Hexenaltar, Granite rock formation on Brocken Mountain, Harz, Germany.
The Hexenaltar stands as a natural granite formation rising from the plateau of Brocken Mountain, next to another rock structure called Teufelskanzel.
During the Kingdom of Westphalia period, reports circulated about the alleged destruction of Hexenaltar when its top stone plate fell down.
This formation carries connections to German folklore and Walpurgis Night celebrations, where local tales suggest gatherings of witches occurred.
The rock formation lies within the core zone of Harz National Park, making it currently inaccessible to the public for conservation purposes.
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe mentioned the geological stratification of these rocks in his writings about his travels through the Harz Mountains.
Location: Wernigerode
GPS coordinates: 51.79756,10.61634
Latest update: March 5, 2025 08:37
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