Where a living World Heritage site meets picturesque nature: The World Heritage city of Quedlinburg, together with its districts of Gernrode and Bad Suderode, captivates visitors as a multifaceted travel destination in the Harz Mountains.
Quedlinburg: A Thousand Years of History & Vibrant Art
A stroll through the historic cobblestone alleys is like a journey through the centuries. With over 2,000 half-timbered houses spanning eight centuries, romantic villas, and Romanesque buildings, Quedlinburg is one of Germany’s largest architectural heritage sites.
Among the absolute highlights are the UNESCO World Heritage Site on the Stiftsberg, featuring the St. Servatius Collegiate Church and the famous cathedral treasury; the picturesque Münzenberg; and the Abbey Garden and Brühlpark (Gartenträume Sachsen-Anhalt).
Culture and lifestyle also define Quedlinburg: The Lyonel Feininger Museum, the Klopstock House, numerous galleries, and the Quedlinburg Music Summer reflect a dynamic arts scene.
Gernrode: Ottonian Architecture & Steam Train Romance
Situated on the slopes of the Stubenberg, the state-recognized resort town of Gernrode captivates visitors with its rich history and natural beauty.
Particularly worth seeing is the over 1,000-year-old collegiate church of St. Cyriakus, considered one of the oldest Romanesque structures in Northern Europe. The Old Elementary School, with its historic classroom, also invites visitors to explore.
Among the most popular activities in Gernrode are hiking and biking, as the town is located directly on the 75-kilometer-long Selketal-Stieg trail. While the historic Selketalbahn, part of the Harz Narrow-Gauge Railways, chugs through the forests, the Osterteich Forest Bath offers a welcome refreshment on warm days.
Bad Suderode: Spa-Town Idyll & Spa Park Charm
Nestled amid the dense forests of the Harz Mountains, the spa town of Bad Suderode welcomes visitors seeking relaxation with a soothing sense of tranquility.
In the realm of health and spa treatments, the town is best known for its historic calcium sulfate healing spring, the Behringer Brunnen—one of the most potent of its kind in Europe.
Architecture and nature define Bad Suderode’s unique atmosphere: a romantic spa park ambiance and ornate wooden veranda houses in the style of Harz spa architecture characterize the townscape, while hiking trails lead directly from the spa paths into the Harz Mountains.
