Burg und Schloss Allstedt

Burg und Schloss Allstedt is a fortified complex in Saxony-Anhalt with heavy defensive walls and arrow slits built into the fortification system. The site displays the typical layout of medieval strongholds with its stone exterior walls and interior buildings arranged around a central area.

From 935 to 1200 it served as a royal palace where German kings and emperors carried out administrative duties and held their court. After this period it evolved into a castle with a different purpose and role.

Thomas Müntzer preached here in 1524, delivering a sermon that shaped the Reformation movement and remains a turning point in religious history. The place became tied to how people think about religious change and the roots of Protestantism.

The site is currently undergoing renovation and remains closed until summer 2025. Check the current status before planning your visit, as construction work may extend beyond initial estimates.

The late Gothic castle kitchen contains one of the largest medieval chimneys found in European fortress architecture. This impressive chimney demonstrates the craftsmanship and planning that went into such functional structures.