Harz: Germany’s Most Magical Region 🇩🇪 [4k]

Harz: Germany’s Most Magical Region 🇩🇪 [4k]

Deep in the heart of Germany lies a land where history whispers through the trees. where legends linger in the mountain air, and where the past feels as alive as the present. This is the Harz, a realm of medieval splendor, rugged peaks, and tales that dance between myth and reality. From the cobbled streets of Quedlinburg, a UNESCO gem frozen in time. To the fairytale charm of Wernigerode castle crowned skyline. and the imperial grandeur of Goslar, once the seat of emperors, the Harz is a tapestry of human history, woven over centuries. But this land is more than its charming towns. Venture higher and you will find the Titan RT. a bridge suspended like a spider’s thread above the abyss. The eerie rock formations of the Devil’s Wall, where folklore says, the Dark One himself once roamed and high upon the Hexentanzplatz, the place where the witches danced, where ancient rites still seem to echo in the wind. For the Harz has long been a place of magic and mystery. Where witches were said to gather under the Brocken shadow and where even today, the old legends feel just a breath away. So join us as we uncover the secrets of this enchanting land. a land of nature and lore. a land of hidden villages and castles of ancient kings. And all that with that comforting feeling that the Witch… is in. Can you count all the Witches we’ll encouring
on our journey through Harz? Quedlinburg Quedlinburg is the very first place we ever visited in Harz.
And we’ve come back to it several times since. Let’s go into this fairytale town. This is Finkenherd. Where Henry of Saxony got his royal crown in 919. For some this is the symbolic birthplace of Germany We are at the foot of Castle Hill “Schlossberg” and Stiftskirche St. Servatius You can climb up to the terrasses on top of the defensive wall. The house with the two fronts: Klopstockmuseum.
The birthplace of the poet Friedrich Gottlieb Klopstock (1724-1803) On the east of the old town: the two towered St Nikolai church. We are now heading to the market square.
The heart of the Christmas Markets in Quedlinburg in December. We will show some of the Quedlinburg Christmas Market … and this is Quedlinburg at Christmas If you plan a German Christmas Market Road Trip,
then Harz would be an amazing choice At the end of this video is a section showing the Christmas Markets of Goslar, Wernigerode and Quedlinburg. Teufelsmauer / The Devil’s Wall. The Devil’s wall is a ribbon, or wall, across the land that pops up from the ground
then and again This is near Timmenrode. Another good place to see the Devils wall is east of Thale The legend says: the devil was racing against God to build a wall that would divide the land But he failed to finish before sunrise, and in his frustration, he destroyed the unfinished wall… …leaving behind the jagged rock formations we see today Wernigerode Castle This is Wernigerode Castle in august And this is in December A “rode” is a clearing in the forest. And “Wern / Werniger”: a family name. We walked up the hill to the castle. But you can take a tourist train-car. The first Wernigerode Castle was built in the 12th century. The castle we see today, has been built in the 19th century. The castle guards over the magnificent city of Wernigerode. Where we are heading next. Wernigerode City You can see the castle up the hill These streets – Kochstrasse and nearby streets – are the most unique to Wernigerode And the crown jewel within the city walls: the iconic old city hall. To us, the architecture with the coloured beams is
characteristic to Harz Perhaps they do this in other regions of Germany too,
but we’ve only seen it in Harz – so far. We had coffee and cake in the famous cafe Wien. As you can imagine, this square is quite the enchanting dream when the Christmas Markets arrive! In medieval times the knights and nobles used to discuss city matters in this house. This is the crooked house of Wernigerode. Das schiefes haus. It is a former cloth mill. Kochstrasse and the beauty of German craftmanship We have a Witchy Welcome… let’s go to Christmas! Wernigerode Christmas Market – truly an amazing experience. Of course the christmas markets in Harz are smaller than in Cologne, Essen, Munich…
but Harz feels quaint and real. There is a truly good vibe noticable in the air. The Witches Dancing Place – Hexentanzplatz Near the old dancing place of the Witches of Harz, they built a tourist attraction The theme here: Witches! “Hexen”. There is a village with shops and eateries. A walk through the forest leading to scenic views And in the forest stands a mysterious hall… Walpurgishalle hexentanzplatz: a small museum. And there is a bobsleigh run Hexentanzplats: lots of nature, family fun… and witches & lore. Stabkirche Hahnenklee Inspired by the construction of Viking ships, the Gustav Adolf Stave Church – – was built without nails or screws. Nails and screws were used only for the floorboards. We’ll have a look inside. But first a walk around this Scandanavian style stave church. There are lots of pre-christian symbols on the outisde and interior of this church Le’t have a look inside The Gustav-Adolf-Stabkirche (Gustav Adolf Stave Church) in Hahnenklee, Harz. It was built in 1907-1908 as a reproduction of a Norwegian stave church. Goslar Goslar was not only a member of the Hanseatic League, but also a co-founder. This city is quite unique with a seat of the Holy Roman Empire, its medieval architecture,
half-timbered houses all in one old town. All three cities we visited – Quedlinburg, Wernigerode and Goslar – have a character of their own. We parked south of the old city, and criss crossed through these
wonderful streets (this one: Peterstrasse) to the city center. We are nearing market square. At Christmas they turn this square into a christmas forest. Actual trees with paths through it
and a Christmas stall here and there. The town itself is a jewelbox of medieval architecture. The imperial throne at Goslar was made in the 11th centruy. It was a throne of the Holy Roman Empire. This structure here is the last remainin part of a church complex that was in front of the imperial palace. Abzucht: a water that runs through the town, carving out a very pleasant walking route. Yes! The Witches are on the road signs along the highway too. Titan RT – suspension bridge The Harz welcomes more than three million visitors every year. It stretches across 2,200 square kilometers in the heart of Germany. The range covers Lower Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt, and Thuringia. The Brocken peak rises 1,142 meters, long linked with folklore and legends. Despite this central location, the Harz feels worlds away from city life. How to Reach the Harz. Driving is easiest: two to three hours from Berlin, Dortmund, or Hamburg. Airports open the region to international travelers. Berlin Brandenburg is closest, with easy train and car connections. From the west, try Frankfurt or Düsseldorf, Dortmund in the Ruhrgebiet. From the south, Munich Airport works well for a longer road trip. Even Amsterdam Schiphol is possible—about six hours by car: offering the opportunity to make it a road trip. Regional trains reach towns like Wernigerode, Goslar, and Quedlinburg. The Harz Narrow Gauge Railway takes you by steam into the mountains. There are several towns where you can take the train to the top of the Brocken mountain. But the best place to catch that train might be Wernigerode. The train departs just outside of Westerntor and goes all the way up to the top of the mountain. It is about a 2 hour ride on a steam train. Best Time to Visit the Harz region. Spring brings blossoms, rushing rivers, and ideal hiking weather. Summer offers a cooler but pleasantly warm summer destination. Autumn covers valleys and vineyards in gold and crimson: autumn foliage magic abound. It’s quieter then, with crisp air and colorful leaves. July and August are busiest, as are holiday weekends. For fewer crowds, visit in May, September, or early December. Those are our favorite times to visit Harz. Goslar – Christmas Market Christmas Markets. December is when the Harz feels most magical. Towns glow with lanterns and twinkling lights on cobblestone streets. Goslar offers a Christmas forest in the heart of town. They turn a square into a small, actual forest. Wernigerode – Christmas Market Wernigerode’s market shines beneath its fairy-tale hilltop castle. What sets the Harz apart is its authenticity. Stalls sell truly local crafts, wooden toys, and handwoven scarves. Quedlinburg’s market hides in medieval courtyards. There is the great market square that is filled with Christmas stalls. And across the town is “Advent in the courtyards”: there are over 20 Christmas courtyards. They have Christmas stalls, local products and of course glühwein. Christmas in the Harz is pure magic!

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A journey of wonders through the Harz region. Lore, Witches, Castles, Quaint Unesco Towns and more.

Discover the Harz Mountains in Germany – a region full of fairy-tale towns, dramatic landscapes, and timeless legends. In this travel documentary, we explore the most beautiful places in the Harz, from half-timbered towns to mountain peaks and breathtaking viewpoints.
🌍 What you’ll see in this video:
Quedlinburg – UNESCO World Heritage town with cobblestone streets, medieval houses, and one of Germany’s most charming Christmas markets.
Goslar – a former imperial city with stunning timber-framed architecture, rich mining history, and its magical Christmas forest market.
Wernigerode – famous for its colorful houses, fairy-tale Wernigerode Castle, and lively market square, shown in both summer and winter.
Brocken Railway – ride the legendary steam train through forests and up Germany’s most famous mountain peak.
Hexentanzplatz – the legendary “Witches’ Dance Floor” plateau high above the Bode Valley, offering panoramic views and folklore tales.
Titan RT Suspension Bridge – one of the longest pedestrian suspension bridges in the world, stretching across the Rappbode Dam.
Devil’s Wall (Teufelsmauer) – a striking sandstone ridge tied to ancient myths and dramatic landscapes.
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:: chapters ::
00:00 Harz
02:28 Quedlinburg
08:23 Teufelsmauer / Devil’s Wall
10:10 Wernigerode Castle
13:38 Wernigerode City
19:30 Hexentanzplatz
24:23 Stabkirche Hahnenklee
29:23 Goslar
37:14 Titan RT
38:36 How to reach Harz
42:37 Christmas Markets Harz

:: Music ::
Opeming track
Scott Buckley
passage of time
by Scott Buckley
released under CC-BY 4.0.
www.scottbuckley.com.au

All other tracks: epidemic.