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Hike with obstacles: Günther conquers the Harz in a wheelchair!
Find out how Carsten Kiehne brings the Harz to life with stories and hikes - a highlight for every visitor.
Hike with obstacles: Günther conquers the Harz in a wheelchair!
In the picturesque mountains of the Harz, people not only hike but also talk. Carsten Kiehne is a passionate storyteller who has been collecting legends, fairy tales and anecdotes from this fascinating region for over a decade. Together with his partner Manuela Petri, Kiehne has now published more than thirty books, bringing many of the rich stories of the Harz past to life. His hiking tours are not only a sporting challenge, but also an invitation into the world of myths and legends.
A special tour recently took place on Tuesday March 4th along the Paracelsus Harz Clinic in Bad Suderode. Kiehne was leading a group of hikers when they met Günther, an older man who wanted to take part in the three-hour tour despite his electric wheelchair. With a good hand, the group helped push Günther up the steep climb to the clinic, a real challenge that required a lot of team spirit. Once at the top, Günther's beaming expression was a truly touching highlight of his presence in the clinic. Kiehne himself described this hike as particularly impressive and therefore one of the best experiences of his 14 years of work.
The Harz: A region full of stories
The Harz, also known as the Harz Mountains, is the highest mountain range in northern Germany and covers an area of 2,226 square kilometers. It offers majestic forests and impressive peaks, with the Brocken being the highest point at 1,141.1 meters. Here you will experience the humid climate with up to 1,600 mm of rainfall annually while hiking through the breathtaking nature of this region.
The Harz is not only a popular destination for hikers and winter sports enthusiasts, around 1.3 million people visit the Brocken every year. The region is characterized by coniferous and deciduous forests as well as impressive historical cities such as Wernigerode and Quedlinburg. The Harz narrow-gauge railways offer a wonderful opportunity to explore the area and experience the beautiful landscapes up close. There is also a lot of emphasis on nature conservation in the region, as the Harz National Park not only protects the Brocken, but also numerous animal species, such as the reintroduced Eurasian lynx.
A lasting story
The history of the Harz goes back to 3,000 years ago, when mining had a significant impact on economic development. Today it is not just the economy, but also tourism and the preservation of nature that are very important here. The diversity of geology and the beauty of the landscapes make the Harz a unique destination that has much to offer both adventure seekers and history buffs. The region, which stretches across Lower Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia, delights its visitors with its unmistakable charm and a wealth of stories.
Whether hiking, telling stories or simply enjoying the landscape - the Harz remains a place full of secrets and experiences waiting to be discovered. Carsten Kiehne and his passion for the stories of the Harz region help ensure that this valuable region continues to live in the hearts of its visitors.
For more information about the Harz and its stories, you can read the detailed reporting from news38.de and the comprehensive background Wikipedia read up. Also the dictionary about the Harz educalingo.com offers exciting information.