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Harz Narrow Gauge Railways · Heritage Railways & Vintage Transportation

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Harz Narrow Gauge Railways · Heritage Railways & Vintage Transportation

Europe's largest narrow gauge railway network operating multiple routes, including the Brocken summit line at 1,142m altitude. Experience medieval towns and daily steam locomotives. **Best Season:** Year-round including magical winter season **Efficiency:** German engineered with infrastructure rated 9/10.

Destination Overview

Europe's largest narrow gauge railway network operating multiple routes, including the Brocken summit line at 1,142m altitude. Experience medieval towns and daily steam locomotives. **Best Season:** Year-round including magical winter season **Efficiency:** German engineered with infrastructure rated 9/10.

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Best season
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Difficulty
6
Region
Germany, Harz Mountains

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A tranquil railway track running through dense greenery at sunset in Brampton, Canada.

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A classic steam locomotive travels through a snowy winter landscape near Wernigerode, Germany.

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A vintage steam train travels through a dense forest under dramatic skies, exuding nostalgia and adventure.

Photo by Mark Plötz

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Black and white image of antique voltage gauges in a historic Dortmund building.

Photo by Jakob Schlothane

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