Devil's Pulpit and Witches' Altar

Teufelskanzel and Hexenaltar are legendary granite rock formations that can be clearly seen from the Brocken plateau. They are located in the middle of the Harz National Park and are not accessible for nature conservation reasons. According to tradition, the devil himself is said to have preached to the Brocken guests from the devil's pulpit. Goethe also mentions the stratification of the rocks in one of his travelogues from the Harz Mountains. Due to its striking appearance, the witch altar has always been a popular motif for photos and postcards. According to legend, there was a witches' dance floor not far from the witches' altar, where Walpurgis Night was celebrated on the night of May 1st.

Popular photo motif and a highlight on the Brocken circular trail.

To visit with the great view on the circular route of Brockenplateau.