castle
More excursion tips in the surrounding area
Welcome to the world’s former deepest mine
The Samson Mine in Sankt Andreasberg is one of the most significant mining monuments in Europe. It is home to the world’s only operational man engine (“Fahrkunst”), now recognized as an international mechanical heritage monument. Also impressive are the two water wheels, one of which—a 12-meter-high pumping wheel—is still powered by water during guided tours, just like centuries ago.
Since 2010, the Samson Mine has been part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site “Rammelsberg Mine, Old Town of Goslar and the Upper Harz Water Management System.” 👉 www.grube-samson.de
Harz Treetop Walk
Let’s go – up we go! Ready to experience nature from a whole new perspective?
Thousands of visitors explore the treetops of the Kaltes Tal each year on the Harz Treetop Walk. Fully accessible and rising to over 20 meters in height, the 1,000-meter-long path features 50 interactive experience stations along the way, offering a truly unique outdoor experience through the forest canopy. www.baumwipfelpfad-harz.de
The Neuschwanstein of the North
Once a medieval fortress, Wernigerode Castle has been expanded and transformed over the centuries into the impressive building it is today. A tour through the castle reveals architectural influences from different eras, each leaving its mark on this historic site. After your visit, enjoy a leisurely stroll through Wernigerode’s charming old town, with its inviting shops, cafés, and restaurants. www.wernigerode.de