Harz Mountains
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views updated Jun 08 2018Harz Mountains a range of mountains in central
Germany, the highest of which is the
Brocken. The region is the source of many legends about witchcraft and sorcery.
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Harz Mountains
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views updated Jun 27 2018Harz Mountains Mountain range in central
Germany, extending 96km (60mi) between the Weser and Elbe rivers. The highest peak is the
Brocken, at 1142m (3747ft).
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