Harzhochstraße
B242 · Seesen → Hasselfelde · Germany
- Length
- 43 miles
- Drive time
- 1 h 15 min
- Type
- Grand touring road
- Region
- Europe
Before you go: ⚠ Snow and ice common November–March on the 800 m sections; check conditions in winter
The Harz high road runs the full spine of the range from Seesen to Hasselfelde, a fast, flowing ribbon through spruce forest that crests near the Sonnenberg saddle above Sankt Andreasberg. One of northern Germany's best sustained driving roads.
Highlights of the Harzhochstraße
- Sonnenberg saddle above Sankt Andreasberg
- Fast forest sweepers
- Brocken views near the B4 crossing
Drive the Harzhochstraße
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