Wartburg, Medieval castle in Eisenach, Germany
The stone fortress stands at 393 meters elevation on a hill above Eisenach, featuring Romanesque architecture with grand halls and fortified walls.
The castle, established in 1067 by Louis the Springer, served as a refuge for Martin Luther while he translated the New Testament into German.
The great halls of Wartburg hosted medieval poets and musicians, including Walther von der Vogelweide and Wolfram von Eschenbach during the 13th century.
Guided tours operate daily through the castle chambers, though visitors should note that certain areas remain inaccessible to wheelchair users.
Protestant German students gathered at Wartburg in 1817 for a festival that led to significant political changes in conservative German states.
Location: Eisenach
Inception: 1067
Founders: Louis the Springer
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
Elevation above the sea: 393 m
Address: Auf der Wartburg 1, 99817 Eisenach 99817
Phone: +4936912500
Website: https://wartburg.de/de
GPS coordinates: 50.96590,10.30631
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:47
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