Wernigerode, Germany

Wernigerode

A colourful half-timbered town below a fairytale castle.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Wernigerode

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the colourful half-timbered streets and see the fairytale town hall.
  2. AfternoonWalk or ride the little road train up to the castle on the hill.
  3. EveningHave dinner in the old town.

Day 2

Ride the Harz narrow-gauge steam train up the Brocken.

What to eat

Harzer Käse, a tangy local cheese, with a dark beer.

Local tips

Make the most of Wernigerode

Beat the crowds

Summer weekends and the Christmas market are busy. Weekdays are calm.

Best photo spot

The fairytale castle on its hill above the colourful half-timbered town hall.

Getting there

Trains run from Hanover, Halle and Magdeburg. The old town is walkable; a little road train goes up to the castle.

Don't miss nearby

The Brocken, the Harz's highest peak, and the Bode Gorge near Thale.

Good to know

The Harz narrow-gauge steam railway leaves from here and climbs the Brocken. Book seats ahead in summer.

Secret spots

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Plan your visit

Getting to Wernigerode

Getting there

  • Erfurt-Weimar Airport (ERF)95 km away
  • Hannover Airport (HAJ)100 km away
  • Erfurt95 km away
  • Leipzig125 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeHidden town
Good forOld towns & architecture, Nature
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryGermany

Questions

Wernigerode: good to know

Is Wernigerode worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and nature. A colourful half-timbered town below a fairytale castle.

How many days do you need in Wernigerode?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Wernigerode?

You can visit all year. Summer weekends and the Christmas market are busy. Weekdays are calm.

How do you get to Wernigerode?

The nearest airport is Erfurt-Weimar Airport (ERF), about 95 km away. Trains run from Hanover, Halle and Magdeburg. The old town is walkable; a little road train goes up to the castle.

What is there to see near Wernigerode?

Nearby hidden places include Erfurt (96 km), Celle (100 km) and Weimar (102 km).

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