A neo-Gothic landmark hotel directly on Wernigerode's historic market square, next to the ornate half-timbered town hall. The hotel has 123 rooms across a distinctive red-brick and sandstone building, a restaurant, and a bar overlooking the market square.
Travel Charme Gothisches Haus occupies one of the most photographed buildings on Wernigerode's market square, a neo-Gothic red-brick structure built in the late 19th century directly beside the town's elaborately timbered Rathaus. The building's steep gables and pointed arches were designed to complement the medieval town hall next door, and today the property operates as a 123-room hotel that puts guests within a two-minute walk of Wernigerode's pedestrianized old town.
Rooms range from compact classic doubles to superior rooms overlooking the market square itself, where a produce and flower market still sets up several mornings a week. The hotel's restaurant and market-facing bar serve a mix of Harz regional dishes and standard German fare, and the bar terrace is a popular spot to watch the square in the evening once the day-trip coaches have left.
Wernigerode's castle, perched on a wooded hill above the town, is roughly a 20-minute walk or a short ride on the tourist trolley that departs near the market square. The Brocken narrow-gauge steam railway terminus is also within easy walking distance, making the hotel a practical base for combining old-town sightseeing with a day trip into the Harz National Park.
Because of its central position, the hotel can be busier with day-trip traffic passing the square than some quieter side-street guesthouses, but the trade-off is an unmatched location for early-morning photographs of the market square before the crowds arrive.
| Price | €110-210 (~$119-227) |
|---|---|
| Address | Marktplatz 2, 38855 Wernigerode, Germany |
Room types
- Classic double room
- Superior room with market square view
- Suite
Amenities
- Restaurant
- Bar overlooking the market square
- Free WiFi
- Paid parking nearby
- Meeting rooms
- 24-hour reception
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Location
Marktplatz 2, 38855 Wernigerode, Germany
51.8351, 10.7833 View on map
Highlights
- Neo-Gothic landmark building directly beside Wernigerode's ornate half-timbered town hall
- Rooms overlooking the historic market square
- Roughly 20-minute walk to Wernigerode Castle
- Walking distance to the Brocken narrow-gauge steam railway terminus
- Bar terrace overlooking the market square in the evening
Tips for visiting
- Book a market-square-facing room for the best views of the town hall's carved timber facade
- Walk or ride the tourist trolley up to Wernigerode Castle for panoramic Harz views
- Reserve Brocken steam train tickets a day ahead in summer, since departures can sell out
- Visit the market square early morning before day-trip coach groups arrive from the Harz resorts
- The hotel bar terrace is a good spot for a drink once the square empties out in the evening
When to visit
May through October, for warm-weather walks up to the castle and clear Brocken railway departures
Accessibility
The hotel is a multi-story building with lift access to guest floors; ground-floor public areas are step-free from the market square entrance. Accessible rooms are available on request.
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Frequently asked questions
How close is the hotel to Wernigerode Castle?
Wernigerode Castle sits on a wooded hill above the old town, roughly a 20-minute walk from the hotel, or a short ride on the seasonal tourist trolley that departs near the market square.
Is the hotel on the market square itself?
Yes, the hotel occupies a neo-Gothic building directly on Marktplatz, next to Wernigerode's historic half-timbered town hall.
Can I walk to the Brocken steam railway from here?
Yes, Wernigerode Westerntor station, the starting point for the narrow-gauge Brocken railway, is within easy walking distance of the hotel.
Does the hotel have parking?
There is no large dedicated hotel lot, but paid public parking is available nearby; guests arriving by car should confirm current options when booking.