Other things to note Located in the heart of Blankenburg, this fantastic apartment already offers everything your heart desires at breakfast in the spacious kitchen and dining area. Old walls completely modernized offer everything a relaxing holiday in the hiking paradise of the Harz needs. All the landmarks of the flower city in the Harz are within walking distance as a casual hike: Baroque gardens (10 min), Small castle (10 min), Large castle (20 min), sandstone caves *contact info removed* min), castle ruins Regenstein *contact info removed* min), monastery Michaelstein *contact info removed* min). The highlight is the grandfather rocks (15 min), which marks the beginning of the Devil's Wall in Blankenburg. From there, a wonderful hiking trail opens up, which can also be climbed as an alternative and opens a unique view over the Harz at the stop at the Hamburg coat of arms (120 minutes). Within walking distance are a shopping market, the city's business street with cozy cafes and family shopping experiences and traditional bakers are also within walking distance. Furthermore, in the summer Blankenburg has a natural swimming pool and offers cozy and historic Christmas markets around the castle and town hall on fixed weekends in the pre-Christmas season. Blankenburg, where the Harz is the most green, is an ideal base for relaxing walks, casual and challenging hikes as well as excursions throughout the Harz. The city is surrounded by mixed forests, so there is shade on hot summer days. Backpack up and go, that is possible in Blankenburg. With transport connections in all directions, a stay in Blankenburg is excellent for exploring the entire Harz. Mountain bikers also get their money's worth, because the blossom city is located directly at the R1. The Brocken can also be reached by (e-)bike. Looking forward to seeing you soon. One more note on your own: The merging of the municipalities sometimes makes it difficult to find the vacation rental. It is always important to select the *contact info removed* Blankenburg (Harz), otherwise the trip will end in one of the surrounding municipalities. Thank you.