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Wartburg Castle
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Reduced-rate admissionFor almost one thousand years, the fortress that towers over Eisenach has been a strong fortification and magnificent residence. When visitors enter Wartburg Castle, a 900-year old history book opens up before their eyes - the courtly art of the Middle Ages, the life and work of Saint Elisabeth, Martin Luther’s translation of the New Testament, the festival of German fraternities and Wagner’s romantic opera “Tannhäuser”. All this gives Wartburg Castle its very special attraction. It is not only the epitome of a fortress but also a witness to German history and has been an UNESCO World Heritage site since 1999.
Opening hours
| Monday: | 08:30 - 17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday: | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday: | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Thursday: | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Friday: | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Saturday: | 08:30 - 17:00 |
| Sunday: | 08:30 - 17:00 |
Nov - March: 9 a.m. - 3.30 p.m. (guided tours)
Fortress gates close: 8 p.m. from April - Oct.; 5 p.m. from Nov. - March
Guided tours, museum and Luther room, concerts in Grand Hall, historic Christmas market
Detailed information
- Historism
- Romanesque
Services
- Guided tour without appointment
- Café
- Snack bar
- Restaurant
- Language: German, English, French, Italian, Spanish
- Parking for coach: 22
- Parking for car: 200
- For children and families: Donkey rides for children from April to October, depending on weather
Accessibility
There are parking facilities below the fortress. The path to the fortress is about 500 metres long and only accessible on foot. Visitors with limited mobility can use the shuttle service from the car park. A wheelchair-friendly van is available. The site is difficult for wheelchair users because of cobbles.
Public disabled toilet at the hotel and near car park. Special guided tours are available for the blind and visually impaired by prior appointment.
