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Things to see in Oberharz am Brocken (Germany): 136 places and when to go

Oberharz am Brocken is a town in Germany, and this site lists 136 places in and around it, mainly Hiking (110), Nature (12), History (7). The best known are Wernigerode Castle, Wurmberg and Hasselkopf. 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 · 51.7241, 10.7686
Places
136 places on this site, in the town and around it.
What people come for
Hiking (110) · Nature (12) · History (7) · Mountains (7) · Architecture (2) · Museums and art (2)
Best time
April to October.
Also possible
November to March.
Nearest airport
BER Berlin, 200 km as the crow flies
Highest point
Wurmberg, at 971 m.

What to see in Oberharz am Brocken

The places in and around Oberharz am Brocken, 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 112, by what you come to do:

When to go to Oberharz am Brocken

The best time to visit Oberharz am Brocken 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. JanPossible8:04
  2. FebPossible9:41
  3. MarPossible11:31
  4. AprBest time13:37
  5. MayBest time15:24
  6. JunBest time16:25
  7. JulBest time16:00
  8. AugBest time14:25
  9. SepBest time12:22
  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, 134 of the 136 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 Oberharz am Brocken

The nearest main airport is Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER, Berlin), 200 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 Oberharz am Brocken?

The best known: Wernigerode Castle, Wurmberg, Hasselkopf, Armeleuteberg, Hermann's Cave. In all, 136 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.

When is the best time to visit Oberharz am Brocken?

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 Oberharz am Brocken?

The nearest main airport is Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER), 200 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.

How do I add it to my trip?

Create a trip with Oberharz am Brocken as the destination and these 136 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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