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A man in a wheelchair overcomes the Harz Mountains: A magical adventure!
Experience the fascinating legends of the Harz with Carsten Kiehne, who also offers special experiences for wheelchair users.
A man in a wheelchair overcomes the Harz Mountains: A magical adventure!
The Harz region, known for its legendary stories, is attracting more and more explorers. Carsten Kiehne, a passionate fairy tale collector from Bad Suderode, has had the goal of bringing the area's magical world of legends, fairy tales and anecdotes to life for over a decade. Together with his partner Manuela Petri, he has published more than thirty books and organizes guided hikes to share the mystical tales of the Harz Mountains. How news38.de reports, March 4th of this year was a special day for Kiehne and the participants on his tour, which led to the old Paracelsus Harz Clinic.
During this three-hour hike, an older man named Günther, who was sitting in an electric wheelchair, joined the group. Despite the steep climb to the clinic, he really wanted to be there. Kiehne initially had concerns about whether Günther could handle the challenge, but the hiking group didn't leave him alone. They helped push him up the mountain, which was a great effort for everyone. When he arrived at the summit, Günther beamed with joy and described the tour as the highlight of his stay in the clinic. For Kiehne himself, it was also one of the most beautiful experiences of his 14-year career as a hiking guide n-ag.net emphasized.
The connection between humans and nature
Kiehne's hikes are not just about stories and myths, but also about personal experiences in nature. The Harz, rich in stories, invites you to explore the connection between people and nature. The Nature Myths Trail Braunlage offers a wonderful opportunity for this. Here you will find nine interactive stations that provide deeper insights into these relationships and invite you to pause. One of these stations is a wishing tree, which helps hikers to formulate their inner desires and thus strengthen their connection.
Another highlight of the path is a labyrinth where you can find your own way. The symbolic power of trees and the relationship between humans and wolves are also discussed. Kiehne and his groups actively contribute to ensuring that the myths and stories of the Harz are not forgotten and to open access to nature for everyone - including people with special needs.
Kiehne's passion shows that the sagas and myths of the Harz are not only cultural assets, but also form a living bridge to human thoughts and feelings. The valuable stories and the opportunity to experience nature up close make the Harz a unique destination for hikers of all ages and abilities.