What is so fascinating between the Harz Mountains and the Middle Elbe that emperors, giants, and even the devil himself have not shied away from the journey there? What sets this region apart from others? It is the mysteries of its landscapes, the thousand-year-old cities, artistic parks, and mighty castles, as well as the magic of the ridges and valleys. Enigmatic stone formations, silver mines, caves, cathedrals, and castle gardens line the way. The author and photographer Peter Traub explores these wonders and encounters evidence of the ancient connection between humanity and nature.