Güntersberge: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

Güntersberge was first mentioned in official records in 1281 and received town privileges in 1491. For travellers interested in urban history, this development provides a specific point of reference.

You can rent a holiday apartment in Güntersberge.

History and Culture

Since the 14th century, forestry, forest management and mining have shaped Güntersberge.

Orientation

Güntersberge is a state-recognised health resort on the banks of the Selke in the upper Selke Valley.

The town has a stop on the Selketal Railway, which is part of the Harz Narrow-Gauge Railways network, and is connected to the B242.

Güntersberge is a destination in the Harz and has historically been described as the smallest town in the Harz region of Saxony-Anhalt.

The town lies in a wooded and water-rich mountainous landscape around Bergsee, a lake created by damming the Selke.

Getting Around

The Selketalstieg long-distance hiking trail runs directly through Güntersberge, making it a specific point of reference for travellers interested in long-distance hikes.

From Quedlinburg, Güntersberge can be reached by train via the Selketal Railway; a bus connection from Quedlinburg is also described by the local tourism authority.

Surroundings

Poppenberg, Heimberg, Osterkopf and Ampenberg are located in the immediate surroundings of Güntersberge.

The surrounding area of Güntersberge is home to the ruins of Klein Lauenburg, Groß Lauenburg, Ebersburg and Hohenstein Castle.

Townscape and Trails

Güntersberge is associated with restored half-timbered houses and the Mousetrap and Curiosities Museum, a museum dedicated to mousetraps and curiosities.

A hiking route from Güntersberge leads towards Kohlberg and the ruins of Güntersburg Castle.

To the main destination overview: Harz.

More Destinations

More places in the same destination:

Thale, Quedlinburg, Groß Quenstedt, Huy, Ilsenburg, Ballenstedt, Wegeleben, Harsleben.