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Selkesicht Viewpoint (Harzer Wandernadel Stamp Station No. 204)

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Selkesicht Viewpoint (Harzer Wandernadel Stamp Station No. 204)

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    Location: Falkenstein/Harz, Landkreis Harz, Harz Mountains, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany

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    August 15, 2025

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    The Selkesicht, or Ackeburg, was a place of retreat or refuge for our ancestors. The mountain spur was ideal.
    Today we enjoy the beautiful view.
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