Meissen Albrechtsburg Castle Museum, Gothic castle museum in Meissen, Germany.
Albrechtsburg Castle rises above the Elbe valley with massive stone walls, high towers, and Gothic elements throughout its structure. Inside, large spiral staircases connect multiple levels and lead through rooms with ornate vaulting and stonework.
Construction began in 1471 under master builder Arnold of Westphalia, making it the first princely residence on German territory. Later it became home to the porcelain manufactory founded in 1710, which made Meissen famous worldwide.
The castle served as the residence of Wettin rulers and shaped the region's identity as a center of power and culture. Visitors can still see the grand rooms where important decisions were once made.
The castle has pathways with varying heights and some areas are only accessible by stairs, so wear comfortable shoes. Digital guides with augmented reality features help you navigate the rooms and show how interiors looked in earlier times.
The castle was one of the first places in Europe where porcelain was made, turning a small town into a globally known center for this art form. The rooms where this invention took place can still be explored today with original tools and kilns on display.
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