Optikpark is a lush green and well-maintained park in Rathenow. This well-manicured garden is a respite for the locals and tourists who come here for a stroll or to share a conversation with friends. For active people, there is rafting and other sports activities to engage in. The park also entertains visitors with the regular events and concerts that are held here, famous among them being the flower show. Drop by for a breath of fresh air or to attend an exciting event.
Presenting fascinating exhibits which depict the progress and growth of steel production as well as the history of other technological and industrial developments, Industriemuseum Brandenburg makes for an interesting visit. Focused on the city, this museum is a treasure trove of information and is visited by scores of tourists and locals alike.
One of the prime things to do in Stendal, a visit to the Tiergarten is mandatory for the young and old alike. Witness majestic animals such as Siberian tigers, Black Bear, Northern Lynx and more as they go about their lives for a nominal price. Also offering guided tours, the zoo also has facilities to host birthday parties which are especially popular among young children.
This city fortification with many towers was completed in 14-th century.
Salzkirche/Elisabethkapelle was built in the 15th Century to an adjoining hospital. This hospice was ravaged by fire in 1617 and only the chapel remained. From the 17th to the 19th Centuries it was used as a salt warehouse, hence its name Salzkirche. It was bought by the Catholic Church and was a house of worship for some time. It underwent an extensive restoration for five years from 1992 to 1992. This historic brick edifice now hosts concerts and exhibitions.
Built in the 15th and 16th century, the city hall has mostly been constructed in the Gothic style. The Renaissance rooftop is especially impressive.
This 15th century brick tower used to be a part of the middle-age fortification wall.
Schloss Nennhausen is a majestic edifice in the town of Nennhausen. Situated on Fouque-Platz, it dates back to the year 1737 and remains a striking example of Neo-Gothic style of architecture. At the start of the 18th Century, the sprawling castle gardens were created in Baroque design. The gardens were home to Germany's biggest and one of the oldest trees. The castle served as the residence to legendary personalities like Albert Einsein and Friedrich Baron de la Motte Fouque. Today, under private ownership, the castle operates as a fine venue for recitals and concerts. Also, the orangery serves as an idyllic spot for meetings and intimate celebrations.
This brick church with murals and frescoes dates back to the 13th Century.
Although the origins of the Havelberger Dom Sankt Marien can be traced back to the 10th Century, the oldest section of the church is the Romanesque East Wing which was added close to three centuries later. The present day church is an amalgamation of architectural styles from varying time periods owing to the numerous changes that were made to the church over the years. The Havelberger Dom Sankt Marien is today a popular tourist attraction and concert venue, yet remains an active place of worship with religious services being offered every Sunday. The protestant church is richly endowed with historic objects of grace, artistic pieces and architectural nuances. Inside discover vibrant stained glass windows, intricate carvings, statures, reliefs and paintings. Guided tours of the cathedral can be arranged for groups of 10 or more.
Presenting fascinating exhibits which depict the progress and growth of steel production as well as the history of other technological and industrial developments, Industriemuseum Brandenburg makes for an interesting visit. Focused on the city, this museum is a treasure trove of information and is visited by scores of tourists and locals alike.