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Ballenstedt is a town in the Harz district, in the German state of Saxony-Anhalt . Geography. It is situated at the northern rim of the Harz mountain range, about 10 km (6 mi) southeast of Quedlinburg. The municipal area comprises the villages of Asmusstedt, Badeborn, Opperode, Radisleben, and Rieder.
Esico of Ballenstedt (died around 1060) [1] is the progenitor of the House of Ascania, (i.e., the oldest known member of his dynasty). Esico was the count of Ballenstedt (r. 1036-1060), and his possessions became the nucleus of the later Principality of Anhalt .
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Ballenstedt - the cradle of Anhalt and town of "Albert the Bear" - is a jewel on the northern edge of the Harz with a significant history. The castle complex with church, tower and the tomb of "Albert the Bear" as well as various exhibitions, such as "The early Askanier" are main attractions in Ballenstedt.
- Schlossplatz 3, Ballenstedt, 06493, Harz
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Adelaide of Weimar-Orlamünde. Otto, Count of Ballenstedt, called Otto the Rich ( c. 1070 – 9 February 1123), was the first Ascanian prince to call himself count of Anhalt, and was also briefly named duke of Saxony. He was the father of Albert the Bear, [1] who later conquered Brandenburg from the Slavs and called himself its first margrave.
The historic residential and cultural town of Ballenstedt is located in the Harz district and is home to around 9,000 inhabitants in an area of around 45 square kilometres, making it a quiet yet lively place that is known in many places for its impressive castle.
Uta was a duchess who lived in Ballenstedt a thousand years ago, and was the “model” for Disney’s evil queen from Snow White. Uta of Ballenstedt (then Uta of Naumberg) wasn’t evil, I assure you. She was a great benefactor to the church, leaving her entire estate to them after dying childless in 1046. The money she left went on to build ...
High above the town of Ballenstedt sits the baroque residential palace on the "Romanesque Road" in Saxony-Anhalt. Ballenstedt Castle is the town's landmark. The authentically restored ensemble is a tourist highlight in the Harz Mountains and consists of the following buildings:
