Rare design for North German conditions. The castle has literally grown together with the rock. The passages in the rocks, the rock itself and the fountain are worth seeing. The views of the southern Harz foothills and the Thuringian mountains are rewarding. Gastronomy is also available. There are also other sights in the surrounding area (unicorn cave, stone church, Gr. Knollen, etc.).

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May 11, 2021

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The castle is a really extraordinary historical place. The history since the Salian era in the 11th century is clearly explained on boards. The castle was considered impregnable and it …

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June 3, 2022

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Many informative panels on building materials, geology and history give a picture of the castle at that time...

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1. Großer Knollen lookout tower – Trail to Großer Knollen loop from Bad Lauterberg im Harz

21.5km

06:42

780m

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2. Großer Knollen Hut – Großer Knollen lookout tower loop from Scharzfeld

17.7km

05:18

570m

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3. Großer Knollen Hut – Großer Knollen lookout tower loop from Scharzfeld

17.7km

05:18

570m

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Elevation 370 m

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Location: Bad Lauterberg im Harz, Osterode am Harz, Harz Mountains, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

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Scharzfels Castle Ruins (HWN 151)

1. Großer Knollen lookout tower – Trail to Großer Knollen loop from Bad Lauterberg im Harz

2. Großer Knollen Hut – Großer Knollen lookout tower loop from Scharzfeld

3. Großer Knollen Hut – Großer Knollen lookout tower loop from Scharzfeld

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