Ringheiligtum Pömmelte: Germany's Woodhenge
Discover Germany's Stonehenge: Explore a fascinating prehistoric henge monument and ritual center near Magdeburg.
Explore the Ringheiligtum Pömmelte, a fascinating reconstructed henge monument dating back to the Neolithic and early Bronze Age. Often called the 'German Stonehenge', this circular earthwork offers insights into the rituals and life of prehistoric cultures in the region.
A brief summary to Ringheiligtum Pömmelte
- L51, Pömmelte, 39249, DE
- +4934716841326
- Visit website
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Visit early in the morning for a more peaceful experience and fewer crowds.
- Check the schedule for guided tours, offered in multiple languages, to enhance your understanding of the site.
- Combine your visit with a trip to the Salzlandmuseum in Schönebeck to see original artifacts from the Ringheiligtum.
- Take advantage of the free parking available directly at the site.
Getting There
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Car
If driving, use a GPS and enter the address: L51, 39249 Pömmelte. Free parking is available near the site. The Ringheiligtum Pömmelte is well-signposted once you are in the Pömmelte area.
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Public Transport
To arrive via public transport, take a train to Magdeburg. From Magdeburg, take a regional train to Schönebeck (Elbe). From Schönebeck, take bus number 70 or 72 towards Pömmelte and get off at the 'Pömmelte, Ringheiligtum' stop. The site is a short walk from the bus stop. Single bus, tram, or metro trips usually cost between €1 and €2. Alternatively, a monthly travel card costs around €80 to €90.
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