Landesschule Pforta

Landesschule Pforta is a boarding school in Naumburg housing students aged 14 to 18 across several residential buildings. The campus includes classrooms, libraries, and sports facilities that support both academic work and daily communal life.

The site was originally a Cistercian monastery and was transformed into an educational institution in 1543. This conversion into an elite school established the foundation for training students in academic and social leadership.

The name derives from a Latin word referring to a gate or passage connected to the former monastery. Students from across regions gather to study and live together, creating a meeting place where different backgrounds shape daily interactions.

The school accepts students from across Germany and welcomes some international applications. The campus is open for tours during designated times, allowing visitors to explore the historic grounds and understand daily school operations.

Teachers live in the same residential buildings as their students and take evening supervision duties, creating a close link between classroom teaching and residential care. This integrated model of guidance sets the school apart from many other boarding institutions.

Location: Naumburg

Inception: 1543

Website: http://landesschule-pforta.de/index.php?a=en

GPS coordinates: 51.14233,11.75179

Latest update: December 7, 2025 09:26