Nestled at the foot of the Harz Mountains, Goslar sits just an hour south-east of Hanover. A fascinating small city with a well-preserved medieval heart, it’s a wonderful destination for heritage aficionados as well as outdoorsy explorers eager to immerse themselves in the magic of the mountains. Accommodation options tend to be characterful, intimate and traditional: this is certainly the case for our pick of the best places to stay in Goslar.

Amble around the medieval old town on foot to admire ancient stone walls, beautiful half-timbered houses with cheeky carvings, arched gates and imposing churches. Home to a POW hospital during the Second World War, much of the city survived the conflict with minimal damage, and has since been declared a UNESCO Heritage Site. The murals which decorate the 11th-century Imperial Palace are not to be missed; nor are medieval Rathaus or the Kaiserpfalz, where German Emperors held court for centuries.

Venture beyond the town to follow myriad hiking, bird watching and mountain biking trails through the forested foothills of the Harz Mountains. The thousand-year-old silver and copper mines hidden in Rammelsberg Mountain are preserved through the Rammelsberg Mining Museum, which commemorates the town’s importance across Europe during the Middle Ages. Return to the best place to stay in Goslar for cosy evenings by the fire, and dinners of seasonal delights.

The Best Places to Stay in Goslar

For Heritage Charm

• Alte Münze is a charming little hotel housed in a collection of buildings in Goslar's old town. Elegant, understated guest rooms have a lovely old-school feel, with exposed wooden beams, crisp linens, soft lighting and antique pieces. Brilliant for honeymooners but also for families, and well-placed for on-foot explorations.

FOR AN APARTMENT OR HOLIDAY HOUSE

• If you'd prefer a self-catering option, we suggest that you visit our online partner Booking.com.

Travel Information

• Want to fly to Goslar?

• Fly into Hanover Airport, and travel just over an hour southeast by road or rail to Goslar.
• Lower Saxony is wonderful for a road trip! Contact our partner Rentalcars if you'd like to hire a car.
• Visit during the summer months, with temperatures hovering around 20°C in July and August. For fewer crowds, consider travelling during the quieter shoulder seasons of May or September, outside the school holidays.

STILL NOT SURE?

• Explore our list of all the best places to stay in Hanover.
• Alternatively, see our pick of the best places to stay in Lower Saxony.
• Or contact one of our friendly Gurus for advice.

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