Location & Surroundings
Central Braunlage – Heart of the Harz Mountains
Ideally located on the edge of Harz National Park, the hotel offers a peaceful, nature-close setting while remaining central and accessible. Key tourist attractions, shops, and transport links are all within easy reach – making this an ideal year-round destination in one of Germany’s most visited vacation regions.
The Perfect Balance of Tranquility and Accessibility
The hotel occupies a highly desirable micro-location: right at the forest’s edge near the Wurmberg foothills, yet just a 7-minute walk from Braunlage’s town center. Guests enjoy the peaceful, natural setting combined with easy walking access to restaurants, shops, pharmacies, and leisure amenities.
Hotel Hecker
Kleine Bergstraße 4
38700 Braunlage, Germany
Braunlage – A Beloved Year-Round Destination in the Harz Mountains
Braunlage ranks among the most sought-after holiday destinations in northern Germany. Its prime location on the Wurmberg mountain ensures steady tourist demand throughout both summer and winter seasons. The area boasts a well-developed tourism infrastructure, including:
Ski resorts (Wurmberg, cross-country trails, ski lifts, gondolas)
Harz Narrow-Gauge Railway (Brockenbahn)
Ice arena and indoor swimming pool
Bike park, monster scooters, scenic hiking trails
Titan suspension bridge, high ropes course, and a Wild West adventure town
Accessibility & Local Infrastructure
Approximately 100 km south of Hanover
Well connected via federal roads B4 and A7
On-site parking available
Bus links to nearby towns (schools, tourist attractions)
Braunschweig and Hanover are reachable by public transport in under an hour
Regular service every 30 minutes to Bad Harzburg and Goslar via public transit