Our lovely regular customers Vivien and Eric Carter recently took a trip inspired by our Harz Mountains and Fairytale Germany holiday, but extended to three weeks, with additional stops in such places as Celle, Bremen and Hameln. This is what they had to say about the holiday (along with some pictures to illustrate).

If you like steam trains then head to the Harz Mountains in Germany. The “Harzer Schmalspurbahnen” runs both steam and diesel on three lines, mainly from the depot town of Wernigerode but also from Quedlinburg – both are picturesque towns with lots of half- timbered buildings.

Wernigerode

Be sure to obtain a timetable and don’t miss the trip up the Brocken (the highest mountain) which is steam worked and also popular with hikers.

Brocken Railway

On the way to the Harz are the towns of Celle and Hameln – well worth a visit. Celle’s centre is full of half- timbered buildings (and “mannequins” which are very amusing) whilst Hameln has the fairy tale of the Pied Piper.

Mannequins in Celle

The Pied Piper in Hameln

Both towns are very picturesque, this is the real Germany!

Brocken Steam Train

If you would like to book a holiday incorporating the Harz Mountain Railway or any of the destinations mentioned above, please give us a call on 020 3322 7741 or drop us an email with your plans.