Mysterious hotel in the Harz region collapses – Urbex residents warn of danger!

Mysterious hotel in the Harz region collapses – Urbex residents warn of danger!

In the heart of the Harz Mountains there is a former hotel that has a very special attraction for Urbex residents due to its extremely dilapidated condition and the eerie fascination of “lost places”. As news38.de reports, it is a building that was built by a church institution between 1880 and 1900. The original use was for young people and seniors, while in the 60s and 70s it served as a tourist hotel. However, the exact timing of the closure remains unclear.

The hotel is located far from civilization on a remote road, which only adds to its appeal for explorers. The creator of “Urban Discovery” explored the hotel in a video and revealed some exciting details. While the façade and windows are exposed to significant damage and parts of the building have already collapsed, he found the bathroom, which was in relatively good condition, showing little sign of destruction. However, another bedroom revealed dark stains on the mattress, which noticeably spoiled the atmosphere.

The challenge of the Urbex community

The exploration of “lost places” has been booming among adventurers and photography enthusiasts in recent years, as well reisereporter.de emphasizes. The reasons for the fascination are complex: from the rich history of the buildings to the search for unique photo motifs. There are numerous such places in the Harz, most of which are shaped by the difficult history of the region, be it through dictatorships or mining.

But exploration also entails dangers. Many of the abandoned places are in danger of collapse, and entering private property without permission is simply forbidden. The risks should not be underestimated, especially in the hotel mentioned; This is illustrated by threats from parts of the roof that could fall at any time, as well as the discovery of ammunition in one of the rooms.

Of vandalism and monument protection

Another problem is the increase in vandalism and destruction affecting the UrbEx community. According to nationalgeographic.de, many of these adventures have a lot to do with a code of honor that is firmly anchored in the community. Nevertheless, many “lost places” suffer from graffiti and other damage left behind by uninvited guests. The beauty of decay experienced is often in stark contrast to the destruction that the places have to endure.

The discussion about the legal consequences that can arise from unauthorized entry into abandoned places is becoming increasingly louder. However, attractive “lost places” such as the hotel in the Harz continue to give the community reason to explore. It remains to be seen how the situation will develop and whether monument protection will be actively promoted while the curiosity of explorers remains unbroken.