The best walks and hikes in Stendal

The Tangermünde city wall is a significant historical structure in the town of Tangermünde and dates predominantly from the Middle Ages. It was built in the 13th and 14th centuries and served to protect the prosperous Hanseatic city from attackers. Large parts of the brick wall have been preserved to this day and give a good impression of the former fortification. The city wall was originally interspersed with several towers and gates, some of which – like the well-known Neustädter Tor – still exist today. Typical of the structure is North German Brick Gothic, which strongly shapes the cityscape. Today, the Tangermünde city wall is a popular destination for visitors and an important testament to medieval urban architecture in Saxony-Anhalt.

Beautiful view of the old town on the flood meadows between Tanger and Elbe.

Only a few buildings remain of the castle in Tangermünde, first mentioned in 1009. Where the main castle once stood, a building was erected around 1700 on the massive foundation walls, which today houses a hotel. The keep, built in the 14th century, is called the Kapitelturm (Chapter Tower) as it once served as a grain silo for the Berlin Cathedral Chapter. It towers 50 meters high and has six floors. Today it is used as a viewing tower and offers a wide view over Tangermünde and the surrounding area. The prison tower of the former castle was built around 1480. It served for the additional security of the complex. It was not until the 18th century that it was actually used for holding prisoners. The tower received its conical roof in 1912. The Alte Kanzlei (Old Chancellery) is also one of the surviving buildings of the castle. Events are held today in the building dating from the 14th century. In the 17th century, there was a writing office here. Source: https://www.eurob.org/item/tangermuende_burg/

The Marktstraße leads on to the Putinnen. These are two towers, standing about 30 meters apart on the city wall. They protect a small staircase that serves as access to the river. The people of Tangermünde frequently relied on the water of the Tanger. For instance, in the 18th century, the city had only 12 wells, which could sometimes barely supply the necessary drinking water. The eastern tower served as a citizens' jail for a time. The already mentioned staircase leads through the western tower. Both towers were built around 1470. Source: https://www.portalsaeule.de/index.php?cat=Mauern%2C%20Tore%20und%20T%C3%BCrme%2FStadtbefestigungen%20in%20Deutschland&page=Tangerm%C3%BCnde_2

In 1941, Elblagerhaus GmbH had a grain silo with a capacity of 10,000 tons built at the harbor to store grain, legumes, and oilseeds. Even today, the facility is a widely visible, attractive ensemble.

Tangermünde is a true gem on the Elbe Cycle Path: a beautiful old town, lots of brick Gothic architecture, and views of the Elbe. The route is flat, well-maintained, and ideal for relaxed cycling right along the river. Perfect for a break with a café stop and a stroll through the historic streets. 🚴‍♂️

Next to the Lidl supermarket at the lake is a skate park with ramps, basketball and volleyball courts, as well as table tennis tables.

Opposite St. Mary's Church is Winckelmannplatz. Under mighty trees stands the monument to Johann Joachim Winckelmann. It was erected in 1859 for the city's famous son. He is the founder of Classical Archaeology and Art History. The son of a poor shoemaker, Winckelmann was born in Stendal on December 9, 1717. He died on June 8, 1768, in Trieste, assassinated. Further information about his life and work can be found at the Winckelmann Museum. https://www.world-qr.com/inhalte/new/qr-fuehrer/de/sachsen_anhalt/stendal/ortsfuehrer/stadtfuehrer_stendal/stendal_winckelmannplatz?lat=0&lng=0