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filter_dramaUnderstandHalberstadt Is a town in the German state of [wiki=82cacd25060fbdd5a62ae622154b981c]Saxony-Anhalt[/wiki], located at the northern foothills of the Harz and known as The Gateway to the Harz Mountains it is only a few minutes by car from the mountains. A town of about 50,000 people, travellers are welcomed from afar by the impressive towers of the 1200-year old Bishop`s Seat. The town was severely damaged in World War II, but retains many important historic buildings and much of its ancient townscape. Notable places in Halberstadt include the Liebfrauenkirche and St. Stephen Cathedral, churches built in the 12th and 13th centuries, respectively. Halberstadt is the site of the first documented large, permanent pipe organ installation in 1361. The cathedral is notable among those in northern European towns in having retained its medieval treasury in virtually complete condition. Among its treasures are the oldest surviving tapestries in Europe, dating from the 12th century.
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By Plane
Leipzig/Halle . The closest international airport to Halberstadt is Leipzig/Halle Airport, sometimes called Schkeuditz Airport, is 22km northwest of central Leipzig. The airport is the second biggest airport in Eastern Germany after Berlin. Halberstadt is approximately 135 Kilometres from leipzig/halle airport by road with an estimated driving time of 1 hour 40 minutes. Trains run between the airport and the city every 30 minutes; the trip takes 14 minutes.[http://www.leipzig-halle-airport.de/de/index.html]
Hanover. The next closest international airport to Halberstadt is Hanover airpot which is a main international airport with regular flights from all over the world with services to most European capitals and major cities. The airport is situated in Langenhagen which is 11 kilometres to the north of Hanover centre and has easy access to the autobahn. It is the ninth largest airport in Germany and is one of very few German airports which are open 24 hours a day, although there are very few flights between 11pm and 4am. The centre of Halberstadt is approximately 150 kilometres from Hanover airport with an estimated driving time of 1 hour 40 minutes. Hanover airport is also accessible by a combination of trains, buses and taxis. [http://www.hannover-airport.de/index.php?L=1]
Braunschweig Airport is mainly a research airport,It is, however, currently served by Air Berlin (offering flights to Moscow) and Volkswagen Air Services, Volkswagen 's coprporate airline, with select destinations in Europe (currently Prague, Poznan, or Ingolstadt). Tickets can be booked through the respective airlines, or directly at the airport. Halberstadt is approximately 85 Kilometres from Braunschweig airport with an estimated driving time of 1 hour.[http://www.flughafen-braunschweig.de/] -
By Train
Halberstadt has a busy railway station which has regular trains travelling to both regional and national destinations. There are frequent daily direct connections to Magdeburg approx 40 minutes, Halle approx 1 hour 30 minutes and Hanover approx 2 hours.
A train timetables can be found at the following links. [url=http://www.verkehrsmittelvergleich.de/bahnhof/halberstadt]][http://www.bahn.com/i/view/index.shtml[/url] -
By Road
Halberstadt is served by both the B 79 and the B 81 which provide access from all directions and lead to the main regional road B 6 to the south. The B 6 in turn leads north west to the A 395 and Braunschweig or east to theA 14 which goes north towards Magdeburg or south to Halle and Leipzig.
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By Tram
Halberstadt has around 9.5 kilometers of tram track which form 2 tram routes around the town. These trams can be accessed from any one of around 30 tram stops and used to travel around the area for a small charge. Timetables and prices can be downloaded at the following website.[http://www.stadtverkehr-halberstadt.de/]
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By Bus
Halberstadt has 5 bus routes which cover the whole area and are available for use by visitors and locals alike for a small charge. Timetable and prices also at the above website.
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By Historical Tram
Hinter dem Rathause 6 ,Tel: 0049 3941 551815 Fax: 0049 3941 551089. A 1939 Tram with 40 seats can be booked for a 1 hour tour of the town at a cost of 129 Euro. This must be pre booked on the website.[http://www.halberstadt.de/de/stadtfuehrungen_1_tourismus2.html]
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By Taxi
The following link gives the name address and telephone details for 19 Halberstadt Taxi firms, many of whom are also available for airport transfer. [http://branchenbuch.meinestadt.de/halberstadt/brazl/100-19055-19078-71218]
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Museums
Established in 2001, on the 300th Aniversary of the Prussian state, this museum is concerned with German-Jewish history and in particular the difficult periods of Prussian-Jewish history. There is also a cafe on site for refreshments.
*This Literature Museum displays the collection put together in 1862 by the poet "Johan Ludwig Wilhelm Gleim" and is a must for fans of German Poetry and Literature
*Not technically part of Museum Island, but immediately adjacent, the hands-on DDR Museum, gives an upbeat look at daily life in the GDR - achieved partly by glossing over gloomy issues like censorship and repression. -
Places of Worship
The dom was built from 1236-1491 and is considered a Jewel of Gothic architecture. The two mighty towers typify renaissance and barock building skills.The Dom had 2 predecessors. one was the 859 karoling Build und the 922 Otto creation. The 600 Artifacts and treasures in the Dom collection make up the largest and most important collection of middle ages art in any German church. The Dom was severely damaged in 1945 nand was restored by Halberstadt architect Walter Bolze.
* This little church has been playing a John Cage piece called Organ²/ASLSP (As SLow aS Possible) since September 5, 2001. The note played changes on average once a year, and the concert is scheduled to end on September 5, 2640. The next six dates when something happens are February 5, 2011; August 5, 2011; July 5, 2012; October 5, 2013 and September 5, 2020. -
Places of Interest
Occupied as dwellings until 1916 these dwellings are unique within Germany. (Bring a torch)
*. Located in Jagdschloss is Halberstadts entry in the Guinness book of records, namely the oldest and largest wine barrel in the world. Holding 140,000 litres it was built 400 years ago by Michael Werner from Landau, and was entered in the Guinness book of records on 6 june 2008. The barrel can be accessed via the Spiegelsberge Jagdschloss restaurant which opens daily from 1100 hrs
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filter_dramaDoFor visitors who wish to experience German Theatre. There are details on the website of a frequent and varied programme of productions and tickets can also be ordered on the website or purchased directly in the theatre
*Halberstadt has a large sports centre which consists of a sports and fitness area, a comprehensive water park, and a large wellness and beauty centre. Sportsand includes squash, tennis, badmington and a climbing wall as well as a comprehensive keep fit and weight training area. Sealand has 4700 square metres of water park facilities such as pools and slides etc. Sauna land offers a range of sauna experiences and beautyland completes the set with wellness facilities on offer
*A Family friendly park which will provide a few hours entertainment for children and animal lovers. Open all year round, its occupants include camels,racoons,wolves, dingos, Lynxes as well as domestic animals and an area where visitors can touch the tame animals and feed them. There is also an amusing animal school show for visitors -
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General
Halberstadt town centre has the normal array of shops expected in a town of this size. C&A, indoor shopping malls, clothes shops like New Yorker and Orsay and electronic shops.
*Located in the town centre is a modern colourful indoor shopping centre with a wide variety of shops catering for the majority of needs. visitors can utilise the free car park with 500 spaces and enjoy shopping in comfort for everything from groceries to clothes and electronics etc
*Experience all your perfumery desires in one location.
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Budget
Situated in the middle of the Old Town this establishment offers a mouthwatering selection of mediteranian dishes. Brunch buffet can be had from 1100 - 1500 hrs, with lunch specials costing as little as 5 Euros.
*Hearty Bohemian dishes washed down with Chech beer is the order of the day in restaurant Schwejk at very reasonable prices, from 9 Euros for a main meal. There is also an affiliated butchers shop for those who wish to purchase fresh meats or German sausage.
*This 80 seat restaurant specialises in confectionery, fruit and ice cream ,but also offers a selection of hot meals -
Mid-range
Located at the Theatre (entrance through EDEKA carpark) this cafe also specilises in home made cakes and ice cream and has seating for 80 , Tour groups are welcome
*This charming little restaurant is located in a building dating from the 16th Century and offers local dishes using local produce. Tour groups should book as seating is restricted to 34
*Offering freshly cooked traditional German food in an atmosphere which gives a flavour of the history of Halberstadt. The walls of this beautiful old building are decorated with historical pictures of halberstadt
*This beautiful building boasts a full range of traditional German cuisine and is worth a visit just to admire the Building itself. as an added bonus you can get to see the worlds biggest and oldest wine barrel (as seen in the guinness book of records)
*A typical Italian restaurant, popular with the locals and serving a selection of Piza ,Pasta and Meat dishes at affordable.
*This Spanish restaurant will tempt your taste buds with Tapas and paella as well as the speciality of the house "El Sombrero" -
Splurge
This beautiful historic building boasts a 4 star Hotel which has a large wellness centre and is also suitable for functions or conferences.It has an excellent international reputation and comes highly recommended. The luxurious dining room serves a full German and international menu.
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filter_dramaDrinkFor a nice cold German beer enjoyed in a nice atmosphere, or even a Coffee, then this attractive Gasthaus comes highly recomended and has a beer garden, ample seating and a car park.
*Also boasting a beergarden and a relaxing atmosphere is this in 1720 established Gasthaus. It is located at the lowest part of the town and also serves a good selection of food. Bullerberg is especially suitable for large groups or seminars as it can seat up to 800 people in various function rooms.
*A unique Gasthaus and restaurant built in a disused swimming pool with room for 150 guests inside and 70 outside. A comprehensive food menu is available to guests also -
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Budget
This 3 star hotel is situated 1.5 kilometres from the town centre. It offers spacious modern rooms, a WI FI hot spot and a restaurant.
*A simple hotel offering accommodation only from 38 euro per single room and 61 euro for a double.all rooms have TV, Pets are welcome, and a breakfast buffet is provided.
*Rooms here start at 19 euro for a single and 38 euro for a double. This is basic accommodation for the traveler on a limited budget
*Double rooms only available for 48 euro. Simple food is also available at the bar.
*Single rooms from 35 euro, double rooms 50 euro - all rooms with TV, plenty of free parking available.
*Single rooms 18 euro ,double rooms 47 euro. free parking and internet. -
Mid-range
Situated in the Old Town, this charming little hotel has 12 double and 10 single rooms together with a restaurant and beergarden. Rooms are very affordable with a weekend (fri- Sun) offer starting at 99 Euros, and special Biker holiday rates.
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Splurge
This beautiful historic building boasts a 4 star Hotel which has a large wellness centre and is also suitable for functions or conferences.It has an excellent international reputation and comes highly recommended. The luxurious dining room serves a full German and international menu and single rooms start at 74 Euros
*With rooms starting at 88 Euros, this 4 star hotel was renovated completely in 1992/3 and boasts of architecture and decoration in "English style". It also has beautiful gardens and a large restaurant which caters for all tastes
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filter_dramaContactFor wifi and internet please visit Harzer Kaffeehaus Löper, Trillgasse 2, 38820 Halberstadt.
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*[wiki=d5554d53c1f8499007726a744df4bc6b]Braunlage[/wiki] is a health resort and one of the centres for winter activities in Harz.
*[wiki=f1ea98282c878579d86d8a656f0c1c93]Goslar[/wiki] has a large collection of pretty houses with interesting wood carvings, and a silver mine to explore.
*[wiki=e324c365a5c53b09a7dff53536e27508]Quedlinburg[/wiki] charming mediaeval city in the Harz mountains with elaborately restored half-timbered houses
*[wiki=4491b3ff30fa16a82fd17c7dc2aa351e]Schierke[/wiki] is a popular place to start or finish a walk to the Brocken mountain via the Goetheweg or the Glashüttenweg.
*[wiki=581bc0fb8521c081075b4b7658737336]Stolberg[/wiki] is an ex-mining community with buildings going back to the 8th century
*[wiki=9c7dc407ebbb6331cb415c388b00ee86]Thale[/wiki] is a little town at the foot of the beautiful Bode River Gorge; take the gondola to the Pagan sites on the mountain top.
*[wiki=e1d73a013c55de0ebff0e36b7c07ee77]Wernigerode[/wiki] in the Harz foothills' has half-timbered houses, a castle, and a steam-powered narrow-gauge railroad that will take you to the Brocken