Schloss Leitzkau, Romanesque castle in Leitzkau, Germany
Schloss Leitzkau is a castle and former monastery complex in Gommern, Saxony-Anhalt, combining a Romanesque basilica with buildings in the Weser Renaissance style. The structures are arranged around a courtyard where the different construction phases are clearly visible side by side.
In the 12th century, Premonstratensian canons founded a monastery on this site, which served as a religious center for several centuries. In 1564, Hilmar von Munchhausen converted the monastery into a castle, adding new buildings in the Weser Renaissance style.
Schloss Leitzkau is home to the Cultural Foundation of Saxony-Anhalt, which uses the rooms for exhibitions and regional arts programs. Walking through the building, visitors encounter displays that reflect the history and artistic traditions of the surrounding area.
The courtyard and the former basilica are open during regular hours and can be visited at your own pace without prior booking. For a more detailed explanation of the different parts of the complex, joining a guided tour organized by the local support group is a good option.
Every September, the castle grounds host a pottery market where craftspeople from across the region gather to show and sell their work. On the first Sunday of Advent, the same space becomes a winter market, giving the site a completely different feel from its daytime appearance.
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