Castle church with theses door
The Wittenberg Castle Church is probably the most famous and popular attraction in the old town of Wittenberg. The world-famous Theses Door, now a popular photo spot, is no longer the original door on which Luther probably nailed his 95 theses. The door that now stands on this site is cast in bronze and has Luther's theses on it. The castle tower, visible from a great distance, is framed by a line from one of Luther's hymns, "A Mighty Fortress is Our God." The tower originally belonged to Wittenberg Castle along with a second tower that had been removed. Since 1996, the castle church has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The nave
The interior of the church is also impressive to look at. Martin Luther and Philipp Melanchthon both found their final resting place here, and guests can visit their graves. In addition, larger-than-life statues of nine key figures of the Reformation adorn the church's pilasters.
The Castle Church continues to be actively used for worship services, during which time the interior of the church is open only to participants of the service. Outside of church services, the church is open to all visitors.
The castle
The renovated castle, to which the castle church once belonged, is now available to visitors as a meeting and information center. Until the renovation, which was completed in 2016, the castle has gone through some exciting times. Numerous rebuilds, fire, war and conversions have shaped the appearance of the castle, including the castle church.
The permanent exhibition in the castle houses the Christian Art Foundation's graphic collections, as well as changing special exhibitions on religious themes. By the way, if you climb the castle tower, you will have a unique view over Wittenberg and the surrounding nature parks.
Opening hours
Castle Church
November - Good Friday
Monday-Saturday: 10.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m., Sunday: 11.30 a.m. - 4.00 p.m.
Holy Saturday - October
Monday-Saturday: 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m., Sunday: 11.30 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
Castle Tower
November - Good Friday
Monday-Saturday: 10.00 a.m. - 3.00 p.m., Sunday: 11.30 a.m. - 3.00 p.m.
Holy Saturday - October
Monday-Saturday: 10.00 a.m. - 4.00 p.m., Sunday: 11.30 a.m. - 4.00 p.m.
Short-term changes are possible at any time due to events.
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The castle church charges an entrance fee for tourist visits. This does not apply to religious services, official church acts or cultural events.
Adults: 3,00 € Reduced*: 1,00 €
Children and pupils under 18 years: free
*Students up to 27 years of age, severely disabled persons (with B ID also accompanying person reduced)
Combitickets
- Castle Church & Christian Art Foundation: Price: 6,00 € per person / 3,00 € (reduced)
- Castle Church & City Church of St. Mary: Price: 5,00 € per person / 2,00 € (reduced)
The castle church as well as the castle Wittenberg are barrier-free.
Church services are held every Sunday at 10:00 am. For children there is a children's service during the sermon. On every 1st Sunday of the month the service is celebrated as a communion service with wine and on every 3rd Sunday with grape juice.
From May to October every Thursday at 12 noon. Admission is free of charge.
Between May and the end of October, international pastors hold English-language services in the Castle Church, City Church and Chapel, attracting people from all over the world. The pastors come from the USA, Canada and Australia and give tourists from all over the world the opportunity to pursue their faith in the birthplace of the Reformation.
The pastors support the Tourist Information staff in advising English-speaking guests and always have an open ear for anyone who wants to talk about faith, life or problems.
More information directly on the homepage of the Wittenberg English Ministry.
Prices:
Adults € 3.00, reduced € 2.00 (pupils, students, severely disabled).
Children up to 3 years of age can enter the tower free of charge and must be carried in the arms to pass. You can get the coins for the tower tour at the visitor center of the castle church or from us at the tourist information at the castle square.
