Leipzig Airport is east of Thale and is around 120km (roughly one hour and twenty five minutes) and is 20km away from Leipzig city centre. There are a number of international and national flights that take place.
*Hanover Airport, in Hanover, is about 154km south of Thale (roughly one hour and forty drive). The airport is situated in Langenhagen which is 11 kilometres to the north of Hanover centre and has easy access to the autobahn.
Thale is very close to Quedlinburg and Blankenburg and in the north /east of the Harz. Thale is just off the B6, which is a newly built road connecting the East with the West.
*North A7 direction Kassel, take Exit A2 direction Braunschweig, then continue A391 towards A39, head towards B6 via A395. Follow direction Thale.
*South / West On the A7 direction Hannover take exit 66 to Goslar B82 and B6, Thale is sign posted.
*East Take the A14 exit 10 direction Aschersleben, then follow B185 to Aschersleben, take theB6 and then L240, Thale is sign posted
The main station (Hauptbahnhof) is in the west of the town, on Bahnhofstr 1 From there you can take trains to major cities. Check [url=http://www.bahn.de]Train times[/url]for routes.
You can take buses to any major cities and places around Harz. The Busbahnhof (main busstation) is near the Hauptbahnhof. The bus service goes via Q Bus. Check for routes and [url=http://www.qbus-ballenstedt.de]timings[/url]
Thale railway station lies on the Magdeburg-Thale railway which is a single non electrified track that connect Thale to Magdeburg. You can also connect to Berlin and Stendal.
There are a number of mountain bike paths around Thale to enjoy, it is possible to hire a bike and explore them for yourself. A number of hotels and shops around the area offer bike rental so there is no need to take your own. Prices will vary from different establishments and type of bike.
There are a number of taxi companies within the town, you will find more [url=http://www.stadtbranchenbuch.com/thale/T/422.html]information[/url] on the website. Alternatively head towards the train station it will always be possible to get a taxi from there.
There are a number of car parks just outside the town centre at reasonable prices. For more [url=http://www.suchen.de/kategorie-katalog/parkhaus/thale.html]information[/url]check the website.
There are two fun parks with trampolines, comet, Euro bungee's and bumper boats and much much more.
*Take the cable railway up to the Hexenplatz where you can see views of cliffy rocks, green meadows, wild waters and the "Brocken" mountain and the "Teufelsmauer" (the devil's wall) in the distance.
Why not ride down into the valley where you can decide how fast you can go.This is a unique attraction and runs in all weather conditions. It is the longest in Germany.
*Admire the views from the chairlift and when you reach the top why not look for the famous hoof print of princess Brunhilde's legendary horse.
Since 2000 the building has operated as a furniture store. The 6th floor of the building is used as a museum. We want to convey to hand the exhibits, showcases, and an impression of our information boards about the living conditions in the former GDR.
Witches are believed to ride on broomsticks to places of old pagan sacrifices in the Harz Mountains, however it is now one big party and a chance for everyone to dress up as witches and devils.
* The market place brings together singers, musicians and dancers from throughout the world.
* A massive mountain biking event that takes place every year.
Why not climb over rickety bridges, leaps from ropes in nets, ride on the cable cars and jump on bars and tires.
*Discover the whole of the harz on this 97km walk which starts in Osterrode and ends in Thale.
*There are a number of different biking tours you can take part in. Alternatively you can take the cable car up to the start of the best downhill biking track.
*Clear mountain lakes and reservoirs and cold mountain streams give is the ideal surrounding to do spot of fishing. You can do coarse and fly fishing here, where you can catch Trout, Pike, Bream, Carp, Perch and many more.
* Miniature golf course via the cable car.
Large open air theatre offering a number of different shows from classical, opera and musicals.
* Cinema with 96 seats where you can watch a film with popcorn and sweets.
Ideal for a quick snack, serves fast food.
*Snack bar serving chips, donner kebabs and burgers.
*Fast food
*This stylish restaurant offers typical German food. It is possible to enjoy your food on the terrace in the summer months.
*The restuarant offers a casual and cosy atmosphere serving well known local food.
*Typical German cuisine with a variety of different schnitzel's.
*Serves regional cuisine with small and larger meals for every appetite.
A warm and inviting restaurant that serves Greek food.
*Restuarant serves hearty healthy homemade food using local produce.
*This resaurant serves German, Dutch and French cuisine.
*Serves local cuisine with the bar stocking a wide variety of spirits and wines. In the summer there is the option to enjoy your meal in the beer garden.
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It offers bright rooms and traditional food from the Harz region
*The hotel is situated in the Bodetal Nature Park. There are a number of facilities such as a swimming pool, barbecue facilities, and country-style bungalows with kitchenettes and satellite TV.The individual bungalows feature wooden furniture, dining area and sofas.
This is a family run hotel that is decorated in the typical Harz stlye, it offers cosy rooms with a country house atmosphere.
*All rooms are fully furnished with satellite tv and private bathrooms. Traditional German cuisine is served in the restaurant or a barbeque can be enjoyed in the summer. If you want to relax there is a sauna, outdoor swimming pool and skittle alley.
*The Berghotel Rosstrappe is located on the Rosstrappe cliffs. It provides quiet rooms, a beer garden, and panoramic views of the Harz mountain range.
The 3-star Hoffmanns Gästehaus offers bright, quiet and spacious rooms with wooden floors and stucco ceilings and a view to the garden, the Bodetal valley or toward the city.
Is an attic apartment with open space living arrangements. Can sleep a maximum of 3 people
* Is an independant holiday home in a queit and central location. Can sleep a maximum of 3 people.
*A bright and modern two bedroom apartment right next to the Bodetaltherme! The price includes free use of the spa.
* The cottages can sleep between 2-6 people and has beautiful views of the countryside and the Harz Hexenstieg.
All pitches have a power supply, there is also washing facilities with showers and toilets along with a washing machine.
There are 209 bed spaces and is situated in the Bode valley.