University of Wittenberg, Cultural heritage university in Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Germany
The University of Wittenberg features historic buildings with Renaissance architecture spread across multiple locations in the city center.
Frederick III established this educational institution in 1502, which later became the intellectual center of the Protestant Reformation through Martin Luther's teachings.
The university halls contain extensive collections of theological manuscripts and reformation documents that demonstrate the evolution of Protestant thought.
Current university facilities include research centers, lecture halls, and student accommodation within restored 16th-century buildings near the main square.
The institution operates under the name Leucorea, derived from the Greek translation of Wittenberg, meaning 'White Mountain' in reference to local geography.
Location: Lutherstadt Wittenberg
Inception: October 18, 1502
Founders: Frederick III
Part of: Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg
Website: http://leucorea.de
GPS coordinates: 51.86508,12.65003
Latest update: May 15, 2025 14:54
Lutherhaus Wittenberg
254 m
Melanchthonhaus
68 m
Luther Memorials in Eisleben and Wittenberg
193 m
Lutherdenkmal
479 m
Luthereiche (Wittenberg/Elbe)
405 m
Rathaus Wittenberg
483 m
Museum der städtischen Sammlungen im Zeughaus
582 m
Luther 1517 - Wittenberg 360 °
293 m
Kirche unbefleckte Empfängnis
518 m
Hamlethaus
291 m
Casa della storia Lutherstadt Wittenberg
600 m
Hauptpost Wittenberg
206 m
Marktbrunnen
505 m
Stadthaus Wittenberg
634 m
Futurea
527 m
Fronleichnamskapelle
372 m
Artilleriewagenhalle Nr. 3
353 m
Bürgermeisterstraße 16
487 m
Töpferstraße 2
453 m
Bürgermeisterstraße 4
410 m
Haus am Schwanenteich
434 m
Neustraße 1
198 m
Juristenstraße 1
565 m
Bürgermeisterstraße 3
466 m
Neustraße 2
204 m
Mauerstraße 7
366 m
Neustraße 18
200 m
Katharina von Bora statue
198 mReviews
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