Wurmberg

Wurmberg

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Weather at Wurmberg

cloudy

Low: 3.8°C / High: 3.8°C

Wind: W 5 km/h

Recent Snowfall

24 hours: 0 cm

7 days: 9 cm

Snow Depth

Base: 0 cm

Season Total: 9 cm

Resort Status

Last Updated: Apr 20, 2025View Full Report →

Resort Overview

Wurmberg stands as northern Germany's largest ski resort, offering 15km of varied terrain across the beautiful Harz Mountains. Rising to 971m, this impressive destination combines excellent intermediate slopes with dedicated learning areas and challenging forest runs. Despite its relatively modest altitude, Wurmberg delivers reliable skiing throughout winter thanks to substantial snowmaking investments, providing genuine mountain experiences just hours from major northern cities.

Trails & Terrain

Trails

Total Runs

16

Total Area

12.2km

7.6 miles

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner
82%
Intermediate
11%
Advanced
7%
Expert
0%
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Wurmberg Lift System

The lift system at Wurmberg features 11 installations efficiently serving the entire ski area. The network includes modern chairlifts and surface lifts strategically positioned to minimize waiting times. With a vertical drop of 400m, the lifts provide access to diverse terrain across multiple faces of the mountain. The Wurmbergbahn cable car transports skiers smoothly to the summit, offering spectacular views across the Harz National Park and, on clear days, to the distant northern German plains.

Lifts

Total Lifts

6

Lift Types

4

Lift Breakdown

T-Bar
3
T-Bar
Gondola
1
Gondola
6-Person Chair
1
6-Person Chair
Quad Chair
1
Quad Chair
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Location & Getting There

Located in Lower Saxony approximately 120km from Hannover and 170km from Leipzig, Wurmberg offers exceptional accessibility for northern Germany's population centers. The resort sits adjacent to the historic town of Braunlage, providing extensive accommodation and dining options. This central location within the Harz Mountains makes it an ideal destination for weekend trips and longer winter holidays. The surrounding Harz National Park offers additional winter activities including extensive cross-country skiing, winter hiking, and historic mining towns showcasing authentic northern German traditions.

Wurmberg

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