Private Wernigerode City Tour – The Colourful Town in the Harz

Schloss Wernigerode
Rathaus
Fachwerk
Harz
Schmalspurbahn

SAXONY-ANHALT · GERMANY

Discover Wernigerode at your own pace with our licensed guide: the famous town hall, the half-timbered lanes of the old town, the castle high above the town and the Harz narrow-gauge railway – completely private. Experience one of the most beautiful half-timbered towns on the northern edge of the Harz mountains.

• ⏱ 7 hours
• 👥 Private – your group only
• € 560 for up to 8 people
• 🗣 English · German · Turkish

Why Wernigerode?

Wernigerode lies at the foot of the Harz and for centuries was the residence of the Counts of Stolberg-Wernigerode. The old town preserves a dense ensemble of splendid half-timbered houses from several centuries, above all the town hall on the market square. The poet Hermann Löns called Wernigerode "the colourful town in the Harz". Above the town rises Wernigerode Castle, which received its present historicist appearance in the 19th century under Prince Otto of Stolberg-Wernigerode. The steam-powered Harz narrow-gauge railway also starts here on its way into the mountains.

Route

• Town Hall and Market Square
  With its pointed towers and rich carvings, the town hall is one of Germany's best-known half-timbered buildings. In front of it lies the market square with the Benefactors' Fountain.
• Breite Straße
  The old town's main shopping street with splendid townhouses, including the richly decorated Krummel House.
• Smallest House and Leaning House
  Two curiosities of the old town: a tiny half-timbered house in Kochstraße and a former mill building that leans noticeably to one side.
• Oberpfarrkirchhof
  A quiet quarter around St. Sylvester's Church with picturesque half-timbered houses away from the busy streets.
• Wernigerode Castle
  The fairytale castle above the town with the state rooms of the comital and princely family and wide views over the Harz.
• Lustgarten and Orangery
  The historic castle garden at the foot of the castle hill invites you to take a break in green surroundings.
• Optional: Harz Narrow-Gauge Railway
  A look at the steam locomotives at Wernigerode-Westerntor station, the starting point for trips to the Brocken.

Tour information

Guide languages

English, German, Turkish

Duration

Approx. 7 hours – private, extendable and tailored to you.

Difficulty

Moderate: the old town is mostly level with cobblestones, while the climb to the castle follows a steep path. Alternatively, small tourist trains run up to the castle.

Age group

Suitable for all ages – ideal for families, couples and groups of friends.

Meeting point

Meeting point by arrangement, e.g. in front of the town hall on the market square or your hotel in the town centre.

Included

• Approx. 7-hour private tour with a licensed guide
• Individual route planning
• Headset system for groups of 16 or more

Not included

• Admission fees and donations (museums, palaces, churches)
• Travel and transfers
• Meals, drinks and tips
• Personal expenses

What to bring

Comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, sun or rain protection and a camera or smartphone for souvenir photos.

FAQ

When does the tour start?

Choose any start time between 06:00 and 12:00; the tour lasts about 7 hours.

How do I pay?

30 % deposit at booking (PayPal or credit card), the balance in cash on the day of the tour.

What is the cancellation policy?

No free cancellation: up to 30 days before 30 %, 29–15 days 50 %, 14–7 days 75 %, 6–1 days and no-show 100 %. Changes of date are also subject to a fee.

Can we join with a pushchair or wheelchair?

Yes, we adapt the route to your needs. Please let us know when booking.

© MeinReiseleiter.de – Private licensed guided tours in Germany and Europe – since 1989