Luke, Hanna, Henry and Emma form the Brockenbande together with the raven Pjotr.
As a team of reporters, they travel all over the Harz, discover exciting places and tell their stories first-hand.
When you travel to the Harz, everyday life stays at home.
Between mountains, forests and meadows, experiences, activities and many discoveries await. Whether it’s a short trip or a longer holiday – the Harz quickly becomes a place full of shared adventures.
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1. Plan your active and fun experiences.
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2. Put together your explorer programme.
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3. Find the right accommodation for the family.
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4. Go through your holiday checklist.
In the Harz region, you’ll find many ways to let off steam. Giant slides, climbing forests and trampolines provide both movement and excitement.
If the weather doesn’t cooperate, indoor play areas offer plenty of opportunities to burn off energy. That way, no break stays empty.
Researchers and history enthusiasts will also get their money’s worth in the Harz.
In a playful way, you can explore traditions and the past here. Castles, palaces and imperial residences tell stories of knights, princesses and emperors who once lived here.
In the Harz Mountains you’ll find many types of accommodation that cater to families.
Kids can play here, be loud and enjoy their own space. Hotels and holiday flats offer suitable facilities and often an additional leisure programme. Youth hostels and guest houses are available for group trips. Some hotels have wellness areas, swimming pools or large slides.
Once the Harz Mountains are set as your destination, it’s time to prepare.
Depending on the season, accommodation and interests, it’s worth coordinating the offers early and making reservations in good time.
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The Harz Mountains are located in the centre of Germany and are easy to reach. From almost all major cities, you can drive to the mountain region within a few hours. You can also travel comfortably by regional trains to the larger towns in the Harz.
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If you prefer to leave your car behind, you can use the Harz holiday ticket, HATIX, in the Harz. This lets you travel for free on public buses and trams in almost all parts of the Harz.
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Locally, you can use two guest cards: the HarzCard and the HarzGuestCard. With both, you’ll get free services and discounts on entrance fees at many facilities in the Harz.