Goslar
The imperial city on the Harz
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The town of Goslar in the Harz Mountains is a real gem and offers plenty for tourists and holidaymakers to discover. It is located in the south-east of Lower Saxony and is known for its picturesque old town and numerous sights and attractions.
One of the city's most famous highlights is the Imperial Palace, an imposing castle dating back to the 11th century. It was once the seat of the emperors of the Holy Roman Empire and now houses a museum where you can learn a lot about the history of the town. Goslar's Rammelsberg Museum is also worth a visit, where you can learn all about mining in the Harz Mountains.
If you like being out and about in nature, you should definitely visit the Goslar Hofgarten. The beautiful baroque garden offers plenty of space to relax and unwind and is a favourite meeting place for the town's residents. A walk along the Bocksberg cable car is also a highlight for nature lovers. From here you have a wonderful view over the town and the Harz Mountains.
Another highlight of Goslar is the traditional market square festival, which takes place every year in August. It offers delicious food, live music and plenty of entertainment for the whole family. The Christmas market experience in November is also a special event not to be missed.
All in all, Goslar in the Harz Mountains offers a wide range of options for tourists and holidaymakers. Whether you are interested in the interesting history of the town, want to enjoy nature or take part in one of the many festivals - there is something for everyone to discover in Goslar. The imposing imperial palace and the Goslar Rammelsberg Museum are just some of the sights you can visit in Goslar. Those who are enthusiastic about the Christmas season should not miss the Christmas market experience in November. All these attractions make Goslar in the Harz Mountains a city that you should definitely visit.
| County | Goslar |
| Altitude | 255m above NHN |
| Surface area | 163.88 km² |
| Population | 50,203 (31 Dec. 2022) |
| POSTCODE | 38640, 38642, 38644, 38690 |
| Motor vehicle. | GS, BRL, CLZ |
Goslar is a town with a long history and rich culture. The town was founded as a settlement as early as the 9th century, and in the 11th century it developed into an important imperial palace of the Holy Roman Empire of the German Nation. From the 13th century, Goslar also assumed the function of an imperial city and was thus one of the most important political centres of the empire. In the years that followed, the town experienced an economic boom, particularly due to the utilisation of the Rammelsberg as a mining area.
In the 19th century, Goslar experienced another economic boom, this time due to the establishment of industrial companies in the town. Numerous factories and plants were established at this time, some of which still exist today. In the 20th century, however, Goslar was badly affected by the turmoil of the Second World War and the post-war period, and it took until well into the 1970s for the town to recover. In recent years, Goslar has once again become a popular destination for tourists and holidaymakers. With its historic town centre and numerous sights and festivals, the town offers a wide range of activities for visitors of all ages. So let's get going - the town of Goslar in the Harz Mountains is waiting for you!
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