New tower for the Harzburg: vision or controversial construction project?

New tower for the Harzburg: vision or controversial construction project?

Bad Harzburg, Deutschland - in Bad Harzburg it is currently bubbling: The tower of the Harzburg is facing an exciting comeback! On June 29, 2025, the first draft was presented by Max Dudler, an internationally recognized architect. The project aims to revitalize the visibility of this historical site and its eventful history for both the region and all over Germany. News38 reports that the planned attraction should benefit primarily from burgentourism.

The Dudler's draft polarizes heavily on social media, where some users express their concerns. Critics particularly criticize that the design does not look nearly like a traditional castle tower. Nevertheless, Dudler is happy about the great interest and emphasizes the importance of involving people in the planning process. He plans to create a "place of meeting" that attracts both locals and tourists.

architecture with foresight

With a height of about 27 meters, the new tower will shape the landscape and lead visitors through seven floors. Dudler has already worked in numerous historical places, such as Heidelberg Castle, and always pursues the goal of harmonizing old and new in architecture. Previous renovations of the tower stump, which has been in a dilapidated condition for years, have paved the way for this initiative. Dirk Junicke, the chairman of the historical Burgberg association, presented the project during the annual general meeting 2024 before die-harzburg.de .

The costs for the implementation of the new tower are estimated at 7 to 12 million euros. So far, however, it is still unclear whether the draft is being implemented. On June 26, 2025 at 6:30 p.m., citizens can learn more about the plans in Bündheimer Schloss. The event is freely accessible and interested parties are invited to register by email. A subscription can also be completed for the "tower building newsletter" to pursue the latest developments.

Burgentreff in the Harz

The Harzburg has a long history that goes back to 1065 when it was built by Henry IV. In 1650, however, it was removed and was forgotten. Thanks to the Burgberg cable car, which was built in 1929, the Burgberg focused more on the focus and aroused interest in restoration work. The sponsoring association has already carried out extensive fuses and excavations at the Burgbrunnen and at the powder tower to preserve the remnants of the once proud Harzburg Deutschee-burgen.org .

The commitment to the Harzburg is therefore unbroken, and the upcoming presentation by Max Dudler makes the hearts of many castle lovers beat faster. It remains to be seen whether the draft will ultimately prevail, but the anticipation for a new landmark in the Harz is already noticeable.