Schloss Moritzburg

Schloss Moritzburg is a Baroque palace in Zeitz with four wings standing on an elevated foundation and a tower at each corner. The façade displays elaborate details and ornamental decorations that make the structure stand out visually.

The palace emerged in the 17th century when architect Johann Moritz Richter transformed a bishop's fortress into a grand Baroque structure. This transformation made it a symbol of prince-bishop authority and Baroque style in the region.

The palace displays rooms and furnishings that once belonged to prince-bishops and their visitors. You can see how residents lived and conducted their daily affairs by walking through the chambers.

The palace is open year-round, and visitors can explore the interior rooms and gardens during guided tours. It helps to check ahead whether any specific days have special closures or restrictions.

The palace blends religious and secular architectural elements in its rooms and design, as it originally served as a prince-bishop's seat. This mix of spiritual and secular purpose is visible in every room through the decoration and layout choices.

Location: Zeitz

Location: Saxony-Anhalt

Architects: Johann Moritz Richter

Address: Schloßstraße 6, 06712 Zeitz

Website: http://zeitz.de/de/schloss_moritzburg1.html

GPS coordinates: 51.05220,12.12640

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:41