A few days in the Harz

Many hikes start right from the campsite, but our favourite is the walk to the Spiegelthal waterfall. It’s only about 45 minutes on foot from the camp and suitable for pretty much everyone. The trail leads through dense forests, open meadows and alongside part of the historic "Zellerfelder Kunstgraben". Calm, easy and just right for half a day outdoors.

At the waterfall, you’ll find a small picnic spot that’s perfect for a break before heading back along the circular trail.

Not far away, you’ll also find the "ErlebnisBocksBerg" in Hahnenklee with its summer toboggan run, cable car and activities for children. And if you want to go higher up into the mountains, you can of course hike the Brocken, though for that, we’d recommend driving there first.

The Wasserläufer pond is right next to the campsite and perfect for a quick swim or a long day by the water. There are also several other lakes hidden in the forests nearby,  once part of the region’s mining history, now peaceful spots for swimming.

We love the lynx and there’s a reason it became the mascot of Wildwood Camping Harz.

With a bit of luck, you might spot one in the forests around the campsite at dawn or dusk, though sightings in the wild are very rare.

If you want to see a lynx for sure, it’s worth taking a trip to the Rabenklippe near Bad Harzburg. Hidden in the forest, you’ll find the lynx observation and breeding enclosure. From an elevated viewing platform, you can quietly watch the animals from a respectful distance — often closer than you’d expect.

The regular feeding sessions, held twice a week, are especially worth visiting. National park rangers share more about the lynxes and their habitat while you get the chance to observe them up close.

The walk there is already part of the experience: quiet forests, well-maintained trails and beautiful views along the way. Perfect for a full day outdoors.

And if you want to learn more, it’s worth stopping by the "HarzWaldHaus" in Bad Harzburg. The interactive exhibition offers a deeper look into the forest ecosystem and the life of the lynx.

If you’re travelling with children, it’s worth visiting the Robinson playground, just a five-minute walk from the campsite.

Here, children can climb, build, balance and explore, surrounded by wood, natural materials and plenty of space to run around. No plastic, no flashy attractions, just a place where kids can simply play freely.

The playground is beautifully designed and supported through local donations. And if your children feel like riding ponies afterwards, the nearby "Villa Kunterbunt" offers guided pony tours.

The Harz is not only about nature, it’s also a region shaped by history.

In Clausthal-Zellerfeld, a traditional mining town in the Upper Harz, the Upper Harz Mining Museum is well worth a visit. You can step into an old mine tunnel and get a real sense of how deeply mining shaped the region. And don’t forget to greet people with “Glück auf” when entering the museum — the traditional miners’ greeting still lives on here.

Another great option, especially on rainy days, is the Iberg Dripstone Cave Experience Centre nearby.

A trip to Goslar is also highly recommended. The old town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its half-timbered houses, narrow streets and the Imperial Palace. Just above the town, you’ll also find the former Rammelsberg ore mine and museum.

A little more hidden away is the stave church in Hahnenklee, built entirely from wood in 1907 and inspired by Norwegian architecture. A truly special place.

The Harz is perfect for anyone travelling with a dog. Countless hiking trails start right from the campsite, leading through forests, across meadows and past small lakes. And all of our well-travelled camp dogs would definitely agree.

One special highlight is the Hundewald Harz in Wildemann: a large fenced forest area where dogs can run freely, play and explore nature off lead.

Just start: light the fire, roll out the dough, put the ingredients on the table. At our camps, people cook, grill and bake outdoors and that’s exactly what makes it special.

Whether it’s bread on a stick or marshmallows over the campfire, a shared dinner at the barbecue area or homemade pizza from the Ooni pizza oven: everything you need is available right in the camp shop. Firewood, dough, meat, toppings and, of course, cold drinks.

For us, these are the moments that make camping special.

And if you don’t feel like cooking yourself, you can grab a pizza at the campsite or head into Clausthal-Zellerfeld, where you’ll find a few great restaurants:

Aroma for Indian food and Cobra beer, Restaurant Calvör for regional classics and an excellent burger, or the steakhouse at Zellerfelder Hof if you’re in the mood for something hearty.

If you’re looking for more ideas or just want to know what else there is to discover, feel free to ask us. There’s truly a lot to explore around here.

And if you’d rather just slow down and do nothing at all, that’s perfectly fine too.