Walpurgis Hall

Walpurgis Hall is a museum at the Witches' Dance Floor in Thale that displays five large paintings showing scenes from Goethe's Faust. The artworks depict dramatic moments including the revelers' dance and subterranean scenes from the literary narrative.

The building was constructed in 1901, combining Germanic architectural style with Goethe's literary legacy. The artworks were created specifically for this location to establish a connection between local folklore traditions and the writer's famous play.

The hall takes its name from Walpurgis Night, a festival celebrated in this region for centuries. Visitors find artistic representations here that connect this tradition to Goethe's literary work.

The museum sits at the edge of hiking territory in the Harz Mountains and can easily be combined with outdoor walks in the surrounding slopes. Visitors should set aside time for viewing the interior and bring warm clothing, as the elevated location can be quite windy.

A sacrificial stone marks the entrance and links this place to ancient Germanic rituals. This stone serves as a silent witness to the deeper historical layers of the site that extend beyond its literary connections.

Location: Thale

Architects: Bernhard Sehring

Official opening: 1901

GPS coordinates: 51.73270,11.02610

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:47