The Brockenbahn: From the symbol of the division to tourist delight!

The Brockenbahn: From the symbol of the division to tourist delight!

If you are looking for a very special excursion tip, you should not miss the legendary Brockenbahn in the Harz. This narrow -gauge railway, which has had an inseparable connection to the region since its construction in the summer of 1896, is a real magnet for tourists and offers a charming journey into the heart of nature.

The Brockenbahn extends over a 19 -kilometer route and leads the passengers spirally to the summit of the Brocken, the highest point in the resin. The last section of the route was opened on March 27, 1899. Even if the railway had to accept a setback in the period of World War II and the political division of Germany, especially from August 14, 1961, it flourished after reunification. In 1990 the district council in Wernigerode took over the railway to Kommunales property, and since the founding of Harzer Schmalspurbahnen GmbH in 1991, the historical narrow -gauge network has been continuously operated and preserved.

a unique experience

With the Brockenbahn, everyone comes to the highest narrow -gauge station in Germany. The journey from Wernigerode main train station takes around 1 hour and 40 minutes, alternatively you can also start from the three-ananna-hole train station-there is a spacious parking lot. The journey time from three-ananna-hole to the Brockenbahnhof is about 50 minutes. On top of that, the train is particularly suitable for people who are not on foot due to limited mobility.

A special incentive is the view of the chunk, which extends into the north German lowlands in clear weather and shows the impressive mountain world of the Harz. If you want to climb the 18 meters from the Brockenbahnhof to the summit, you will find well -developed hiking trails.

tradition meets modern requirements

The Brockenbahn is not only enjoyed by the love of railway fans, but also from more than one million passengers annually that drive through the picturesque landscape in the nostalgic steam trains. The challenge for Harzer Schmalspurbahnen GmbH is to preserve this historical heritage and at the same time meet modern requirements for tourism and sustainability. The route has developed from a symbol of the division into a symbol of the unit and impressively shows how history and progress can go hand in hand.

A final word for everyone who is still unsure: the Brockenbahn is more than just a means of transport, it is an experience that comes to the fore both the history and the beauty of nature. Take the opportunity and dive into this fascinating piece of railway history!

For more information and booking options, visit the pages of Leinetal24 , Harzinfo and Harzbahn .