Langelsheim

The charming town of Langelsheim in the district of Goslar in Lower Saxony was created on 1 July 1972 through the merger of several municipalities. Thanks to its natural location on the north-western edge of the Harz Mountains with its unique natural areas and rich cultural heritage, the town of Langelsheim is an attractive destination for nature lovers, those seeking relaxation and those interested in culture. Due to its proximity to the River Innerste, the original town of Langelsheim has been an attractive industrial centre since the 19th century. With the incorporation of several villages, the town area has more than doubled in size. The unique separation of the industrial and tourist areas has created an attractive holiday region.

The natural recreational areas of the town of Langelsheim

The northern districts of Astfeld, Langelsheim and Bredelem are idyllically situated right on the edge of the Harz Mountains and are surrounded by farmland, meadows and pastures. They form an ideal starting point for tours into the highest mountain region in northern Germany.

The mountain town of Lautenthal and Wolfshagen in the Harz are state-recognised climatic health resorts with excellent conditions for the treatment of bronchial, cardiovascular and circulatory diseases. The romantic valley is surrounded by the Harz National Park and is ideal for hiking, Nordic walking, mountain biking and swimming. In the cold season, the region is transformed into an attractive winter sports area.

The Harz valley dams of the Grane and Innerste rivers are also located in the town of Langelsheim. They have developed into a popular local recreation and water sports area. The Grane reservoir is a popular excursion destination with numerous leisure activities.

Cultural and historical highlights of Langelsheim

In addition to its scenic wealth, the town of Langelsheim also has unique cultural and historical sights to offer. The Lautenthals-Glück Mining Museum provides a fascinating insight into over 1000 years of mining history in the Harz Mountains. The Langelsheim local history museum is housed in a half-timbered house dating back to 1870. The ruins of the castle on the Kanstein, also known as Hindenburg, tower over the Innerste valley. The history of St Andrew's Church in Langelsheim probably dates back to the time of Charlemagne.