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The cathedral at Magdeburg, Germany.
The Brocken is the highest point of the Harz mountains, reaching an elevation of 3,747 feet (1,142 metres).123
Located within the Harz National Park in Germany, this granite-strewn dome is famous for its role in folklore and literature, including a prominent scene in J.W. von Goethe’s drama Faust. The peak is also known for the Brocken bow—an optical effect where magnified silhouettes are cast onto low-lying clouds or fog—and for its historical association with Walpurgis Night traditions. A mountain railway provides access to the summit, which offers expansive views of the surrounding landscape.13