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Things to see in Osterode am Harz (Germany): 84 places and when to go

Osterode am Harz is a town in Germany, and this site lists 84 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (53), Nature (12), Mountains (9). The best known are Lichtenstein Cave, Bocksberg and Braakberg. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 16 h 25 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 35. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.

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In a nutshell

Where
Germany · 51.7577, 10.3146
Places
84 places on this site, in the town and around it.
What people come for
Hiking (53) · Nature (12) · Mountains (9) · History (7) · With kids (5) · Museums and art (3)
Best time
April to October.
Also possible
November to March.
Nearest airport
HAM Hamburg, 210 km as the crow flies
Highest point
Schalke, at 762 m.

What to see in Osterode am Harz

The places in and around Osterode am Harz, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.

And the other 60, by what you come to do:

When to go to Osterode am Harz

The best time to visit Osterode am Harz is April to October; also possible: November to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.

  1. JanPossible8:03
  2. FebPossible9:41
  3. MarPossible11:31
  4. AprBest time13:37
  5. MayBest time15:25
  6. JunBest time16:25
  7. JulBest time16:00
  8. AugBest time14:25
  9. SepBest time12:23
  10. OctBest time10:21
  11. NovPossible8:31
  12. DecPossible7:35

Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight

In June there are 16 h 25 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 35. In April, 81 of the 84 places are at their best.

When to go to Germany in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.

Getting to Osterode am Harz

The nearest main airport is Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport (HAM, Hamburg), 210 km as the crow flies. How to get around Germany (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.

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Other towns nearby

And all of Germany, in its country guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to see in Osterode am Harz?

The best known: Lichtenstein Cave, Bocksberg, Braakberg, Eichelnkopf, Iberg Dripstone Cave. In all, 84 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.

When is the best time to visit Osterode am Harz?

April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 16 h 25 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 35.

How do you get to Osterode am Harz?

The nearest main airport is Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport (HAM), 210 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.

How do I add it to my trip?

Create a trip with Osterode am Harz as the destination and these 84 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.

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