Harz - a great destination for your holiday in Germany

If you have chosen to go on a coach holiday as a way to relax, a very interesting destination for those of you who like hiking and nature is the Harz in Germany.

The mountain Harz is the highest mountain range in the north part of Germany. The rugged terrain spreads across Saxony-Anhalt, parts of Lower Saxony and Thuringia. The name Harz comes from the German word Hardt or Hart which means mountain forest. Brocken is legendary summit in the Harz mountain, which is the highest peak with height of 1141,1 meters above sea level. The length of Harz is 110 kilometers. The mountain range starts from the town Seesen in the north and finishes in Eisleben to the east. The width of the mountain range reaches 35 kilometers.

As you can see, with these dimensions, Harz is very attractive destination for your coach holiday - there are many places to see whilst enjoying the fresh mountain air and the beautiful nature.

Harz Mountain is known for its extremely beautiful nature. While traveling by bus there will be places where to relax. Many of the lakes and rivers are always full due to the frequent rains that pour. In this area are few of the largest and famous dams - Rappbode and Oker. Also you can visit the Oker River, Bode River and Innerste, which are some of the largest rivers in this area.

In addition to enjoying the beautiful mountain scenery, you can see many old monuments and palaces, such as Falkenstein Castle, the ruins of Anhalt, Harzburg and many more. You can also see churches and abbeys.

Some of the most famous cities are Thale, Wernigerode, Goslar, Quedlinburg – where each of them hides its glamour.

For the more urban minded people Harz is suitable for many sports. Moreover, in villages and towns you can safely rest and relax in spa hotels, indulge yourself with a massage, sauna and swimming pool. At any time of the year you can visit this beautiful mountain and you can attend many sports. Morning cross, just to discover the mountain trails and rock climbing, biking or in the winter - skiing or snowboarding - do not worry about sports. Moreover, in the summer, the water in rivers is warm enough to ride canoe or swim and that surely will be good for you.

In the mountain you will see different plants, trees and animals. This will bring variety to your holiday and will fill you with much harmony and energy.

Harz is said to be the German dreamland. If you go there you will see and recognize towns hidden in wooded valleys from fairy tales. The only thing that is missing in this scenery is the wicked witches, little dwarves and other wonders. If you have a great imagination, it will be fun. Book your coach holiday to Harz and experience a new world.

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