Top Rated Attractions in Thale

Built in the early 13th Century, Nikolaikirche is one of the oldest churches in the city, originally taking form as a Romanesque basilica. The majestic edifice underwent numerous changes over the years, including a reconstruction which gave the structure, its present Gothic form. Of note within the church is the 18th-century wooden altar as well as the beautiful stained glass windows. The Annual New Year's Concert in Ouedlingburg is held at this church.

Declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994, the Stiftskirche St. Servatius is a popular destination in Quedlinburg. The church was built in the early 10th Century and is known to display exquisite Romanesque architecture. King Henry I is said to have been buried in the castle chapel that was built in 936. The splendid exterior of the castle consists of prominent spires that dominate the city skyline. On the inside, the nave is separated by pillars that showcase rich decorations on the columns while exclusive Lombard styling embraces the outer walls.

Quedlinburg Abbey was established in 936 upon the behest of Queen Mathilda as a memorial to her husband, King Henry the Fowler. The abbey was constructed by their son, King Otto I, and served as an abode for the secular canonesses. By virtue of its status as an imperial abbey, the Quedlinburg Abbey and its abbess received bountiful grants and enjoyed freedom from the control of the Bishop of Halberstadt, answering only to the Pope himself. The abbey continued to thrive until 1803 when it was finally dissolved and its holdings were absorbed into secular use. The abbey church of St. Servatius still stands and is a popular tourist attraction. The graves of Saint Mathilda and King Henry the Fowler can be found here. The abbey is also renowned as the site of origin of the Annals of Quedlinburg, chronicling the political history of the Holy Roman Empire.

Built between November 2014 to March 2015, the Baumwipfelpfad Harz running across the lush green Cold Valley at a height of approximately 30 meters (98 feet). First of its kind in Lower Saxony, this pathway with a wooden floor was opened to the public in May 2015. By 2020, the facility is also expected to have a tree monorail that will have a length of 1000 meters (3280 feet). The said monorail will supposedly spectacular views of the greenery and low mountain ranges.

Museum für Luftfahrt und Technik is an aviation museum located in Wernigerode. They have almost 1000 exhibits spread over two buildings which include fixed-wing flight, aircraft engines and helicopters. Their aerospace displays spread over more than 45 categories and they have a good collection of ejection seats and cockpits. It is one of the largest museums of its kind in Germany.

Standing at towering 81 meters (266 feet), against the backdrop of the Kyffhäuser mountain range, Kyffhäuser Denkmal or the Barbarossa Monument as its also known, is one of the tallest monuments in the state. Dating back to the 20th-century, it was erected to commemorate the 1813 victory against Napoleon. The monument is marked by an equestrian statue. Even today, the main tower, as well as the statue still appear to be as good as new.