Harz Ski Resort Guide
Harz, Germany
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| Recommended For | Intermediates. |
|---|---|
| Highest Lift | 1,500m |
| Lowest Lift | 600m |
| Nearest Airports | Hannover and Leipzig |
Harz
Harz ski resort offers a charming experience for winter sports enthusiasts. With diverse slopes and stunning landscapes, it's a perfect getaway for skiers and snowboarders alike.
Summary
The Harz ski resort features a variety of runs suitable for all skill levels, surrounded by picturesque nature. Its small size does not compromise the quality of skiing and snowboarding available throughout the season.
The ski area of Harz comprises the ski slopes of Hahnenklee, Sankt Andreasberg / Sonnenberg and Schulenberg.
The ski area includes 3 Ski Resorts with a combined total of 13 marked pistes, served by a total of 9 ski lifts. The appropriate Lift Pass allows you to ski or snowboard in any of the ski areas of Hahnenklee, Sankt Andreasberg / Sonnenberg and Schulenberg.
The skiing is at relatively low altitude, so snow cover can be variable.
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Snow and Weather
Harz typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 50-100 cm during peak season. For the latest snow updates, be sure to check J2Ski for accurate information on snowfall and conditions.
When will it snow in Harz?
The next notable snow forecast is 2cm, expected on 25 March.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
Snow this week
| Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
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| Snow to base | Snow to base |
Ski Area Stats
Harz Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 4 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 5 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 1 | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 9 | |
Harz Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 1,500m |
|---|---|
| Lowest Piste | 600m |
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers | |
|---|---|
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding |
Skiing
The Harz mountains boast several ski areas, including Wurmberg, the highest peak at 971 meters. Notable pistes include the Wurmberg slope, and the resort features lifts like the Wurmberg Gondola, providing access to a total of 12 kilometers of ski runs.
Harz offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate skiers.
Ski Lessons in Harz
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Harz Ski Schools and Harz Ski Instructors.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will find exciting terrain parks like the Wurmberg Snowpark, which offers various jumps and obstacles. The park is well-maintained, ensuring a fun experience for freestyle enthusiasts.
Location and Map
Where is Harz?
This ski resort is in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Harz is Düsseldorf, 50 minutes drive away.
Köln Bonn, Hannover, Leipzig, Frankfurt, Paderborn, Frankfurt-Hahn, Dortmund and Hof-Plauen airports are all within three hours drive.
Düsseldorf and Köln Bonn are just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Accessing Harz ski resort is convenient, with major airports like Hannover and Leipzig within a reasonable distance. From these airports, car rentals or public transport options are available for a smooth journey to the resort.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
There are nine ski lifts.
Season Dates
When is Harz open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, enjoy the vibrant après-ski scene with bars like the Berggasthaus and restaurants such as the Harzer Schnitzelhaus. For nightlife, check out local clubs offering live music and dance.
