Wernigerode Castle, Germany

Wernigerode is a town located in the Harz mountains in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany. Its lovely old town has winding cobbled streets and lots of fun touristy stores celebrating the local Hexen (witches) and serving Currywurst (delicious).  

 On a hill above the town is a castle (Schloss), one of the many we saw on our trip through east Germany. The present-day building was rebuilt many times in different styles, and was finished in the late 19th century.

as we climbed up the hill to the Schloss, I noticed the maple leaves look different than the ones at home in Canada.

At the top in the castle grounds, a walkway with lawns, fountains, and flowers overlooks a sheer drop and the town below.

the magificent flower beds

a tower framed by a walkway of metal arches supporting roses.  I want one of those!

This corner was constantly monopolized by other tourists, but Wayne was determined to wait them out and get his turn to check out the view.

The many tiers leading up to the castle held gems like this:  a private garden filled with flowers and fountains and secret hiding places.

 

Inside the castle's chapel were tall stained glass windows.