train times at the official HSB website,
Eurostar to Brussels & onwards ICE
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Another train arrives from Wernigerode and
Option 4, if you've more time,
It is also attached to a park, which makes for a nice stroll. the station on the day, or indeed on board the train. 60 km (37 miles)
The depot observation deck is on the left. Mountains. & Brocken. Fall in love with the beauty of Germanys exquisite heritage. Here are 4 options which work any day of the week
several daily direct trains between Nordhausen & Brocken and between Wernigerode
to stay. (DB)
Parts of the castle have been open to the public since 1930. On the top, there were tiny huts selling stuff, cafe's with exquisite meals and restaurants with the German vacation food of finger-chips with ketchup and mayonnaise.
In
So folks, that's 48 hours of exploring! Feel free to ask for a map, schedules and everything there. = Nordhausen-Brocken-Wernigerode & Nordhausen-Hasselfelde-Harzgerode-Quedinburg. Main square,
Once you enter the castle you can choose the option of an audio guide that will explain you all the historical evidences of the castle. except for several weeks in November. Nordhuser Frstenhof &
Harz mountains by train, including a ride on the Harz Railway. premier (1st class). But now that I remember, there were so many wasps at the table trying to dive into our beers, I froze on the spot. One should certainly plan to include a visit to the fixed displays as well as the special exhibitions on offer in the castle. the excellent
There is much witch stuff (trails, games, shops) available for them to enjoy. so always book a round trip as a round trip. Altora Eisenbahn Themenhotel. Pictured above left, Harz railway steam locomotives on shed at Wernigerode A morning train from Wernigerode to
Those routes feature direct trains, a journey between Nordhausen & Wernigerode
see Wikipedia page about Mittelbau-Dora. #FindYourCityBreak# # Original German# Weigengrod Palace and Garden (Palace Wernigerode) was originally an ancient castle in the Middle Ages to ensure the safety of the German emperor's hunting path in the Harz area, which was converted into a Renaissance-style defense facility in the 16th century. Browse tour
Selke Valley Railway from Nordhausen to Quedlinburg. I highly recommend buying a copy,
Just
Altora Eisenbahn Themenhotel in Wernigerode. Nordhausen Nord station, on the
They speak English. check out. policy. platform gives great views back along the track. mainline DB station on the right.
excellent
board - delicious! luggage on the trains, though there is no left luggage facility on the Brocken,
Option 3, stay in Nordhausen, take the Harz Railway to the Brocken, then from
Hohne Scenery between Drei Annen Hohne
serves an equally good lunch and dinner, where your beer arrives by model
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mountains, 1,141m (3,743 feet) above sea level. , https://www.trip.com/travel-guide/attraction/wernigerode/wernigerode-castle-23500027/, Copyright 2022 Trip.com Travel Singapore Pte. from anywhere in Germany to Wernigerode or Nordhausen at the German Railways
shower, toilet & satellite TV, fares from 55 one-way per person plus the
You can turn it into a 2-day trip by staying in the Brocken
It's a 10 minute walk to the town
steam-hauled train direct from Nordhausen to Brocken, running daily all year
the rear of our train from Nordhausen.
Brussels to Wernigerode starts at 36.90 each way in 2nd class or 79.90 each
The Wernigerode castle is a very good example of the typical building style of the 'Norddeutschen Historismus'. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. trains link Wernigerode & Nordhausen with the outside world. walk from the town's main square. There's a late morning
The
Today two museum tours lead visitors through more than 40 furnished (partly original) grand living quarters of the German nobility. You can send the empty glasses back on the train, too.. It faces across the road to the Harz
minor part of the East German State Railway, the Deutsche Reichsbahn,
The
Now, Thale is an hour's bus-ride away from Wernigerode. An extensive photo diary with travel tips and things to do. tickets at the counter Wernigerode Bahnhofsplatz, HSB station on the left. the page on
You will be able to see the ruins, moats and the remains of the battlements from the time the castle grounds served as a grand fortress. the Brocken and from the Brocken to Nordhausen on the Harz Railway, staying
Just inside the station entrance on the right. Rail Map of Europe: Reproduced from
driver's last run before he retires On board. Currently $ people are interested in this tour! is the
more info here. I look forward to hearing your Feedback!! Several
So if
in fog A diesel is substituting for a
Brocken is valid for this and cheaper than buying one-ways
The main station in Wernigerode is plain Wernigerode as HSB &
You get to cover the
railway. To get into the Castle you need a ticket. You print your own tickets. & restaurant Two companies (sister companies
There's a raised observation deck
If you find the timetables (not the journey planner) on the
These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. Buy tickets from London to Wernigerode or Nordhausen online at either
These railways remain a
www.hsb-wr.de. but book early, it gets booked up in the summer. By clicking Accept, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. The train passes Wernigerode Harz Railway
English, German, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish, Private Full-Day Trip to Wernigerode Castle and Mansfeld Castle, All the way service of 5-Stars Guide with Official License speaking fluently in chosen language, Ticket to the Wernigerode Castle to see the luxurious interiors (7 and 8-hours option), Sightseeing of the Mansfeld Castle from outside (only 8-hours option), Private transport in air-conditioned car with pick up and drop off service in Leipzig, Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information, Cancel your booking for free up to 24-hours before activity starts to receive a FULL REFUND of your money, You buy directly from the Tour Operator, without intermediaries, 5 years of experience, 25 894 satisfied customers, Customer service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, Each trip purchased is one meal for a malnourished child. normal hotel booking site, you have to contact them for availability via their
of metre-gauge railways around the Harz mountains. buy your ticket on the day. Brussels to Wernigerode from 36.90. The castle serves as the centre of 19th century art and art history, so theres no doubt that you will be impressed by the stunning exhibits. magnificent steam locomotive is a wonderful experience as this page will show Today, the Harzer
Details can be found in the privacy policy . 4 days. The castle itself is not accessible by wheel chair, however, the surrounding terraced gardens are. Centraal to Hannover & regional trains to Wernigerode or Nordhausen from
The place is on the other side of the city. terminus with an express to the Brocken Harz Narrow Gauge Railways (HSB)
the television tower is now a hotel & restaurant, there are several cafes with
Every sight was beautiful and breathtaking from up there! one-way or 78 return in standard class, 115 one-way, 199 return standard Hohne & Wernigerode Wernigerode castle,
at Eisfelder Talmhle Harz Railway schnapps is sold on
Intercity train
With onward German
there's no restaurant. at the end of Wernigerode platform, overlooking the depot, pictured above right. way in 1st class.
Wernigerode depot at night, taken
mountains in Russia. {{ isArray(doc.teaser) ? It's in German, for
Thank you
& buy tickets at
Admire the enchanting architecture, luxurious interiors and picturesque landscapes of the Wernigerode Castle on a wonderful day trip with a Private Guide. 35,000+ part, There are two types of travelers in every relation, Hooray for eating (actual) Swedish meatballs i, Friends in Europe, if you haven't been to a C, If you had the option, would you want to visit Spa, an excellent AirBnB that I highly recommend, The Best Spain and Portugal Itinerary: 14-Day Road Trip, Find Dinosaur Footprints in Algarve, Portugal, Visiting Mount Etna on Your Own with Kids. Return tickets are valid for 3 days. Nordhausen to the Brocken takes
the Brocken to Wernigerode, stay in Wernigerode (or vice versa). train-based escorted tours to Germany, with 3* hotels and travel by Eurostar and
Hotel, brockenhotel.de,
Nordhausen is a pleasant enough
range of departures between April & October. www.bahn.de. line up the Brocken. European Rail Timetable. website, brockenhotel.de. right behind the tram. You'll instantly recognise the hotel from the remarkable 'Cabaret'
online booking form. Nordhuser Frstenhof is on Bahnhofsplatz (station square) a stone's throw
Wernigerode is a lovely
We are sorry! reception desk may be able to sell you a return ticket to the Brocken, the
Nordhausen Bahnhofsplatz from my hotel
opposite the mainline DB station (plain Nordhausen) and HSB Harz Railway
way back, with the Wernigerode to Goslar train on the
Buy
The place to stay in Wernigerode
tickets at the counter. end of the car are great for viewing. Option 2, stay in Wernigerode and take the Harz Railway to the Brocken as a
If walking is your thing, there will be innumerable colorful lanes, mountain streets that go up and down steep slopes and Cafes to sip a Cappuccino. During the extended 8-hours trip, you will also visit the lovely Mansfeld Castle. Brocken about to leave. It's open to the public,
For a small fee it is also possible to take yourself around the castle using one of the audio guides. Taking the Train up to Schloss Wernigerode, When a Hot Air Balloon Landed on a Building, Go on a Butterfly Safari in the Netherlands. The castle offers guided tours through it's buildings and terraces with a wide variety of themes and topics. If you're going from Nordhausen to Brocken
subject of myth and legend for centuries. Oh! The tour selected is a VIP tour. That's a toy train ;), And then remember, Wernigerode is also the place for extensive culinary diversity. Fahrplannderungen = current timetable changes. cost of a cabin from 34,
The
Easy when you know how Alternatively, you can travel overnight from London Liverpool Street to
ICE high-speed train. The hotel serves a good buffet breakfast, but
Regional flavours, freshly made and simply yum! Right. Buy online at
check your email to confirm your subscription. restaurant and hotel Wernigerode is visible from the
GRJ offers 5-star escorted tours
Day 2, travel on the equally scenic
foreigners, garrisoned by Soviet troops and bristling with Soviet & East
You will be picked up at your accommodation in Leipzig in a comfortable, private car with a Professional Guide on board. Amsterdam Centraal using
You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. The castle was rebuilt into a Renaissance fortress, in the 16th century. is the excellent
two I'd stick with the Harz main line between Nordhausen & Wernigerode and the
Nordhuser Frstenhof, located on Bahnhofsplatz (station square) directly
Paris, Poland & so on to Nordhausen or Wernigerode. I think we spent about two hours there, watching the replica of the Brocken Train go up and down the mountains, the super detailed copies of different German buildings and the Harz region. You will shortly receive an e-mail from us to complete your registration. Your booking ensure the tour is already fully organized, just come and enjoy! centre-cab diesel locomotives, and local services are operated with diesel
THE BROCKEN-BAHN ( train to the Brocken Mountain). www.hsb-wr.de, look for Tarife then Fahrpreise, or use
I post monthly. This is the best of both worlds
However, such is the tourist traffic heading up the Brocken, you
10-day tour to the Harz Mountains with train travel to & from the UK, with a
mainline DB station across the Bahnhofsplatz, which is plain Nordhausen. finally pulls in to Brocken station Brocken terminus, all change! :), As a member you can comment on my blogposts. from Amsterdam
www.bahn.de. timetables look for Fahrplan. :). ticket prices at
For a trip up the Brocken
then Brocken to Wernigerode, a return ticket from Nordhausen to
You will visit 40 luxurious, well preserved and partially restored rooms with beautiful pieces of furniture, art and decorations. Amsterdam to Wernigerode from 32.90.
Schmalspurbahnen (HSB, Harz Narrow Gauge Railways) operates a 140 km network
Tip: The HSB station in
In my opinion, this rare train with a steam engine, offers spectacular sights of snow clad mountains and pine forests during winter. The Brocken is shrouded in mist for up to 300 days a
Lets start where we (me and two of my guests- In August 2019) walked down the colorful alleys of the quiet little medieval town of Wernigerode. You can check Harz railway
year and frequently snow-capped from September to May, hardly surprising it's been the
This not
euros. Wernigerode - the colourful town in the Harz region. between Drei Annen Hohne and Brocken. From the UK, you can easily travel from London to Nordhausen or Wernigerode in a
Wernigerode to the Brocken takes
right. calls at Schierke, the only intermediate station on the 11-mile branch line
If yes, do check out my post on one of the most famous Christmas Markets in the country which is held in Goslar click here for it. west side of the Bahnhofsplatz, 100m from the Nordhausen mainline station &
An error has occurred. Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. around 2h05, so it's significantly quicker than going from Nordhausen, although
Very informative and comprehensive. left, the Goslar to Hannover train on the right. London to Brussels by Eurostar starts at 52 Join an exclusive One-Day Trip and visit the Wernigerode and Mansfield Castles with a 5-Stars Private Guide, Explore the charming Wernigerode Castle to experience the luxurious lifestyle of German electors and kings, Visit the outer courtyard of the Mansfeld Castle to admire its classical castle architecture, Take amazing photos of the magnificent courtyards and picturesque landscapes of Harz mountains as you learn about the history of Saxony-Anhalt, Enjoy a full-day excursion with comfortable car transportation and pick up and drop off service to your accommodation. or
city, although not especially picturesque. Wernigerode Castle located in Germany is a famous tourist destination of the country. Zurich to Nordhausen from 24.90. Passing a local railcar service
A few trains are hauled by
The train now gets a lot busier with passengers joining the
If yes, do check out my post on one of the most famous Christmas Markets in the country which is held in Goslar. peak in northern Germany, the next highest point to the east is in the Ural
Altora Eisenbahn Themenhotel certainly can. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website. Wikipedia page about the Brocken. day trip. The observation deck is on the
The castle's rooms can be hired out for congresses, celebrations, and business events. one-way, add to basket, Wernigerode to Brussels one-way, add to basket, and
www.thetrainline.com.
There's then a choice of afternoon
station (Nordhausen Nord). 32.90 each way. Please look closely at the picture above. cars in each train have a toilet. Wernigerode, DB & HSB
trains to Frankfurt & Gottingen for a regional train to Nordhausen. Ltd. All rights reserved, Am Schloss 1, 38855 Wernigerode, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany. You will be picked up by us from the hotel. www.schloss-wernigerode.de. the
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Customized by WPGeared, thanks so much! mph). The castle sits on top of a large rock and is surrounded by a forest, making it a perfect place for a relaxing getaway from the city. Altora Eisenbahn Themenhotel is just 3 minutes walk from the station, 5 minutes
Selke Valley Railway. The open platforms at each
website is www.buchenwald.de. We use cookies to optimally enhance and improve the website. see the Stena Line RailSail page
By all means explore the whole
Christmas tours to the Harz region too. Hotel Altora. There are
regular departure dates from the UK between April & October plus winter &
no advantage to buying tickets in advance as there are no reservations and
see
There's a late morning
It's just 5 minutes walk into the town. The train travels at only 40km/h (25
platform is full of passengers waiting for train back down. Nordhausen is Nordhausen Nord, but it's only 100m from the
Count Otto of Stolberg-Wernigerode carried out what is considered to be probably the most important modification in the history of the castle. You can truly experience what life was like for the German elite. You can check Harz railway
Visit the Mansfeld Castle and enjoy a hassle-free tour with round-trip transportation. After WW2 it was off-limits to
Tip: A return ticket to
Castle Wernigerode Address: Am Schloss 1, 38855 Wernigerode, Germany, Castle Wernigerode Contact Number: +49-3943553030. When you arrive, you are dropped off very close to the train station of Thale. For decades, the narrow gauge
ticket from Amsterdam to Wernigerode or Nordhausen at
he
Schlo Wernigerode Am Schlo 1 38855 Wernigerode Tel. Its a very nice place to be with kids. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. centre.
now involves at least one change of train. Simply look up train times & buy tickets
from Brocken, arrived at Wernigerode HSB terminus. That's a toy train ;) We loved this museum! Changing trains at Goslar on the
But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience. In Nordhausen, the
We landed here, as there was a voucher for it in our booklet. You can buy HSB tickets at
is another picturesque German town, this one UNESCO-listed, another great place
Brocken. picturesque town and a great place to stay, a nicer option than
trains, a return is simply two one-ways, it makes no difference. 2019-2022 Jaaee Jadhav All Rights Reserved. walk from the town centre, and directly opposite the Harz Railway steam depot. At the back of the train, the rear
day Take
The place to stay in Nordhausen
There is no problem taking
Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We very much enjoyed the interiors. Would you like to put Harz-Mountains on your List for Germany? depot on the approach to Wernigerode station. Talmhle, the junction station for the Selketalbahn to Stiege & Hasselfelde. Posting just a few pictures, so that there are enough surprises left for you when you visit in person. 100 miles. Enjoy a relaxing getaway on a wonderful tour of Wernigerode Castle and Mansfeld Castle with the all the way service of a Professional Private Guide. whole of the Harz Railway main line from Nordhausen to Wernigerode as
station for the branch line up the Brocken. Go to
round. railway. You can book a Railway room with steam views. restaurant, a model railway delivers your beer.
However, there's absolutely
Please refer to the castle's website for up-to-date opening times. The ride includes a guided tour of the town. steam locomotive on the 15:40 to Wernigerode today, so I decide to wait for the 16:22. Hotel Frstenhof. behind us. and what I did myself, staying in the
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