Harz Mountains Steam – The Jewel of Germany 2027

Duration

7 Days

Departure Dates

17th July 2027

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£1,299 Per person

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Discover the stunning Harz Mountains, the Jewel of Germany, on this exciting Railtrail tour including exhilarating steam-hauled rides and breathtaking views. Explore picturesque towns and quaint villages, journey on a unique suspension monorail, visit a fairytale castle, and enjoy free time in Wernigerode - the Pearl of the Harz.

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DEPARTS

Saturday 17 July 2027

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Journey on the unique suspension monorail in Wuppertal
Ride the fantastic Schlossbahn Road Train in Wernigerode
Visit Wernigerode’s fairytale castle
Experience an exhilarating steam-hauled journey up the Brocken Mountain
Marvel at the panoramic views at the impressive summit of the Brocken
Steam on the narrow-gauge Selketalbahn Railway
Travel to the beautiful half-timbered town of Quedlinburg, a former imperial capital
Enjoy free time in the quaint Harz town of Wernigerode

Also included in your Tour Fare:

6 nights’ bed, breakfast & evening meal plus 1 lunch
Services of experienced Tour Manager

DAY 1

Travelling by Eurostar from London St Pancras to Brussels, then onwards to Wuppertal for our overnight stay at the Spark by Hilton Hotel where we check in and enjoy our first evening meal together.

DAY 2

Today, we journey on the unique 'Schwebebahn' suspended monorail - Wuppertal's landmark - dating from the early 1900's and floating high above the River Wupper covering 20 stations (only 4 of which run above solid ground!). Afterwards, we will rejoin the German rail network continuing to Wernigerode, the capital of the Harz region, and our hotel for five nights, the HKK Hotel, where we check in and enjoy our evening meal together.

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DAY 3

After breakfast this morning, we board the fantastic Schlossbahn Road Train for a trip up the hill to Wernigerode Castle, a stunning and romantic castle in the baroque style of architecture. This afternoon is at leisure to explore further, stroll the gardens, or discover the quaint cafes of the market square before we reconvene for our evening meal together.

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DAY 4

This morning, we enjoy an exhilarating ride aboard the Brockenbahn, a steam-hauled journey from Wernigerode through scenic landscapes up to the highest peak of the Harz region. At 1,125m altitude, Brocken Station is the highest narrow-gauge station in Germany and offers a breathtaking panorama of the Harz National Park. We enjoy these beautiful views with time at the summit before returning to Wernigerode in time for our evening meal together.

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DAY 5

Today, we make our way to Quedlinburg for a charming, rural journey on the narrow-gauge Selketalbahn through the romantic Selke Valley and beautiful forests to Alexisbad. On our return, we enjoy a light lunch before our guided tour of this UNESCO World Heritage Site at Quedlinburg which is widely considered one of the best examples of a medieval town and the Collegiate Church, which overlooks the town, is a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture.

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DAY 6

After breakfast, we enjoy the day at leisure in Wernigerode and have the chance to explore this pleasant Harz town, affectionately referred to as the 'Pearl of the Harz', with its attractive market square and picturesque town hall. We can stroll around this quaint town with its timber-framed houses or why not visit the fond favourite of the Railtrail Tour Managers, Bar Altora, located near to the railway station with a miniature railway that delivers your drink to your table... a perfect way to spend a relaxing afternoon!

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Day 7

We bid farewell to Wernigerode and to Germany, returning by rail to Brussels, where we will join the Eurostar service to London St Pancras.

*Important Note: Whilst the arrangements for all described steam train travel are in place, we do reserve the right to make substitutions should it be deemed necessary for whatever reason.

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner

HOTELS

Spark by Hilton Hotel, Wuppertal

Located in the centre of Wuppertal, close to the main railway station, and just a short walk from the Schwebebahn ‘dingle-dangle railway’, the Spark by Hilton offers a stylish breakfast restaurant serving a rich buffet breakfast each morning, a welcoming lounge area, and a fitness centre. The modern bedrooms provide an en-suite bathroom, a hairdryer, flat-screen TV, ironing facilities, free Wi-Fi, and tea/coffee making facilities.

HKK Hotel, Wernigerode

Ideally positioned close to the historic old town centre and the Wernigerode narrow-gauge railway station, the stylish HKK Hotel offers a restaurant serving culinary delights from all over the world, a welcoming bar, and a relaxing wellness centre including a sauna, gym, and jacuzzi. The modern bedrooms provide an en-suite bathroom, a hairdryer, flat-screen TV, and tea/coffee making facilities.

FARE

From London St Pancras International:
Standard Class rail travel to/from Germany, including Eurostar Standard	£1,499
Upgrade to Eurostar Plus	£200
First Class rail travel to/from Germany, including Eurostar Plus	£1,849
Join at Wuppertal & Leave at Wernigerode	£1,299
Single Traveller Supplement	£160
Deposit	£150

6 nights’ bed, breakfast & evening meal plus 1 lunch

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Schwebebahn, Wuppertal ©Shutterstock

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