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Landkreis Nordhausen

Harzer Hexenbesen Observation Tower

Landkreis Nordhausen

Harzer Hexenbesen Observation Tower

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Harzer Hexenbesen Observation Tower

Hiking

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Mountain biking

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Cycling

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Cross-country skiing

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Gravel riding

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Running

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Naturpark Südharz

Location: Ellrich, Landkreis Nordhausen, Thuringia, Germany

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Tips

Destination Valhalla

October 5, 2025

Cycling

Unfortunately, it won't be finished as of October 2025. The observation tower looks massive, and the view from the top should be fantastic. It looks like you'll have to buy a ticket to climb the tower. You can also drive there and leave your car in the parking lot next to it. You can also get there by bike or on foot.

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January 6, 2026

Cross-country skiing

Starting in 2022, a new tourist attraction, the Harz Witch Kingdom, was developed in Rothesütte on the grounds of the former border company. It opened on October 1, 2025, under …

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March 26, 2025

Hiking

Currently still under construction. The view promises to be magnificent.

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Elevation 600 m

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Wednesday 28 October

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Max wind speed: 9.0 km/h

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Location: Ellrich, Landkreis Nordhausen, Thuringia, Germany

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