There is something on offer all year round in Wernigerode. The Christmas Market is popular in winter with its roasted almonds and mulled wine, while you can test your fitness in summer by having a go at the Brocken Marathon in the Harz mountains.Wernigerode Christmas Market
Visitors are greeted by festively adorned stands lit by Christmas lights, and all of this in front of authentically preserved timber-framed houses and the magnificent town hall. There are Christmas events and concerts all around the town. A trip on the Harz narrow-gauge railway's Christmas trains to the summit of Mount Brocken is a unique experience. There are lots of little surprises on the way, as the vintage coaches and locomotives make their way through the snow-covered scenery.Brocken Marathon
A somewhat different way to experience the natural beauty of the Harz and Mount Brocken is on the Brocken Marathon, which takes place annually to the delight of competitors and spectators. It's not about being the first one to cross the finish line, but about appreciating the breathtaking beauty of this region.