WINTER IN THE HARZ MOUNTAINS

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During the winter the Harz Mountains become an enchanting winter wonderland which presents itself from its magical side. This is the time for winter sports, Christmas markets, enchanting horse-drawn sleigh rides and historical towns. Snow-covered slopes lure skiers and snowboarders, tobogganists sled down the toboggan runs, groomed trails lead cross-country skiers through snowy forests and extensive hiking trails offer breathtaking views.

WINTER DAYS IN THE HARZ

Wellness and spa offerings as well as museums and theatres perfectly complement the winterly Harz experience and guarantee a varied vacation with lots of fun in the snow!

SKIING AND SNOWBOARDING

Skiers and snowboarders alike can test their skills on the many attractive ski slopes of the Harz Mountains. Thanks to the numerous ski schools skiers with less experience will have a good time, too.

Harz Ski

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CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING

The Harz Mountains with their unique landscape are perfectly suited for extensive cross-country skiing trips. Varied trails with different levels of difficulty attract beginners as well as experienced skiers. Many trails are groomed during the winter.

Harz Ski

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TOBOGGANING

With its varied toboggan runs the Harz Mountains guarantee a lot of winter fun for the whole family. Here you find the most beautiful areas for tobogganing and sleigh rides.

Harz Ski

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Culture

With its diverse culture and castles, palaces, churches, monasteries, theatres, museums and historic mountain railways the Harz region provides a unique experience for every culture enthusiast.

Adventure

Unicorn Cave, toboggan runs, breweries, distilleries, sauna facilities - with its magical winter wonderland the Harz Mountains offer a variety of adventures and unforgettable experiences.