Germany

A Karen Brown Recommended Itinerary

Highlights of the Harz Mountains

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Summary: Rising from the plains, the Harz mountains are the tallest in northern and central Germany. Little resort villages nestle amidst the mountains while sitting at their feet three outstanding medieval towns (Goslar, Wernigerode, and Quedlinburg) vie for your attention with a parade of outstanding half-timbered homes, decorative town halls, towering castles, and interesting museums.