Landkreis Harz

Cliffs in the Selketal - Lamp

Landkreis Harz

Cliffs in the Selketal - Lamp

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Cliffs in the Selketal - Lamp

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Oberes Selketal

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Location: Harzgerode, Landkreis Harz, Harz Mountains, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

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October 25, 2025

Hiking

The spot is actually called "Lampe" (like light) and is the narrowest point in the Selke Valley. The rocks are only 15 meters apart at their narrowest point. The bridge over the Selke River is accordingly called the "Lampenbrücke" (Lamp Bridge).

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Elevation 320 m

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Location: Harzgerode, Landkreis Harz, Harz Mountains, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

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