Harz narrow-gauge railways

It hisses, it steams, it stomps

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Experience pure steam pleasure all year round in the heart of Germany!

The Harz Mountains with its breathtaking natural landscape can be seen from afar and captivates visitors with myths and legends. As one of the biggest tourist attractions in the region, the Harz narrow-gauge railways operate a unique network of routes with a gauge of 1000 mm. This network is mainly operated with steam locomotives and has a length of 140.4 km.

With the historic trains we transport passengers on the routes of the Harzquer-, Selketal- and Brockenbahn.

From Wernigerode, the train travels uphill several times a day at a leisurely pace towards the Brocken - at 1142 m, it is North Germany's highest peak.

And the World Heritage town of Quedlinburg is the perfect starting point for an unforgettable trip through the romantic Selke Valley.

From Nordhausen in Thuringia, you will also pass many of the beauties of this low mountain range on the north-south axis of the Harz.

Beyond the daily train service, we offer special trips, special trains and a multi-layered range of other offers.

Traditionszug - This special train runs on selected dates with a special ticket

Steam train to the Brocken - Enjoy the overwhelming panorama and the fantastic view

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Other experiences on this route

With around 50 native animal species

A bear in the bear forest. A wolf in the thicket. The arctic fox peeks out from behind a rock. Nearby an eagle owl calls. And a lynx creeps through the tall grass. Go on an exciting journey of discovery through the native wildlife of the Harz.

Experience aviation with all senses

Barrier tape? Not here. At the Aviation Museum in Wernigerode, the whole family can get as close to the dream of flying as only pilots can. Whether it's the jet in which Prince Charles learned to fly in the Royal Air Force, the infamous starfighter or the giant Antonov: 50 aircraft and helicopters with a moving history are waiting to be admired at close quarters.

For young and old in the South Harz

The heart of our fun park is the approx. 1000 m long summer toboggan run. After getting into the toboggan and fastening your seatbelt, you will be pulled up the hill for about 250 m. Once you have reached the top, a small curve will take you down. Once you reach the top, the action-packed descent begins with a small curve.

140.4 kmRoute network

365Days per year

since 1972technological monument

Do you have another question?

Harzer Highlights e.V. 1st chairwoman Pamela Groll c/o Seilbahnen Thale Goetheweg 1 06502 Thale

Email: info@harzer-highlights.de

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