Wernigerode offers a wide range of activities for summer and winter vacationers. In summer, the town is the perfect starting point for hiking and cycling tours. The hiking trails lead through the forests of the Harz Mountains, past sights and up to the Brocken. For cyclists, the mountain bike trails on the Brocken offer sporting challenges, while the flat Harz foreland offers a well-developed network of cycle paths for leisurely tours.
In winter , Wernigerode is a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts. The Zwölfmorgental ski area on the Brocken invites you to go skiing and ski jumping, while the ice rink in the town delights ice skaters. Cross-country skiers will find an extensive network of trails in the district of Schierke, and winter hikers can enjoy the snow-covered landscapes on snowshoe hikes or on cleared paths.
The Harz narrow-gauge railroad, which runs from Wernigerode through the Harz Mountains, is a special experience. The Brockenbahn takes you directly to the highest peak in the Harz Mountains, the Brocken, while the Harzquerbahn crosses the region from north to south. With the weather cameras in Wernigerode, you can follow the current weather conditions and the most beautiful places in the region.