A family-run hotel on Breite Straße in Wernigerode's old town, one of the town's best-preserved half-timbered shopping streets, within easy walking distance of both the market square and the castle hill.
Hotel Am Anger occupies a restored half-timbered building on Breite Straße, one of Wernigerode's principal old-town streets, lined with gabled 16th- and 17th-century houses now used as shops and cafes. The hotel gives guests a genuinely local base a short walk from both the market square and the lower station for the trolley up to Wernigerode Castle.
Rooms are simply furnished but comfortable, spread across standard, comfort, and family categories, and the ground-floor restaurant serves regional Harz dishes alongside standard German fare. Because the building predates modern hotel construction, some rooms have sloped ceilings or slightly uneven floors, characteristics guests generally read as charm rather than inconvenience.
Breite Straße itself is one of the most complete half-timbered streetscapes in the Harz, and a short walk in either direction connects the hotel to the market square, the Krummelsches Haus, and the base of the castle hill footpath. The Brocken narrow-gauge railway terminus is also within a comfortable walking distance, making the hotel practical for a Harz National Park day trip.
| Price | €75-140 (~$81-151) |
|---|---|
| Address | Breite Straße 92, 38855 Wernigerode, Germany |
Room types
- Standard double room
- Comfort room
- Family room
Amenities
- Restaurant
- Free WiFi
- Paid parking
- Bicycle storage
- 24-hour reception
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Location
Breite Straße 92, 38855 Wernigerode, Germany
51.8347, 10.7855 View on map
Highlights
- Set on Breite Straße, one of the best-preserved half-timbered streets in the Harz
- Short walk to both the market square and the castle-hill footpath
- Family-run atmosphere in a restored historic building
- Walking distance to the Brocken narrow-gauge railway terminus
- Regional Harz dishes served in the ground-floor restaurant
Tips for visiting
- Request a courtyard-facing room for a quieter night, since Breite Straße sees foot traffic into the evening in summer
- Walk the length of Breite Straße for some of the best-preserved half-timbered facades in Wernigerode
- The castle-hill footpath starts a short walk from the hotel; allow 25-30 minutes uphill
- Book ahead for the Brocken steam train, whose ticket office is a short walk away
- Bring comfortable shoes; the old town's cobbled streets are uneven in places
When to visit
April through October, for the best weather on the castle-hill walk
Accessibility
The hotel occupies a historic half-timbered building with some sloped floors and limited lift access; guests with mobility requirements should confirm room configuration before booking.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Am Anger within walking distance of the market square?
Yes, the hotel is a short walk along Breite Straße from Wernigerode's market square and town hall.
Does the hotel have parking?
Paid parking is available nearby; the old-town street itself is largely pedestrianized.
How far is the walk to Wernigerode Castle?
The castle-hill footpath begins a short walk from the hotel and takes roughly 25-30 minutes uphill on foot, or guests can use the seasonal tourist trolley from the market square.
Is the hotel suitable for families?
Yes, family rooms are available, and the old town's pedestrianized streets make it easy to explore with children on foot.