Scharzfels Castle Ruins (HWN 151)

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.).

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 stayed that way until 1761, when the French conquered it with massive means during the 7 Years War and then blew it up. So there wasn't much left of the lower castle. In the upper castle, which is cordoned off because it is probably too exposed and dangerous, more remains can be seen. You can go up the stairs to the tunnel that led into the upper castle to get an overview.
The location of the gastronomy is nice, which, like everything in Corona times, is unfortunately closed. From there you have a good view of the southern Harz foreland towards Barbis

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