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Harz Mountains · Witchcraft & Occult Tourism

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Harz Mountains · Witchcraft & Occult Tourism

The Harz Mountains are known for Brocken peak, a witches' gathering site in Goethe's Faust. Key sites include Brocken summit, Hexentanzplatz, and Quedlinburg. The area hosts massive Walpurgisnacht celebrations on April 30 and features witch museums and hiking trails.

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The Harz Mountains are known for Brocken peak, a witches' gathering site in Goethe's Faust. Key sites include Brocken summit, Hexentanzplatz, and Quedlinburg. The area hosts massive Walpurgisnacht celebrations on April 30 and features witch museums and hiking trails.

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Best season: Spring
Difficulty: 6
Region: Germany, Lower Saxony/Saxony-Anhalt

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