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Town in Hesse, Germany
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Witzenhausen is a little town on the lower Werra river in North Hesse. It is widely known for its extended cherry gardens which surround the town and will give you a favourable view when visiting Witzenhausen during the blossom of cherries. Despite its small size, this town includes several smaller villages which are quite picturesque and worth a visit by bicycle or foot.
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Greenhouse for domesticated tropical plants.
Climb up the tower for a nice view over Witzenhausen.
The museum displays objects from everyday life in agriculture and the home. The exhibits come from Africa, South America and Oceania.
Tree house accommodation.
The easiest way of getting to Witzenhausen is by taking a regional train either from Kassel or Göttingen.
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