Stadt Quedlinburg

Quedlinburg is a medieval town in the Harz district, Saxony-Anhalt, which impresses with its outstanding cultural and architectural heritage. Known as a World Heritage Site, Quedlinburg was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1994 and impresses with over 2,100 half-timbered houses from eight centuries as well as important historical buildings such as the Romanesque St. Servatius Collegiate Church, the Schlossberg and the Renaissance Town Hall. The city was once the seat of the Saxon-Ottonian ruling dynasty, an important royal palace and a member of the Hanseatic League, which underlines its historical importance as a center of politics, religion and trade in the Middle Ages[1][2][3][4].

Quedlinburg sees itself today as a lively city that combines history and culture with contemporary life. In addition to preserving its architectural and artistic treasures such as the cathedral treasure and the Romanesque churches, the city is a cultural center with numerous museums and galleries, including the Lyonel-Feininger-Galerie and the Klopstockmuseum. Traditional events such as the historical plays and the medieval festival take place every year, bringing the city's great past to life and attracting visitors from all over the world[4].

Quedlinburg's mission is to preserve its unique World Heritage-worthy cityscape and cultural heritage while fostering a modern, vibrant community. The city values the protection and sustainable maintenance of its historical buildings and the natural environment on the northern edge of the Harz Mountains. Sustainability initiatives focus on preserving listed buildings through careful restoration and promoting responsible tourism that preserves cultural value while minimizing ecological footprints.