Wittekindsquelle, Natural spring near Porta Westfalica, Germany.
Wittekindsquelle is a natural spring at the Haeverstädter Berg in the Wiehengebirge mountain range, where water emerges from the ground. The location sits along hiking paths that connect various points throughout this low mountain range.
The spring was originally a reliable water source but dried up in 1938. Despite losing its water, the location remains in local memory as it once served as an important water supply point.
The spring takes its name from Saxon duke Widukind, and local stories tell of him stopping here to drink. This connection to the region's past makes the location meaningful to visitors who walk through the area.
The location is reachable via marked hiking paths that run through the mountain area. Visitors should wear sturdy footwear and follow the established routes to find the spot safely.
Although the spring is dry today, the site shows the geological structures that once carried water through the Westphalian mountains. These traces of natural water systems are visible to hikers interested in understanding the landscape.
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