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www.lutherstadt-wittenberg.de Public Tours Meeting point: 10:00 am 11:00 am 2:00 pm 2:00 pm 7:00 pm Visit to State External tour Tourist Information Luther House Luther House Luther House Exhibition without Lutherstadt Wittenberg Tour Tour Tour in the interior visit Augusteum Length: 2 hours 1.5 hours Easter Every 4 days May Mon – Fri Sat, Sun, PH* June Mon – Fri Sat, Sun, PH* only Sat July Mon – Fri Event Tours Sat, Sun, PH* only Sat August Mon – Fri Sat, Sun, PH* only Sat Meeting Price per Meeting Price per Date Time Tour Date Time Tour September Mon – Fri point person point person Sat, Sun, PH* only Sat Night-Time Old Town Train Trip 24.01.15 6:00 pm Eroticism at Nightfall TI * ¹ € 45 25.07.15 9:00 pm TI * 2 € 10/Ci. € 6 October Mon – Fri incl. drink Sat, Sun, PH* only Sat 14.02.15 6:00 pm Eroticism at Nightfall TI * ¹ € 45 08.08.15 9:00 pm Wittenberg Night-Time Stories TI * € 10/Ci. € 6 Nov. – April (excluding Easter) groups of 5 or more (no discounts) on request Price Adults € 9.00 € 9.00 € 9.00 € 9.00 6,00 € Melanchthon Tour on the occa- 22.08.15 9:00 pm Wittenberg Night-Time Stories TI * € 10/Ci. € 6 16.02.15 7:00 pm sion of the birthday of Philipp TI * € 5 Discounted** € 6.00 € 6.00 € 6.00 € 6.00 € 4.00 Melanchthon 12.09.15 9:00 pm Wittenberg Night-Time Stories TI * € 10/Ci. € 6 *) PH = Public holiday; **) Children up to 15 and the disabled, children up to 6 are free of charge. From 26.06-01.11.2015 only Saturdays (the tour on Saturday at 2:00 pm including Luther House 07.03.15 6:00 pm Eroticism at Nightfall TI * ¹ € 45 Bike tour on the topic of “Artisan- does not take place) Restrictions: Wittenberg Radsporttage (Cycle Sports Days): 02.05.15 as well as 2 13.09.15 3:00 pm ship, Technology and Industry in TI * € 6 Luther’s Wedding: 12-14.06.15 28.03.15 7:00 pm Theatre Dinner Brauhaus ¹ € 45 Wittenberg”

04.04.15 9:00 pm Wittenberg Night-Time Stories TI * € 10/Ci. € 6 19.09.15 7:00 pm Eating with the Cranachs Brauhaus ¹ € 45

05.04.15 6:00 pm Eroticism at Nightfall TI * ¹ € 45 26.09.15 9:00 pm Wittenberg Night-Time Stories TI * € 10/Ci. € 6

Children’s Tour including 2 Melanchthon Tour to mark the 02.10.15 7:00 pm TI * € 6 19.04.15 11:15 am TI * € 5 lantern procession birthday of Philipp Melanchthon 03.10.15 9:00 pm Wittenberg Night-Time Stories TI * € 10/Ci. € 6 For event tours, please ask us about individual 25.04.15 9:00 pm Wittenberg Night-Time Stories TI * € 10/Ci. € 6 10.10.15 7:00 pm Eating with the Cranachs Ghost Tour Brauhaus ¹ € 45 dates and themes as well as the current, free Night-Time Old Town Train Trip 09.05.15 9:00 pm TI * 2 € 10/Ci. € 6 guided city tour brochure with further incl. drink 17.10.15 9:00 pm Wittenberg Night-Time Stories TI * € 10/Ci. € 6 programs and themes or find 16.05.15 9:00 pm Wittenberg Night-Time Stories TI * € 10/Ci. € 6 24.10.15 6:00 pm Eroticism at Nightfall TI * ¹ € 45 out more on our website at 23.05.15 9:00 pm Wittenberg Night-Time Stories TI * € 10/Ci. € 6 30.10.15 4:30 pm Children’s Ghost Tour Lutherhaus € 6 www.lutherstadt-wittenberg.de. 30.10.15 9:00 pm Ghost Tour TI * 2 € 10/Ci. € 6 06.06.15 9:00 pm Wittenberg Night-Time Stories TI * € 10/Ci. € 6 07.11.15 7:00 pm Theatre Dinner Brauhaus € 45 Night-Time Old Town Train Trip ¹ 20.06.15 9:00 pm TI * 2 € 10/Ci. € 6 incl. drink 21.11.15 6:00 pm Eroticism at Nightfall TI * ¹ € 45 Tourist-Information Lutherstadt Wittenberg Stadtführungen 2015 27.06.15 7:00 pm Eating with the Cranachs Brauhaus ¹ € 45 05.12.15 7:00 pm Theatre Dinner Brauhaus ¹ € 45 City Tours 2015 www.lutherstadt-wittenberg.de 27.06.15 9:00 pm On the go with Lucas Cranach TI * € 10/Ci. € 6 06.12.15 4:30 pm Advent Tour TI * € 6/Ci. € 4

11.07.15 9:00 pm Wittenberg Night-Time Stories TI * € 10/Ci. € 6 12.12.15 6:00 pm Eroticism at Nightfall TI * ¹ € 45

*) TI: Tourist-Information Lutherstadt Wittenberg · ¹) Registration required Minimum no. of participants: 20 people · Subject to errors and changes without notice. ²) Registration required, limited no. of participants Table of Contents 3 Anniversary of the Reformation 2017 4 Reformation – Visual Arts and the Bible 2015 5 – 6 Holiday Arrangements 7 – 10 Sight-Seeing, Cultural 11 – 12 Events 2015 13 – 16 Guided Tours 17 City Map 18 Lutherstadt Eisleben 19 – 20 Gastronomy in Lutherstadt Wittenberg and surrounding region 21 – 24 Excursions from Lutherstadt Wittenberg 25 Lutherstadt Wittenberg and the Elbe 26 International guests 27 – 28 Daytrips 29 Händelstadt Halle (Saale) 30 Luther Memorials 31 – 32 Hits for Kids and Families 33 – 36 Lutherstadt Wittenberg A–Z 37 Map 38 How to find us/Tourist Information Lutherstadt Wittenberg Welcome to the WORLD CULTURE EXPERIENCE People from all over the world come to Wittenberg With the countdown to the 500-year anniversary Those who think the “Lutherstadt Wittenberg” ex- Lutherstadt to follow the footsteps of the great reformer, Dr of the Ninety-Five Theses – the “LutherDecade” perience is a thing of the past do not know about Wittenberg Martin Luther, and to be inspired by the spirit of that will continue until 2017 – all eyes in the Chris- all that is on offer in both Wittenberg itself and also the Reformation, which can be felt all around the tian world but also in the worlds of art, culture in the region between Berlin and Leipzig, the “Gar- historic city centre of the famous Lutherstadt on and history are on Wittenberg. Every year there is den Kingdom”, that will fill more than one stay with the Elbe. Come to the Lutherstadt Wittenberg to an explosion of top-class events, such as art exhi- unforgettable holiday experiences. be moved, inspired and awed. bitions, musical performances, symposia, historic Some visitors take a bike tour through the Luther- celebrations and festivals that are without com- Come to Wittenberg and immerse yourself in a stadt Wittenberg on one of Europe’s largest bike pare. Four UNESCO World Heritage sites alone, unique cornucopia of “World – Culture – Experi- routes; other guests make the pilgrimage to Wit- the world’s largest museum for the history of the ence” in this famous place and the Luther-Bau- tenberg by feet via the Camino de Santiago (Way Reformation and the unique surrounding natural haus-Garden Kingdom region. of St. James) or the Way of Luther (Lutherweg). and cultural “Middle Elbe” landscape, home to Wittenberg was once the starting point for the even more UNESCO Cultural and Natural Heritage transformation of the world, now the world meets sites, make it clear why Wittenberg is a true centre in Wittenberg! of world culture.

Anniversary of the Reformation 2017

Anniversary merable festive church services, one of the largest The LutherDecade denotes the ten years leading of the Reformation 2017 meetings of confirmands in Germany, theatre per- up to the 500-year anniversary of the nailing of the formances, lectures, disputations and glorious con- 95 Theses, which will be celebrated in 2017 all over 500 Years of Reformation certs during the Renaissance Music Festival. both Germany and the world as the anniversary of the Reformation. The Lutherstadt Wittenberg will On the 31st of October 1517, Martin Luther nailed be a central venue during this anniversary, as it was his 95 Theses against the selling of indulgences on Tip: Visit the Lutherstadt Wittenberg during here that Martin Luther lived and worked, where he the door of Wittenberg’s All Saints’ Castle Church, the Reformation Festival and enjoy the unique nailed his Theses to the church door and where he is and thus both transformed the clerical world and religious, historic, artistic and musical expe- buried. Today it is also home to the largest museum launched a world-wide “Reformation” in politics, riences that this day brings. Because many for the history of the Reformation. economics, academia, theology, art and culture as thousands visit the city during this festival, well as in the fabric of society, which continues to we recommend that you book your accom- Every year during the LutherDecade, one facet of leave its mark even today. modation and itinerary early. Tourist-Informa- the Reformation is emphasised, which is then cel- Since then, the Lutherstadt Wittenberg has been tion Lutherstadt Wittenberg – straight across ebrated in the Lutherstadt Wittenberg in a range of celebrating the 31st of October as the beginning of from the famous “Theses Door” – is happy to events, exhibitions and congresses as well as musi- the Reformation with one of the largest and most help you plan your holiday at any time. cally and artistically. beautiful festivals in Central Germany, the Refor- mation Festival, with an historic market, with innu-

3 +49 (0)3491 49 86 10 · www.lutherstadt-wittenberg.de tions, contemporary art projects, theatre perfor- 2015 Reformation – THE LUTH ERDECADE UNTI L 2017 VISUAL ARTS AND TH E BIBLE mances, multi-media installations, arts and crafts, audio-walks and youth projects.

To honour the 500th birthday of Lucas Cranach The state exhibition “Lucas Cranach the Younger – the Younger, the LutherDecade theme year “Refor- Discovery of a Master,” taking place from the 26th mation – Visual Arts and the Bible” 2015 is focus- of June until the 1st of November, is dedicated to sing on the visual arts of the Reformation period. the life and work of this Lutherstadt Wittenberg Cranach the Younger made an important contribu- artist, chamberlain, mayor and businessman. At tion to the dissemination of the new faith. He illus- the original sites, you discover the singularity of trated the Reformation and helped create a new this artist, who, in 2015, will step out from behind semantic and visual language. the shadow of his famous father. 2008 Opening2009 of Reformation the LutherDecade2010 Reformation and2011 Confession Reformation and2012 Education Reformation and 2013Freedom Reformation and2014 Music Reformation and2015 Tolerance Reformation and2016 Politics Reformation – Visual2017 Anniversary Arts and and the the one of Bible Worldthe Reformation

Experience Lucas Cranach the Younger’s range and Learn everything there is to know about the topic versatility during the numerous events and exhibi- “Reformation – Visual Arts and the Bible” during tions taking place in the Cranachstadt Wittenberg. one of many themed tours or combine your walk For a whole year, the Lutherstadt Wittenberg is cel- with a guided tour of the state exhibition. ebrating the birthday of Lucas Cranach the Younger in Cranach City. Included in this project are exhibi-

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UNESCO TOUR to the Luther– Wittenberg Discovery Tour Bauhaus–Garden Kingdom region In Luther’s Footsteps

2015 Experience history up close and personal and visit the Enjoy two nights in the Lu- We invite you to discover a region abundant with sce- ther Hotel, right in the heart nic beauty and epoch-making historical significance. original sites of the Reformation. Your audio guide of the historic town centre. This offer enables you to visit three UNESCO World will lead you through the life of Martin Luther, for Learn more about the Luther- Heritage sites, so that you can discover Luther and the example to the Town Church and the All Saints’ Castle stadt during a guided city tour Reformation in Wittenberg in their original settings, Church. Let yourself be inspired! and visit the All Saints’ Castle experience Bauhaus architecture and enjoy the Gar- Church and the famous door onto which Luther den Kingdom with all your senses. • 2 nights including breakfast nailed his Theses. • rental fee for audio guide for individual city exploration • 2 nights including breakfast • 2 nights including breakfast • 1 x short Wittenberg city guidebook per room • 1 x welcome cocktail • 1 x rental fee for audio guide for individual city ex- • 1 x Martin Luther biography book per room • 1 x rustic, 3-course Luther menu ploration • 1 x entry to the Luther House • 1 x seasonal 3-course evening menu • 1 x 2-course menu as lunch or dinner • 1 x guided tour or audio guide • 1 x guidebook for Wittenberg-Dessau-Wörlitz • 1 x visit of the Luther House • 1 x entry to the Luther House • 1 x coffee service at the Hofwirtschaft tavern • 1 x tour through the Bauhaus Dessau • 1 x free use of the sauna

Price: € 165.00 p. p. in DBL, city centre hotel Price: € 75.00 p. p. in DBL, city centre hotel PRICE: € 169.00 p. p. in DBL SGL surcharge € 50.00 SGL surcharge € 24.00 € 222.50 per SGL Price: p. p. in DBL, guesthouse € 134.00 PriCE: € 59.00 p. p. in DBL, guesthouse SGL surcharge € 35.00 SGL surcharge € 35.00

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5 All offers subject to availability. This is only a small selection of the all-inclusive holiday packages on offer. Further offers available at Tourist Information or at www.lutherstadt-wittenberg.de Luther Memorial Franckesche Stiftungen Cranach Memorial, Schlossstr. 1 Torgau, Hartenfels Palace an der Elbe

Luther House World Knowledge around 1700 Cranachstadt Torgau, the nursemaid and Culinary Delights – Finding Francke Wittenberg of the Reformation

In a very personal guided tour, BEST Western In 1505, Lucas Cranach organised just for you, experience Stadtpalais Wittenberg the Elder came to Wit- why they say that “Wittenberg is Take a dreamy feel-good vacation and experience In 1698 in Halle, the foundation stone for a new tenberg as the court the mother and Torgau is the nursemaid of the Refor- some world history while you’re at it. Look forward orphanage was laid – and thus began the Frank- painter for Friedrich the Wise. His talent as a paint- mation”. Come to one of the most beautiful Renaissance to an exciting stay in the Lutherstadt Wittenberg, esche Stiftungen. Today they have grown into a er and businessman enabled him to erect his lavish towns in Germany. Find out what links Luther’s “Käthe” in whose old town stony witnesses such as the All Europe-wide, unique cultural educational cosmos residence in the Schlossstraße within just a few with Torgau and speak with the goldsmith mending her Saints’ Castle Church with its world-famous door or and have been nominated to be listed as a UNESCO years. During the 42 years that Cranach spent in wedding ring. Visit the first national special exhibition the world’s largest museum for the history of the Ref- World Heritage site Wittenberg, the town experienced the largest de- “Luther and the Princes”, which is taking place in Torgau ormation next door are lined up beside one another velopmental leap forward in its history. from May to October to mark the LutherDecade and the like pearls. Experience Wittenberg through the eyes of Cranach! anniversary of the Reformation. • 2 nights including breakfast • 2 nights including a fitness breakfast buffet • 1 x guided tour through the historic old town • 3 nights with breakfast • 1 x 2-hour guided tour through the town • 1 x 3-course menu on the first evening • 1 x dinner in a restaurant in Halle • 1x guided tour “In Cranach’s Footsteps” and the church • 1 x “Luther Feast” on the second evening • 1 x tour through the Franckesche Stiftungen with visit to the “Cranach Höfe” • 1 x visit to the Katharina Luther Parlour • 1 x entry to the UNESCO World Heritage site • 1 x WELCOME CARD Halle with map • 1 x entry to the UNESCO World Heritage site • 1 x visit to the exhibition “Roots and Wings” • 1 x bottle of wine as a memento and information package • 1 x dinner “As in Cranach’s Day“ • 1 x personal talk • Relax at the on-site sauna • 1 x welcome present (per room) • 1 x entry to the Haus der Geschichte museum • 1 x information material • 1 x visit to the first national special exhibition

PrICE: p. p. in DBL Price: p. p. in DBL price: p. p. € 149.00 PriCE: € 159.00 p. p. in DBL € 165.00 from € 36.00 (including church and entry fees) per SGL € 199.00 € 219.00 per SGL € 208.00 per SGL

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+49 (0)3491 49 86 10 · www.lutherstadt-wittenberg.de 6 Sightseeing in the Lutherstadt COe COe COe ES itag ES itag ES itag Wittenberg UN Her UN Her UN Her orld orld orld W W W UNESCO World Heritage Castle Church St. Mary´s Town Church Luther House Schlossplatz, Lutherstadt Wittenberg Kirchplatz 20, Lutherstadt Wittenberg Collegienstr. 54, Lutherstadt Wittenberg The All Saints’ Castle Church was erected on the The St. Mary´s Town and Parish Church is the oldest The Luther House was originally built in the Colle- Wittenberg Pulpit Speeches foundations of the original palace of the Prince building in the city and is today one of Wittenberg’s gienstraße in Wittenberg as an Augustinian mon- From May to October, you can hear of Sachsen. Luther nailed his famous 95 Theses to UNESCO World Heritage sites. The reformer Martin astery in 1504, before it became Martin Luther’s well-known personalities talk during its door. “Our God is a strong castle” – it was these Luther once preached in this church. His pulpit has residence in 1594 and was later used as the home the Sunday services in the Town Chur- lines from the well-known psalm and hymn that been preserved and can be viewed at the Luther of Luther´s family. Today it is the world’s largest ch on topics pertaining to the current Martin Luther hung resplendent in large letters on House where it is currently on loan. His companion, museum dedicated to the history of the Reforma- LutherDecade year. the steeple of this imposing house of God. Today, Johannes Bugenhagen, explained the Reformation tion and is in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Luther’s grave and the last resting place of the re- here. Many testaments to the Reformation can be sites. During a visit to the Luther House, you should former Philipp Melanchthon can be viewed in the found in the St. Mary´s Town Church, such as the make sure to view the original Luther parlour, the church’s interior. The All Saints’ Castle Church is one Reformation Altar, valuable panels by Cranach, the university lectern in the large auditorium, an indul- of Wittenberg’s UNESCO World Heritage sites. artistically decorated baptismal font by Hermann gences chest from the period and Martin Luther’s Vischer the Older, and the magnificent organ and pulpit. 1,000 original exhibits tell the story of the Due to building maintenance, the All Saints’ Castle sacristy. life and work of Luther the reformer, but also of Church can currently only be viewed during a public everyday life with his family and the rich history of guided tour of the building site (January – March only his reception. limitedly): Mo – Fri 10:30 am and 1:30 pm, Sat 10:30 Opening hours am, 1:30 pm, 4:00 pm as well as Sun 1:30 pm, 4:00 pm. Easter – Oktober: Mo – Sat 10:00 am – 6:00 pm Free of charge. Meeting point: Information Centre All Sun 12:00 am – 6:00 pm Opening hours Saints’ Castle Church, Schlossplatz November – Easter: Mo – Sat 10:00 am – 4:00 pm April – Oct: daily 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Sun 12:00 am – 4:00 pm Nov – March: Tues – Sun 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Leucorea 7 +49 (0)3491 49 86 10 · www.lutherstadt-wittenberg.deCollegienstr. 62, Lutherstadt Wittenberg COe ES itag UN Her orld W Markt 4 and Schlossstraße 1 UNESCO World Heritage site Melanchthon Cranach-Höfe Leucorea House • Collegienstr. 60, Lutherstadt Wittenberg Collegienstr. 62, Lutherstadt Wittenberg The Melanchthon House, built in the Renaissance The painter Lucas Cranach the Elder was called ists at work. At “Café 3” or in the “Hofwirtschaft” at The time-honoured Wittenberg University was style, is an architectural gem, considered one of to the Saxon Court in Wittenberg by the Elec- Schlossstraße 1, you can escape the hustle and bustle founded in 1502 and outclassed other universities the most beautiful town houses in the city of Wit- tor of Saxony, Friedrich the Wise, in 1505. For and let the ambience of the place, steeped in history, in Germany of the period. The most important tenberg. This was once the home of the humanist almost half a century he lived here and creat- take its effect on you during a relaxed cup of coffee scholars of the time studied here. Apart from the and reformer Philipp Melanchthon and his family, ed paintings that today are housed in some and a piece of cake. The Cranach Foundation in the Augusteum, the original buildings are no longer until his death. The exhibition “Melanchthon – Life of the greatest museums in the world. He Schlossstraße is home to a youth art school, which standing. After its consolidation with the Universi- – Work – Reception” invites you to get to know painted portraits of electors and reformers, also puts on courses for adults during its Summer ty of Halle, a new campus was built. In 1994, LEU- his family, friends and students. Central works, sketched altarpieces and small cabinet pieces Academy. COREA was founded with the aim of re-establish- manuscripts, drawings and paintings create an of Venus, Eve & co. Cranach’s residences and ing academic life at the site where one of the most Cranach Exhibition: Cranach-Hof, Markt 4 impressive picture of Melanchthon’s work. With workspaces were in the Renaissance buildings renowned universities stood 500 years before. It January – March: daily 10:00 am – 5:00 pm its interactive exhibits, the exhibition is a special Schlossstraße 1 and Markt 4. This is where he now carries out both national and international April – Oct: Tues – Sun 10:00 am – 5:00 pm experience, especially for children and teenagers. also ran a printing press, in which, amongst academic events in Wittenberg. Sundays and public holidays 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm The Melanchthon House has been a UNESCO World other things, Martin Luther’s translation of the Heritage site since 1996. bible appeared. He ran the only pharmacy in May until 25 June 2015 – only partly accessible due to Wittenberg and acquired privileges for serving maintenance. Please enquire about opening hours at Opening hours beer and wine. Today you can see the exhibi- the Cranach Foundation. April – Oct: daily 10:00 am – 6:00 pm tion “Cranach’s World” in the historic Cranach Closed: 24. – 26.12.2015, 31.12.2014 – 06.01.2015 Nov – March: Tues – Sun 10:00 am – 5:00 pm House at Markt 4, which is part of Saxony-An- halt’s State Exhibition in 2015. But it is also Historic printing press: possible to take a look over the shoulder of art- Mo – Fr 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Sat 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

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Museum of Municipal Collections in the Christian Art Foundation Wittenberg Luther Garden Zeughaus Altes Rathaus, Markt 26, Lutherstadt Wittenberg Andreasbreite, Lutherstadt Wittenberg Juristenstr. 16 a, Lutherstadt Wittenberg The Christian Art Foundation Wittenberg was One of the perhaps most beautiful and emblematic From 2015 onwards, the new permanent exhibition founded by the couple Dr Gisela Meister Scheufe- symbols of the connection between the Lutherstadt of items from the Municipal Collections of the Luth- len and Dr Ulrich Scheufelen from Baden Württem- Wittenberg and the rest of the world is the Luther erstadt Wittenberg presents selected crown jewels berg in July 2001. In the exhibition “Christian Mes- Garden. This project, being carried out by the Lu- from the city’s history on the ground floor of the sages from Chagall to Beuys” in the Old Wittenberg theran World Federation, invites churches from all Zeughaus. On display are 18 fabulous exhibits from Town Hall, you will find an extraordinary collection over the world and of all confessions to sponsor

Source: www.fotofliegen.de Source: the Municipal Collections, the focus of which is the of drawings dealing with Christian topics by inter- one of 500 trees in Wittenberg. Each tree is planted large historic model of the town from 1873. For nationally renowned artists of the 20th century. ceremoniously in Wittenberg and later in the home- visitors both great and small, there are tour flyers, Alongside portfolio works by Marc Chagall, Otto town of the respective church and is testimony to with which you can conquer the exhibition on dif- Dix, James Ensor, George Rouault, Max Slevogt and the reconciled differences with which churches live ferent routes. For example, children can wander on the HAP Grieshaber, expressive single works by e.g. amongst each other today. The 500 trees also stand interesting paths through the exhibition and view Max Beckmann, Karl Schmidt-Rottluff, Max Pech- for the impact of Martin Luther’s Reformation on the The Lutherstadt Wittenberg provides the Cranach Painting of Martin Luther and Philipp stein, Erich Heckel, Ernst Barlach, Käthe Kollwitz, world and for the 500-year anniversary of the Refor- a range of cultural highlights, exhibi- Melanchthon or take a look at the fire rocket from Pablo Picasso, Joseph Beuys and Keith Haring are mation in 2017. During a walk through Wittenberg’s tions and museums that you should the Seven Years’ War (1756 – 1763). on display. ramparts, you will already find more than 200 trees make sure to visit during your stay in at different sites. Experience the Luther Garden dur- the Lutherstadt! Opening hours Opening hours ing your next visit to Wittenberg. Tue – Sun 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Tue – Sun 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

9 +49 (0)3491 49 86 10 · www.lutherstadt-wittenberg.de House of history, Pflug e. V. Hundertwasser School Piesteritz Workmen’s Dwellings Building maintenance information Schlossstr. 6, Lutherstadt Wittenberg Schillerstr. 22 a, Lutherstadt Wittenberg Karl-Liebknecht-Platz 20, Lutherstadt Wittenberg Here, an exhibition unique in Germany about every- The Luther-Melanchthon Gynmasium in Witten- The Workmen’s Dwellings were built by the town To mark the anniversary of the Reformation in 2017, day life in the Soviet occupation zone/GDR awaits berg, in dire need of renovations, was modified ac- planner Georg Haberland and the architect Otto the UNESCO World Heritage sites All Saints’ Castle you. You can find out how locals lived during the cording to plans by the famous artist Hundertwas- Rudolf Salvisberg in 1916 with the aim of realising a Church, St. May´s Town Church, the Castle, the Au- post-war period and how the “resettlers” dwelled. ser and completed in 1999. Artists and pupils of the uniform worker’s settlement with a stable structur- gusteum and Arsenalplatz are being restored to The exposition “Wegzeichen – Zeitzeichen. Ger- high school got together to design the interior of al quality. Piesteritz is the first car-free settlement a standard worthy of historic monuments. These mans and Russians in Everyday Central Germany the school in the style of Hundertwasser. Today, the in Germany and was restored to its original state sights are being smartened up and, as a result, can from 1945 to 1992” provides information about a Hundertwasser School captivates with its many for the Expo 2000. currently only be experienced with limitations. You little-known chapter of East German history. colourful surfaces and a planted roof. There is an in- can find out how the building measures are pro- In 2009, the museum was enlarged by a further formation room for tourists, in which you can find gressing and all about the restrictions on our web- permanent exhibition with the title “Luther in the out more about the school in information panels, Piesteritz is home to Germany’s only Agro- site. The team at Tourist Information Lutherstadt GDR”. Here visitors will find answers to questions books and information flyers. You can also find your chemical Park, whose core company, the SKW Wittenberg is also happy to answer any questions about how Evangelical Churches in the GDR and the own Hundertwasser souvenir here and be guided Stickstoffwerke Piesteritz GmbH, is Germa- you might have. GDR state itself dealt with Luther and his legacy in through the school by the pupils themselves. ny’s largest urea and ammonia manufacturer. the mother country of the Reformation. Alongside 30 other companies, this site is home to the world’s largest combined biodiesel plant with oil mill as well as the biomass timber pow- Opening hours er plant of the city of Leipzig. SKW currently em- Mon – Fri 10:00 am – 6:00 pm ployees 800 people at its Wittenberg site. Sat, Sun, Holidays 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

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Whether it’s the Wittenberg Radsporttage (Cycle help guests to travel back in time to the year 1517 on knights, merchants, Wittenberg delicacies, fanfare Sport Days), Luther’s Wedding, the Wittenberg this day. Entry to the spectacular historic market is processions, historic stores and markets and the Wine Festival, the Renaissance Music Festival, the free of charge. historic procession. Reformation Festival, the Christmas Market or the Adventshöfe – in the Lutherstadt Wittenberg, at- Luther’s Wedding Wittenberg Renaissance Music Festival tractive events take place all year long. Plan your exciting holiday to coincide with one of these From the 12th to 14th of June 2015, the Lutherstadt As an ambassador for the LutherDecade, the Wit- events: Wittenberg celebrates one of the most wonderful tenberg Renaissance Music Festival invites guests festivals in Germany at original Reformation sites. to Wittenberg from the 26th of October to the 1st of Reformation Festival Tens of thousands of visitors celebrate “Luther’s November in the run-up to Reformation Day to ex- Wedding”, with the Luther couple chosen every perience the soundscape of the Renaissance togeth- On the 31st of October 1517, Luther nailed his 95 The- year. For three days in summer, the Lutherstadt’s er with the unique history of this town. The trade- ses onto the door of the All Saints’ Castle Church in Old Town is transformed into a medieval site. Back marks of the festival are – alongside an exciting Wittenberg. This date is considered to be the begin- then – on the 13th of June 1525 – the former monk concert program, which presents the diverse facets ning of the Reformation. Today, Protestants and con- Martin Luther and the escaped nun Katharina von of Renaissance music – numerous workshops, an firmands from all over the world celebrate Reforma- Bora said “yes” in the town on the Elbe. These days, instrument exhibition and the popular Renaissance tion Day in the Lutherstadt Wittenberg with festive locals and guests to the Lutherstadt Wittenberg cel- ball. and religious services. ebrate this historic moment every year. Celebrate All of this takes place at authentic venues, e.g. at Locals and guests celebrate Reformation Day togeth- with them when the bridal couple and its 2,000 original sites of the Reformation movement that er in the Lutherstadt Wittenberg at a spectacular splendidly dressed wedding guests move through are of historic significance for Protestant church historic market. The tour guides of the Lutherstadt the lanes of the Lutherstadt Wittenberg Old Town. history. Wittenberg as well as other actors in historic robes Look forward to colourful robes, live music, jugglers,

11 +49 (0)3491 49 86 10 · www.lutherstadt-wittenberg.de OTHER CULTU RAL HIGH LIGHTS I N AND AROUND TH E LUTH ERSTADT W ITTENBERG 2015

16. – 17.05.2015 May Flower Festival in the Lutherstadt Wittenberg 13.09.2015 ZDF Television Church Service in the Town Church 24.05.2015 Organ Night with Luther in the Town Church 13.09.2015 22nd Day of the Open Memorial 01.06.2015 UNESCO World Heritage Day 26. – 27.09.2015 Wittenberg Potters’ Market 12. – 14.06.2015 “Luther’s Wedding” with festival procession 02.10.2015 Night lights and lantern parade through the Old Town Juni – Juli 2015 Court Concerts in the Altstadthöfen 04.10.2015 Cranach´s Birthday 09.07. – 14.08.2015 Summer Cabaret Festival 25.10. – 01.11.2015 Wittenberg Renaissance Music Festival 30.07. – 03.08.2015 Wittenberg Wine Festival 31.10. – 01.11.2015 Reformation festival in the Old Town 07. – 09.08.2015 “LebensArt”, Exquisite and Beautiful Things for the House 25.11. – 20.12.2015 Wittenberg Christmas Market and Garden, Messe im Stadtpark (Ramparts) 20.12.2015 Martin Luther’s Christmas Concert 15.08.2015 Wittenberg ErlebnisNacht with live music, at the St. Mary´s Town Church exhibitions, theatre, magic and fireworks

Wittenberg Potters’ Market strut as well as from the Palatinate offer up their delica- Wittenberg Old Town Train Train ti mes: cies. Enjoy the unique atmosphere on a warm summer 45-minute round trip through the historic Old Town To mark the end of the Wittenberg Cultural Sum- evening with an exquisite drop at the Market Place in On the cosy Old Town Train, you are able to Tue – Sun: 10:00 am, 1:00 pm, 2:15 pm, 5:00 pm; mer 2015, on the 26th and 27th of September, the the Lutherstadt Wittenberg. In addition, a stage pro- encounter many significant sights quickly and (6:00 pm on demand) 23rd Wittenberg Potters’ Market takes place at the gram and dancing until midnight await you. comfortably, whether it’s the historic Old Town Price: € 7.00 Adults, € 3.50 Children (3–12-years-old) gorgeous historic Market Place. Numerous pottery with its UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Hun- 75-minute round trip through the historic Old Town and trip art studios and freelance ceramicists are expected Christmas Market and Adventshöfe dertwasser School, the Alaris Butterfly Park, the to Hundertwasser School at the largest, most beautiful potters’ market in Piesteritzer Workmen’s Dwellings or the dock Tue – Sun: 11:15 am and 3:30 pm The Christmas Market in the Lutherstadt Wittenberg is Central Germany. Well-known studios and up-and- of the Wittenberg passenger boat. The covered Price: € 8.50 Adults, € 4.00 Children (3–12-years-old) coming ceramicists are all invited to the market, particularly romantic in the historic atmosphere of the Old Town train with a total of 54 seats provides which is traditionally opened by the mayor and the Old Town and its courtyards. Alongside the Christmas public round trips and can be chartered by travel Special trip s: arrival of the potters in a celebration on Saturday Market at the Market Place, on one weekend each year, groups and families or club celebrations. City round trip through the Old Town to the Hundertwasser at 10:00am. Take a look over the shoulder of skilled a Christmas Market organised by the historic associ- You will find tickets and information at Tourist School including guided tour of the Hundertwasser School, artisans and artists at work or try your hand at a ation takes place in the “Adventshöfen”. In medieval Information Lutherstadt Wittenberg. length: 1.5 hours, dates: 23.05.15; 08.08.15; pottery wheel. garb, Wittenberg actors sell their artistic, medieval and 26.09.15; 03.10.15, Price: € 10.00 Adults, homemade wares in a very special atmosphere. It is Children € 6.00 (3–12-years-old) Wittenberg Wine Festival worth combining your visit to the Christmas Market in Night-Time Old Town Train incl. Drink, the Lutherstadt Wittenberg with a guided event tour Length: 45 minutes, Dates: 09.05.15; 20.06.15; 25.07.15, The Wittenberg Wine Festival is one of the annual for an unforgettable, romantic experience. Price: € 10.00 Adults, Children € 6.00 event highlights in the Lutherstadt Wittenberg and Further information and bookings: takes place every year in August. Tourist-Information Lutherstadt Wittenberg Vintners from the regions of Jessen and Saale/Un- Tel.+ 49 (0)3491 49 86 10

+49 (0)3491 49 86 10 · www.lutherstadt-wittenberg.de 12 Guided City, Group Your personal Experience and Event Tours Audio Guide

The best way to get to know the Lutherstadt Wit- Tourist Information Lutherstadt Wittenberg is hap- tenberg and its diverse range of sights and high- py to create individual guided tour packages to suit lights is during one of the guided tours offered by your schedule and group size. We will also happily Tourist Information Lutherstadt Wittenberg. The organise further group program items such as res- certified tour guides of Tourist Information Luth- taurant bookings, chaperones and event tickets as erstadt Wittenberg will inform you about various well as train and ship tickets. theme focuses, such as history, art, culture, the history of the Reformation, religion, architecture and

also GDR history. All guided tours and fixed dates can be Your personal Tourist Information also provides guided tours in a found at www.luth- range of different languages. Particularly memora- erstadt-wittenberg. City guide ble are the guided tours in historic costume with de as well as in the various actors, who will whisk you back to the Ref- current guided tour ormation period, as well as experience tours where brochure available on World. Culture. Experi ence you will encounter hangmen, washerwomen and the website and at We work with a system of ORPHEO. the historic town watch. Tourist Information Tourist-Information Lutherstadt Wittenberg Orpheo Deutschland GmbH Stadtführungen 2015 Lutherstadt Wittenberg City Tours 2015 David-Gilly-Straße 1 · D-14469 Potsdam www.lutherstadt-wittenberg.de www.orpheogroup.com

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13 Information and bookings: Tourist-Information Lutherstadt Wittenberg, +49 (0)3491 498610 · www.lutherstadt–wittenberg.de Guided Group Tours

City walk through In the footsteps of Lucas Cranach In the footsteps of Katharina von Bora – Experience UNESCO World Cultural the historic Old Town Luther’s Wife Heritage with the Old Town Train and Ship

Visit the original sites of the Reformation! See As court painter, mayor, printer and bookseller as Katharina von Bora fled from the Nimbschen con- Experience five UNESCO World Heritage sites in the historic Old Town of Wittenberg with its All well as friend to Martin Luther, Lucas Cranach was vent with eight nuns to Wittenberg, in order to one day! Discover the beauty of the Lutherstadt Saints’ Castle Church and its famous door. Stroll a key figure in the spreading of the Reformation. begin a new, free life here. Staying at first in the during a boat trip on the Elbe, while you enjoy the through streets that Luther and his contem- During a walk through the historic Lutherstadt household of Lucas Cranach, in 1525 she married unique river landscape of the UNESCO Middle Elbe poraries strode through. Further items can be Wittenberg, you will encounter Cranach’s two hou- the great reformer Martin Luther, after which she Biosphere Reserve and freshen up with some lunch booked additionally. ses, find out more about his work as a printer and efficiently managed his large household and sup- and a drink. Afterwards take a trip on the Witten- publisher and view images and woodcuts created Languages: German, English, French, Italian, ported her husband. Even today, there is more berg Old Town train through the historic Old Town by him, in addition to learning about the history Russian, Slovakian, Czech known about this woman than any other woman with its four UNESCO World Heritage sites, All of the Reformation. The work of Lucas Cranach the Length: depending on scope of tour Younger is also introduced. of her time – Katharina, who Luther lovingly refer- Saints’ Castle Church, the Town Church and the Open-air tour (All Saints’ Castle red to as his “Mr Käthe.” Accompany “Mr Käthe” Melanchton House and the Luther House. Find Church to Luther House): 1.5 hours and hear stories that only she can tell. You can also out everything there is to know about this town every indoor visit additional approx. book the famous Mr and Mrs Luther for your tour. and its personalities. At the end, you can reflect on 0.5 hours the impressions of the day with a delicious piece Price: 1–25 people € 75.00 (1.5 hours) Length: 1.5 hours/2 hours of cake and a cup of coffee in a Wittenberg Café. Meeting Tourist-Information Lutherstadt Length: ca. 1.5 hours Price € 95.00 (75 min) point: Wittenberg, Schlossplatz 2 Price: 1–25 people € 95.00 € 110.00 (2 hours) optional: refreshing drink – For further information and prices please con- Optional: add. € 15.00 guided city tour additional. € 1.00 p. p. sult the free guided city tour brochure as well in historic costume Length: ca. 4 hours as www.lutherstadt-wittenberg.de. Meeting Tourist-Information Lutherstadt Meeting Tourist-Information Lutherstadt Price: € 34.00 per person point: Wittenberg, Schlossplatz 2 point: Wittenberg, Schlossplatz 2 (Minimum no. of participants: 25 people)

Ask us about the free guided city tour brochure or go to www.lutherstadt-wittenberg.de. 14 Event tours in the Lutherstadt Event tours are usually carried out by several actors and guides in historic costume. Medieval, private, delicious, funny and bloodcurdling experiences Wittenberg can be yours in the historic setting of the Lutherstadt Wittenberg. A special highlight of your stay.

“Once upon a time in Wittenberg …” “Luther’s Sti(e)fel” – An Apocalyptic “Eroticism at Nightfall” – On the Art of Theatre Dinner Culinary Seduction

You will be accompanied by two historically dressed Wittenberg 1533. Katharina Luther has many hun- As night falls, visit the locations of married priests tour guides through torch-lit night-time lanes of the gry mouths to feed when Michael Stifel, a pastor and courtesans with one of Cranach’s maids. Lutherstadt Wittenberg. These guides will tell you all from Lochau, knocks on her door and asks for asy- She will tell you all about love and marital woe as kinds of interesting and entertaining stories about lum. During the evening she finds out that the well as interesting facts about love potions and Wittenberg in the 16th century. You will hear tales cleric’s great passion – mathematics – has become good advice from herbalists. You will be able to “se- of the famous personalities of our town and visit his downfall. Stifel, who has managed to calculate cretly” watch the painter Lucas Cranach at work in the sites of many fantastical incidents. You will be the exact point at which the world is going to end his painting studio. protected from highwaymen and pickpockets by the using adventurous calculations, inspires fear in the After this walk through Wittenberg’s nocturnal portly troops of the town watch. villagers of Lochau as well as in Mrs Luther. Is today alleys, you will be welcomed to an erotic 6-course a day like any other? Or will the last supper actually menu that will introduce you to the art of culinary be served at this festive table? Hear, see and taste … seduction. Length: 75 min Price: 1–25 Pers. € 250.00 Engl.: 1–25 Pers. € 310.00 every additional person € 9.00 Length: ca. 4 hours optional: refreshing drink – Length: ca. 2.5 hours Price: € 45.00 p. p. (incl. menu) additional. € 1.00 p. p. Price: € 45.00 p. p. (incl. menu) Minimum no. of participants: 20 people Meeting point: Tourist-Information Minimum no. of participants: 20 people Meeting point: Tourist-Information Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Schlossplatz 2 Meeting point: Brauhaus courtyard Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Schlossplatz 2

15 Information and bookings: Tourist-Information Lutherstadt Wittenberg, +49 (0)3491 498610 · www.lutherstadt–wittenberg.de Tours for children and teenagers

“The historic printing press” City Ralley for School Children “A Journey to the 16th Century” On the go with Leyla and Mallalei – A night-time tour for kids and teens “Two young witches and their magical broomstick Doris”. Walk in the footsteps of Gutenberg, Cranach, We offer you an exciting ralley for school children. Let Wittenberg’s tour guides in historic costume The old mean head witch Krötenbein has decid- Lufft and Lotter in the historic Cranachhof. Take Our tour guides will accompany you through the take you back to the late Middle Ages. Listen to sa- ed to ban Leyla and Mallalei from going to the a look over the shoulder of a printer at work Old Town of Wittenberg with its historic sites, gas and stories from old Wittenberg and its former great witches dance – her reason? They are both and learn how lead type pieces were arranged churches and museums. The tours are designed residents. For your safety, you will be watched over still too young! So that they do not fly away in by hand and printed onto handcrafted paper. in such a way that the questionnaires for the city by troops of the historic town watch. Listen to tales secret, she has cast a spell to shrink Doris. How Gain insights into this old handicraft that was so ralley that we have prepared for you can be filled of the deeds of hangmen – told by the hangman mean! Only with the help of children who solve important for the success and dissemination of out after the tour. Depending on your wishes and himself. puzzles together with the young witches, dance Luther’s teachings. the duration of the tour, various buildings can also and perform other tasks, it will be possible to be seen from the inside during the ralley. The ral- get Doris fighting fit again. Other fantasy- crea ley questionnaires are available for both primary tures and surprises await children on the way. school and senior school children. Maximum age of children is 10 years

Length: 1 hour Length: 0,5 hours Length: 1 – 4 hours Price: 1–25 people € 190.00 Price: € 3.00 p. adult/€ 2.00 p. child Price: starting from 1 hour € 45.00 up to 25 pupils Engl.: 1–25 people € 250.00 Length: 1 hour Extended tours available for an additional charge an additional € 0.50 per ralley questionnaire Every extra person. € 9.00 Price: 1–30 people € 190.00 Meeting point: historic printing press Meeting point: Tourist-Information Meeting point: Tourist-Information Meeting point: Luther House Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Schlossstraße 1 Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Schlossplatz 2 Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Schlossplatz 2 Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Collegienstraße 54

Information and bookings: Tourist-Information Lutherstadt Wittenberg, +49 (0)3491 498610 · www.lutherstadt–wittenberg.de 16 Tourist-Information Lutherstadt Wittenberg City map of the historic center of Lutherstadt Wittenberg 1 Castle Church (UNESCO World Heritage site) 2 Haus der Geschichte Museum N Potsdam Berlin 3 Cranach Houses Völkerfreundschaft

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17 Ask us about the free guided city tour brochure or go to www.lutherstadt-wittenberg.de. Lutherstädte Experience Eisleben town and world history Mansfeld

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We look forward to providing you with information and suggestions for your visit to our Lutherstädten Eisleben and Mansfeld and the Mansfeld South-Harz region. Our range Of services: • Booking of accommodation in hotels, guesthouses and private rooms • Booking of guided town, museum and church tours • Planning of day-trip and longer itineraries • Booking of themed tours on request • Booking of gastronomic services • Night-time tours with “Ambrosius” the night watchman • Organisation of trips on the “Tschu Tschu Train” with experienced tour guide

© fotolia.com/steschum • Booking of vineyard walks and wine tastings • Tips on excursions to the surrounding region • Audio guide hire • Sale of souvenirs and literature about the region The reconstructed Cistercian Monastery Sankt • Entry ticket presales EislE b E n, situated in the east of the Harz Marien zu Helfta is also of interest. The thea- foreland, is one of the oldest towns between tre and the famous Eisleber Wiesen Market Public guided tOurs thrOugh eisleben’s the Harz and the Elbe and is nestled into the as well as hotels and restaurants also await histOric inner city st th hilly landscapes of the Mansfelder Mulde. your visit. You should also make sure that you from the 1 of April until the 10 of November 2015, do not miss out on the museum dedicated to daily, 2:00 at the Town Hall This is where the great German reformer, Dr Luther’s parents in n MansfE ld, opened infOrmatiOn and bOOkings Martin Luther, was born and it was here that in 2014, St. Georg Church or Mansfeld Palace. Tourist-Information Lutherstadt Eisleben he also died. The house where he was born, the Nature lovers will find many opportunities for Hallesche Straße 4 · 06295 Lutherstadt Eisleben house in which he died, the baptistery St. Petri- hiking and biking at the Süße See and around Tel.: +49 (0)3475 - 60 21 24 • Fax: +49 (0)3475 - 60 26 34 Pauli, the St. Annen Church and the St. Andreas the Mansfeld countryside. [email protected] Church are some of the most significant sites linked to the life of Martin Luther. www.lutherstaedte-eisleben-mansfeld.de Gastronomy in the Lutherstadt Stop off at one of the lovely cafés, restaurants or Café und Bar Bitter-Suess Gasthaus Jägerheim Wittenberg guesthouses in Wittenberg and the surrounding Schlossstraße 22, Café Friedrichstraße 54, German cuisine region. From Asian to medieval to vegetarian, the Café Klatschmohn Gasthof “Am Mailandsberg” Lutherstadt Wittenberg has a wide range of delica- Kirchplatz 9, Café Berliner Chaussee 45, German cuisine cies on offer. Carpe Diem Gaststätte “Zum Grauen Wolf” Coswiger Straße 3, Bar and German cuisine Puschkinstraße 35, German cuisine Lutherstadt Wittenberg Casinoberg Goldener Adler Restaurant “Am Alten Anker” Pfaffengasse 28 a, German cuisine Markt 7, German cuisine Dessauer Straße 286, German cuisine Charles Bar Haus des Handwerks Collegienstraße 53 a, German cuisine Restaurant “Alte Canzley” Markt 7, Cocktail bar Schlossplatz 3, German cuisine Hofwirtschaft City Büffeteria Schlossstraße 1, German cuisine Athos, Griechisches Restaurant Mittelstraße 11, German cuisine Am Alten Bahnhof 1, Greek cuisine Hotel-Pension “Am Schwanenteich” Clack Theater Café Töpferstraße 1, German cuisine Bierstuben Markt 1, Café Jüdenstraße 27, German cuisine Il Castello COCO Schlossstraße 3, Italian cuisine Brauhaus Wittenberg Markt 2, Cocktail bar and German cuisine Markt 6, German cuisine Independent Convivo im Luther-Hotel Wittenberg Collegienstraße 44, Scene gastronomy Café 3 im Cranachhaus Neustraße 7, German cuisine Markt 4, Café In Vino Veritas Fuh Lam Mun Mittelstraße 3, Wine bar and Italian cuisine Café Altmann Jüdenstraße 29, Chinese cuisine Coswiger Straße 4, Café Kajüte 7 Gast-und Ballhaus Lindenhof Dessauer Straße 93, Fish restaurant Café Fritz Pratauer Lindenstraße 1 a, OT Pratau, Mauerstraße/Ecke Neustraße, Café German cuisine

19 +49 (0)3491 49 86 10 · www.lutherstadt-wittenberg.de La Casetta Tante Emmas Bier- und Caféhaus Dietrichsdorf Gräfenhainichen Neustraße 5, Italian cuisine Markt 9, German cuisine Schmidt‘s Landgasthof Restaurant Hollywood Luthersbrunnen Taj Mahal Dietrichsdorf 36 Bahnhofstraße 1 a, German cuisine Dresdener Straße 100, German cuisine Coswiger Straße 24, Indian cuisine Luthers Garten Trattoria Toscana Dübener Heide Wörlitz Collegienstraße 54, Café Mittelstraße 1 - 2, Italian cuisine Waldschänke Elbterrasse Wörlitzer Winkel marc de café TV 4 Ochsenkopf 59, Kemberg OT Gniest, Coswiger Elbterrassen GmbH, Elbterrasse 1, Pfaffengasse 5, Café Draußgartenstraße 28 German cuisine German cuisine Piesteritzer Hof / Trattoria Toscana Wittenberger Hof im Best Western Stadtpalais Hotel Landgut Ochsenkopf Gastwirtschaft im Küchengebäude Karl-Liebknecht-Platz 18 - 19, Italian cuisine Collegienstraße 57 Ochsenkopf 56, Kemberg OT Rotta, Am Wörlitzer Schloß 1, German cuisine Pizzeria Lido Zum Goldenen Anker German cuisine Hotel und Restaurant Landhaus Wörlitzer Hof Collegienstraße 49, Italian cuisine An der Elbe 5, German cuisine Markt 96, German cuisine Restaurant “Mediterraneo” Schützenhaus Zum Schwarzen Baer Am Schützenplatz 1, Kemberg , German cuisine Schlossstraße 33, Greek, Italian and Schlossstraße 2, German cuisine (Potato house) Ringhotel “Zum Stein” Wörlitz German cuisine Hotel- Restaurant Sackwitzer Mühle Erdmannsdorffstraße 228, German cuisine Zur Elbe Sackwitzer Mühle 1, Bad Schmiedeberg OT Sackwitz Gaststätte „Grüner Baum“ Schloßpavillon Elbstraße 4 a, German cuisine Schlossplatz 6, Café und German cuisine Restaurant Bad Schmiedeberger Hof Neuer Wall 103, German cuisine Schloß Kropstädt Coswig Leipziger Straße 30, Bad Schmiedeberg, German cuisine Am Schloßpark 4, German cuisine Liebchen‘s Waldschlößchen Pretzsch El Toro Steakhouse Göritzer Landstraße 40, an der B 107 Heidehotel Lubast Parkhotel Pretzsch An der Bahnstraße 1 , Kemberg , German cuisine Lutherstraße 15 Goetheallee 3, Bad Schmiedeberg/OT Pretzsch, German cuisine Suppenbar Suppéria Schlossstraße 9

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diese ausstellung bildet den auftakt zum 500-jährigen reformationsjubiläum im jahr 2017. mit der veröffentlichung der 95 thesen am 31.10.1517 erfasste die reformation alle lebensbereiche der gesellschaft. ihre Wirkungskraft ver- dankte sie insbesondere dem eintreten der protestan tischen fürsten für luthers lehren, allen voran den kurfürsten von Sachsen. heute zeugt torgau, wie kaum eine andere Stadt in deutschland, von dieser epoche. die an der elbe gelegene renaissancestadt mit Schloss hartenfels war politisches zentrum der reformation. hier predigte luther und hier wurde unter seinem einfluss einer der ersten protestanti- schen kirchen neubauten geschaffen. die ausstellung im Schloss hartenfels verbindet den historischen ort mit Excursions einzigartigen zeugnissen der reformationszeit. Torgau informationen und anmeldungen von führungen: SchloSS harTenfelS Staatliche kunstsammlungen dresden from the Luther- 15. Mai – 31. okTober 2015 tel.: 0351 4914-2000 | [email protected] www.skd.museum/luther stadt Wittenberg – Torgau-informations-center Hints tel.: 03421 70140 | www.tic-torgau.de Eine Ausstellung der Staatlichen Kunstsammlungen Dresden realisiert in Kooperation mit dem Landkreis Nordsachsen und der Großen Kreisstadt Torgau.

Ausstellung ermöglicht durch:

Gefördert durch: Rousseau Island in the Dessau-Wörlitzer Garden Ferropolis

The Lutherstadt Wittenberg is situated in the midst Make sure to visit the following destinations: Wörlitz of a fantastical natural and cultural landscape that is almost without compare in the rest of Europe. Ferropolis/Gräfenhainichen Wörlitz is situated only 30 minutes away from the Lutherstadt Wittenberg by car. In Wörlitz, a glorious Not just the Elbe, but two natural reserves, the Mid- Ferropolis ist situated about 30 kilometres from landscaped garden awaits you. Constructed at the dle Elbe Biosphere Reserve, the industrial park Fer- the Lutherstadt Wittenberg. The “City of Iron” near end of the 18th century, it is one of the earliest and Wörlitz Castle ropolis, the romantic “Garden Kingdom” and the Gräfenhainichen is an industry museum and an most significant English-style landscape gardens famous Bauhaus can all be discovered here. Tourist event venue for festivals and sporting events. This on the European continent. The Garden Kingdom Information Lutherstadt Wittenberg has all of the 260,000 square metre area was once the site of Dessau-Wörlitz was created by Prince Leopold III ticket and information material ready for your jour- brown coal mining. Today, the impressive machines Friedrich Franz of Anhalt-Dessau (1740-1817). With ney of discovery, but can also provide you with var- and excavators on the site are reminiscent of the his various reforms, his goal was the harmonious ious forms of transport, from bikes to Trabants to days of surface mining. unity of human and nature. The palaces, gardens rickshaws, coaches or boats. Talk to us about your and avenues of the Garden Kingdom nestle so nat- preferred form of transport or a travel guide to the urally into the meadowy countryside that the park surrounding region. We are happy to offer you per- seems to stretch on forever. sonal travel guides in a number of languages.

Hartenfels Palace in Torgau

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Sachsen. heute zeugt torgau, wie kaum eine andere Stadt ® Brandenburg in deutschland, von dieser epoche. die an der elbe gelegene ELBERADWEG renaissancestadt mit Schloss hartenfels war politisches zentrum der reformation. hier predigte luther und hier wurde unter seinem einfluss einer der ersten protestanti- schen kirchen neubauten geschaffen. die ausstellung im Schloss hartenfels verbindet den historischen ort mit Elbe einzigartigen zeugnissen der reformationszeit. Niedersachsen ® Berlin ICE Torgau informationen und anmeldungen von führungen: ELBERADWEG SchloSS harTenfelS Staatliche kunstsammlungen dresden Naturpark 15. Mai – 31. okTober 2015 tel.: 0351 4914-2000 | [email protected] Hannover Hoher Fläming www.skd.museum/luther Potsdam Torgau-informations-center Magdeburg tel.: 03421 70140 | www.tic-torgau.de Lutherstadt Naturpark Fläming Eine Ausstellung der Staatlichen Kunstsammlungen Dresden realisiert in Kooperation Wittenberg mit dem Landkreis Nordsachsen und der Großen Kreisstadt Torgau. Bauhaus Dessau UNesco ICE sachsen- Ausstellung ermöglicht durch: UNesco R1/D3 Radweg Gefördert durch: Anhalt Dessau UNesco Wörlitzer Park R1/D3 Radweg Rousseau-Insel im Dessau-Wörlitzer Gartenreich Mansfeld Ferropolis Gräfenhainichen Torgau Torgau Lutherstadt Eisleben Halle ICE UNesco Naturpark Every year in June, the Torgau Organ Summer and Dübener Heide Torgau – once the residence of the Saxon princes, Thüringen is located only 50 km along the Elbe from Witten- the Church Music Festival provide visitors with a Leipzig Elbe Dresden ICE berg. The almost completely preserved historic special musical experience. ICE Eisenach Erfurt sachsen town centre with Hartenfels Palace, churches, the Weimar Town Hall and resplendent Renaissance town hous- During the LutherDecade, excellent exhibitions in UNesco Wartburg es still exudes the spirit of the former metropolis Hartenfels Palace are being presented about the in- terplay between princely power and the new faith ® of the Electorate of Saxony. Torgau is considered ELBERADWEG in all of its different facets. With the exhibition “Lu- the “Nursemaid of the Reformation.” Martin Luther Our recommendation: Discover the Garden booked with waiting staff for groups. ther and the Princes”, Torgau will open the series of stayed in Torgau more than 40 times and a strong Kingdom of Dessau-Wörlitz during a tour that four national special exhibitions within the scope middle class here supported his ideas. His wife, points out the special features of the park! Book tours and trips via Tourist Information Luth- of the anniversary of the Reformation, which will Katharina, died in 1552 in Torgau. Her grave in the Afterwards you can enjoy the beauty of the erstadt Wittenberg, either by telephone via the continue on the Wartburg, in Wittenberg and in St. Mary´s Town Church and a memorial are testa- park again from water during a gondola trip free holiday hotline 0800-20 20 114 or by email to Berlin until 2017. ment to the work of this courageous woman. (May-August). Gondola trips with coffee service [email protected]. or through the canals and lakes at sunset are an extraordinary experience. These trips can be

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Fläming Nature Park Dübener Heath Bad Düben

The Fläming landscape, approx. 23 kilometres The Dübener Heath Nature Park stretches from During your excursion to Bad Düben, just 37 kilo- north-west from Wittenberg, is characterised by Wittenberg in the South over a surface of approx. metres from the Lutherstadt Wittenberg, discover Romantic river valleys, pristine deciduous and pine 75,000 hectares. This is the location of the largest the revered spa gardens, a 1000-year-old castle, forests, rolling hills, green meadows, expansive mixed forest in Central Germany in a hilly landscape the modern wellness centre “Heide Spa”, the pretty, Fläming Nature Park fields and small, hidden villages. Adventure holi- shaped by the Ice Age. The lake and river landscape restored inner city, the Kossa military museum and daymakers can discover the Fläming Nature Park of the Dübener Heath is home to cranes, ernes, bea- much more. on a range of nature trails or on the loop roads and vers and other animal species. Go on a guided tour routes of the Fläming Skate, a 225 kilometre-long here with nature park rangers and discover some Dessau-Roßlau and Bauhaus skating and biking trail far away from noisy traffic. of the 350 different species of butterfly and 169 Europe’s longest traffic-free inline skating path can species of bird. Many so-called “heath magnets”, Dessau-Roßlau is situated about 35 kilometres also be experienced in winter on cross-country skis. such as mazes, rope courses, a zoo, heath villages, from the Lutherstadt Wittenberg. When the Bau- National bike paths – such as the Euroroute R1/D3, moorlands and heathlands with beavers, the Rein- haus settled here in 1925/26, it was considered the the Elbe Cycle Route, the Cycle Route Berlin-Leip- harz Water Palace and other beautiful places await capital of the modern age. The Bauhaus building zig and the Tour Brandenburg – can be reached in your visit, right at the gates of the Lutherstadt Wit- was built at this time together with the small Mas- Fläming coming from the Lutherstadt Wittenberg. tenberg. ters’ Houses settlement, based on blueprints by W. Bauhaus Dessau

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Potsdam Berlin Lutherstadt Wittenberg Belzig Einbeck Goslar Straßfurt

Dessau R1/D3 CYCLERadw PATHeg The Birth House of Martin Luther in Eisleben

Gropius. Artists such as Klee, Kandinsky and Fein- Mansfeld Lutherstadt, situated about 130 kilo- the only one of its kind in Europe. Luther visited the public. In honour of Luther, every year on the first iger lived and worked here. The Bauhaus and the metres away. church in 1516. During your visit to Eisleben, discov- Saturday after Easter, his first day of school is cele- Masters’ Houses are open to the public. er the inner city “Luther Path Eisleben” with its 12 brated in Mansfeld according to historical tradition. Martin Luther was born in the town of Eisleben stations, with both authentic and staged Luther Alongside the Luther House in Mansfeld, there are Whereas Dessau made a name for itself during the on the 10th of November 1483. As if by fate, his sites that connect modern art with interior design. other valuable sights in this town, such as the Luther Bauhaus period, Roßlau was a shipping city. The life also ended in his hometown on the 18th of Fountain at Luther Square, built in 1913, the “Germa- 12th century Water Castle and classical buildings February 1546. The house in which he was both In the permanent exhibition, “Luther’s Last Journey” nia” war memorial, the St. Georg Town Church, the by the architect Bandhauer are some of the most born and died and the Lutherarmenfreischule were in Luther’s recently opened last residence, find out railway viaduct and Mansfeld Palace with its Castle significant buildings in Roßlau. Treasures in the both recognised as UNESCO World Heritage sites in how he spent his final days in his home town and Church. The Lutherstadt Eisleben and the Mansfeld museum and galleries, the Anhaltische Theatre’s 1996. Luther’s birth house is the oldest museum in how Luther dealt with death and dying. You can look countryside do not just offer historic sights, but also varied repertoire and a diverse range of leisure pur- the German-speaking realm. Luther spent the first forward to Luther’s restored and redesigned baptis- art and culture at the State Theatre of Saxony-An- suits also wait to be discovered.. months of his life in Eisleben with his parents and tery, which has been reopened with an immersion halt and the largest funfair in Central Germany, siblings, then moved to Mansfeld and spent his baptismal font as the “Zentrum Taufe” – “Baptism the Eisleben Wiese. Cyclists can ride the Euroroute Lutherstädte Eisleben and Mansfeld childhood there. Visitors can experience the par- Centre.” around the monastery See with a stop at the newly ticular flair of the historic Old Town with its market built Helfta Cloister. The Luther Hiking Trail Saxo- Follow Luther’s footprints during a daytrip to the place, its handsome townhouses, its historic town In 1484, Mansfeld became the home of family ny-Anhalt links the Lutherstädte Wittenberg, Eisle- Lutherstadt Eisleben, approx. 115 kilometres away hall and the Luther memorial. One authentic Luther Luther. Today, the preserved house of his parents ben and Mansfeld. from the Lutherstadt Wittenberg, as well as to site is St. Annen Church, with its stone carved-bible, and the former school of the cleric are open to the

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MS Lutherstadt Wittenberg of festive trips. Snuggle up with a coffee, tea or Middle Elbe Biosphere Reserve mulled wine and marvel at the Elbe winter wonder- The Lutherstadt Wittenberg lies on the shores of land from the water. This area has been the Middle Elbe Biosphere Re- the Elbe. Discover the city from a different side. • Festive night-time winter trip incl. 1 drink serve since 2006. It comprises a surface area of Take in the unique and fascinating river landscape with Christmas buffet and music, at 7:00 pm 125,743 hectares, in which there is much to discov- of the UNESCO Middle Elbe Biosphere Reserve. • Advent trips, 2:30 pm er, only 35km away from Wittenberg. You can take Enjoy the flora and fauna of the Elbe during a cosy • St. Nicholas trip on the 6th of December part in interesting events or participate in excur- coffee trip or the unforgettable sunset during a at 3:00 pm sions and find out all there is to know about the romantic evening trip – depending on the season, • Public holiday trip on the 25th of December at reserve, its plant and animal inhabitants as well as there are also wonderful events, such as a trip at 12:00 pm with a warm festive buffet including its tasks and goals. Easter with Easter punch, a family day, a grandpar- 1 glass of sparkling wine ents and grandchildren trip and many other events • The great New Year’s gala on Auenhaus Information Pavilion for every taste. the 31st of December from 7:00 pm Those who would like to find out more about the On the boat there is a complete range of gastro- In addition to this, there are other trips such as the reserve and its inhabitants should definitely plan a nomic services. For this reason it is also perfect Old Town panorama trip and the “Red Luther” trip. visit to the “Auenhaus” information centre between for special occasions, such as birthdays, weddings, Dessau-Roßlau and Oranienbaum. The exhibition in company parties, children’s parties, Christmas par- For dates, prices, ticket bookings and other infor- the pavilion informs visitors about this extensive ties or cultural and dance events. Even in winter, mation, the team at Tourist-Information Luther- ecosystem and the living conditions in this animal the Wittenberg passenger boat offers a number stadt Wittenberg is happy to help at any time. and plant world. In the outdoor area there is a herb and vegetable garden with seating. A nature trail takes visitors to a beaver habitat.

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Wittenberg English Ministry In addition, every Thursday there is an English-speak- Sister City Springfield, Ohio English services ing “Stammtisch” or regulars’ table at the tavern in the Lutherstadt Wittenberg “Haus des Handwerks” that is also attended by For many years now, the Lutherstadt Wittenberg pastors. Everybody is welcome. Look forward to a has been in close contact with America. Since 1995, Lutherstadt Between May and October, pastors from a wide get-together with many German and English-speak- Springfield, Ohio – home to 62,000 residents – has range of countries come to the Lutherstadt Wit- ing people. Here you can converse and exchange been the Lutherstadt Wittenberg’s sister city. At Wittenberg tenberg to attend English services that take place experiences with others as well as freshen up your the Wittenberg University in Springfield, which has international every Saturday evening from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. English skills. strong links to the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Please enquire about the respective venues at Tour- America, 2,200 students study modern art, music ist Information. In addition, there are services every English-language services (May to October) and theatre. Delegations from Springfield regularly Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 4:30 pm to Sat: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm visit the Lutherstadt and vice versa. 5:00 pm. Because the services are held in English, Wed, Thurs, Fri: 4:30 pm – 5:00 pm they attract many people from all over the world. In www.ci.springfield.oh.us Tip: English-speaking guests to the Lu- 2015, the “Wittenberg English Ministry” is entering English-speaking “Stammtisch” www.wittenberg.edu therstadt can experience a “Home Hosted its 19th season. Thursdays from 7:00 pm at the tavern “Haus des Kaffeeklatsch” in the homes of Wittenberg Handwerks”, Collegienstr. 53 a, Lutherstadt Witten- Other sister cities of the families. Over a piece of cake and a cup of Every year a group of English-speaking pastors berg. Subject to change. Lutherstadt Wittenberg coffee you can learn all kinds of interesting come to the Lutherstadt Wittenberg to preach to The university town Göttingen, the Danish town things about life in the Lutherstadt Witten- people from all over the world. They interact with Further information and bookings: of Haderslev, Melanchthon’s birth town of Bretten berg and find out about mutual interests as both tourists and locals. These pastors have an of- Tourist Information Lutherstadt Wittenberg and the Hungarian town of Bekescsaba well as new and exciting facts. fice at Tourist Information Lutherstadt Wittenberg. Tel. +49 (0)3491-49 86 10

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Federal Capital Berlin Bach Memorial in Leipzig

Numerous other UNESCO World Heritage sites can musicals and concerts or go shopping and then relax highlights that are well worth seeing. be easily reached from the Lutherstadt Wittenberg, on your journey back to the Lutherstadt Wittenberg. as well as top cultural destinations such as Weimar, An ICE connection will take you to the capital by train Weimar the Wartburg or modern metropolises such as Berlin in 45 minutes. and Leipzig, that are easy to get to for daytrips by Another cultural centre of Europe is Weimar, 195 car and also by ICE. Tourist Information Lutherstadt Leipzig kilometres away – i.e. 2 hours by car – from the Lu- Monument to the Battle of the Nations in Leipzig Wittenberg provides combined programs with therstadt Wittenberg. Famous as the work place of excursions to these destinations as well as guided From the Lutherstadt Wittenberg you can get to Goethe and Schiller as well as the original location journeys with certified tour guides. Ask us! the Bach and Trade Fair Town of Leipzig in just one of the Bauhaus, Weimar is one of the main destina- hour by car. Shaped by the lives and work of nu- tions for cultural holidaymakers. Highlights include Berlin merous artists such as Johann Sebastian Bach, Felix Goethe’s residence with the national museum at Mendelssohn Bartholdy and Johann Wolfgang von Frauenplan, the Bauhaus Museum and the Rococo Approx. 115 kilometres away from the Lutherstadt Goethe, Saxony’s economic and trade centre en- Hall of the Duchess Anna Amalia Library. But Weimar Wittenberg is Germany’s capital city, Berlin. Owing thrals visitors with its cultural diversity. Alongside has more than just classical literature and revolu- to the convenient location of the Lutherstadt Witten- Leipzig’s most famous landmark, the Monument to tionary design history on offer: Relax during a walk berg between the metropolitan regions of Berlin and the Battle of Nations, the Leipzig Zoo – one of the through the inspirational Park an der Ilm, or stroll Leipzig/Halle, the federal capital of Berlin is perfect oldest and most diverse zoos in the world – and the through Weimar’s historic streets. Weimar has two Goethe Schiller Memorial in Weimar for a daytrip. Enjoy city flair, visit one of the numerous concert hall, the Gewandhaus zu Leipzig, are other entries in the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites –

27 +49 (0)3491 49 86 10 · www.lutherstadt-wittenberg.de Wartburg in Eisenach State Capital Magdeburg with 16 buildings and various ensembles of “Weimar fraternities. This is where the German national col- Magdeburg Halle Classicism” as well as Bauhaus sites. ours were determined – black, red, gold. Today the Wartburg is one of the most well-known concert Once a member of the Hanseatic League, the state Halle an der Saale is the cultural and research capital Wartburg/Eisenach halls in Thüringen. In the five-star hotel on the Wart- capital of Saxony-Anhalt with its 1200 years of his- of the state of Saxony-Anhalt. In this 1200-year-old burg you can also sleep excellently, celebrate or hold tory and numerous sightseeing attractions offers town, which has still managed to retain its youthful The Wartburg “watches over” the city of Eisenach meetings. Once you are in Eisenach, you should also visitors innumerable opportunities for an unforget- flair, numerous testaments to its extensive history in Thüringen and has been a World Heritage site pay a visit to the Bach House, the first museum dedi- table daytrip. The Elbe metropolis of Magdeburg is have been preserved that are well worth taking a since 1999. The Wartburg is embedded in German cated to Johann Sebastian Bach in Germany. situated about 85km from the Lutherstadt Witten- look at and experiencing. Castles and museums, old history in a very unique way. This is where the re- berg. Well worthwhile are the St. Mauritius and churches, parks, the zoo and picturesque landscapes former Martin Luther translated the New Testament St. Katharina Cathedral, the old market with the along the Saale River invite visitors to linger. They into German, where Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Tourist Information Lutherstadt Wittenberg “Magdeburg Knight” and the Kloster Unser Lieben stand in stark contrast to all that has arisen in re- stayed frequently and where the Wartburgfest took provides you with comprehensive informa- Frauen art museum, which is an important site for cent times. Halle is a town of music, acting and art. place in 1817, a famous meeting of German student tion and booking material. In addition to this, contemporary art and sculpture in Saxony-Anhalt. The festival in honour of Georg Friedrich Händel, we also offer tour guides that can accompany But Magdeburg also has much more on offer: for seven theatres, the Staatskapelle, numerous gal- you from Wittenberg to your goal and provide example the Magdeburg waterway crossroads with leries and artists’ meetings attract thousands of vis- interesting knowledge and customised tours. the longest canal bridge in the world or the “GREEN itors every year. Whether you’re looking for history CITADEL OF MAGDEBURG”, created by Friedensreich or culture – everyday, vitality awaits you all around Hundertwasser. the five towersof Halle an der Saale. Let yourself get carried away. +49 (0)3491 49 86 10 · www.lutherstadt-wittenberg.de 28 cranach der jüngere 2015 landesausstellung sachsen-anhalt

In diesem Jahr gibt es einen Grund zu feiern: Lucas Cranach der Jüngere wird 500 Jahre alt! Sachsen-Anhalt, das Ursprungland der Reformation, präsentiert aus diesem Anlass die Landesausstellung »Cranach der Jüngere 2015«. Die Ausstellung ist eine Weltpremiere: Bisher hat sich noch nie eine Ausstellung ausschließlich mit dem Leben und Werk des jüngeren Cranach beschäftigt. Sein Leben lang stand er im Schatten seines gleichnamigen Vaters, Lucas Cranach des Älteren. Im Jahr 2015 wird sich dies ändern. Die Landesausstellung präsentiert Lucas Cranach den Jüngeren als einen gro- ßen Maler und wichtigen Wegbegleiter der Reformation. An den authentischen Orten in Wittenberg laden vier Ausstellungen zu einer Begegnung mit dem Künstler ein. Weitere Ausstellungen in Dessau und Wörlitz sowie zahlreiche Cranach-Kirchen in der Region regen zu Erkundungstouren an. Mit der Landesausstellung setzt Sachsen- Anhalt einen Höhepunkt auf dem Weg zum Reformationsjubiläum 2017.

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In the basement vault you will receive informa- In the municipal forest you can experience nature, The Wittenberg Zoo is on of Germany’s smallest tion about the day-to-day life of the Luther family. find out more about nature conservation or just zoos but a real gem for those looking to relax as Daily life is staged here using carved figurines and relax. well as for researchers both young and old. In the sounds. NABU remains a centre of conservation and envi- heart of the municipal park, a historic casemate ronmental education that runs animal enclosures is at its centre – a fortress with the former town Opening hours and nature education and experience trails. fortifications. Today, Saxony-Anhalt’s only cold-wa- April to October A nature playground with barbecue huts invites ter aquarium is located inside this building, with daily from 09:00 am – 06:00 pm young and old to take part in exciting forest adven- about 25 different fish species from the Elbe-Elster November to March tures. region. In the animal enclosures, you will encoun- Tues – Sun: 10:00 am – 05:00 pm ter 15 species of mammal and over 20 different Opening hours species of birds, these include four species of apes, May to October Meer cats, a range of parrots, owls and birds of Mon – Fri: 8:00 am – 5:30 pm prey. The petting zoo is very popular with its goats, Sat, Sun, public holidays: 10:00 am – 5:30 pm sheep and rabbits, as is the beautifully landscaped turtle pond. November to April Mon – Fri: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Sat, Sun, public holidays: 10:00 am – 4:30 pm The zoo is open all year round. Entry to the zoo is free of charge.

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With its 1,000 square metres, the Alaris Butterfly Discover one of Europe’s largest theatres in a unique The swimming pool in the Lutherstadt Wittenberg In Ferropolis, your childlike instincts will come to Park in the Lutherstadt Wittenberg is one of Ger- cultural landscape between World Heritage sites, was reopened in 2011 after comprehensive renova- life. Young and old can get active in this town of many’s largest butterfly parks. Luther, Bauhaus and the Garden Kingdom! The An- tions. A 25-metre long pool, a children’s water play- iron located about 30 kilometres away from the Lu- In the tropical enclosure you can observe 140 spe- halt Theatre in Dessau is steeped in tradition and ground and a learners’ pool make this swimming therstadt Wittenberg. Equipment that can be tried cies of numerous butterflies in all shapes and col- is currently in the midst of its 220th season. In the pool a feel-good oasis for young and old. In the sau- out and a climbing frame made of steel and rubber ours in a very natural setting. In the cafeteria you four categories of acting, musical theatre, ballet and na area you will find a steam sauna with a starry invite visitors to play and climb. can relax and refuel. After the winter break, the puppet theatre, it presents the performing arts at the sky, a Finnish sauna and a bio-sauna with light and Alaris Butterfly Park in the Lutherstadt Wittenberg highest level. The Anhalt Philharmonic Orchestra, un- sound effects as well as an open-air infusion sauna Small, functioning diggers playfully take children opens its doors from the 1st of April. Everyday be- der the direction of General Musical Director Antony with a heated outdoor swimming area. and adults back to the time of coal mining. In the tween 9:30 am and 5:30 pm until the end of Octo- Hermus, is at home here and offers grand symphony “Energy Exploration” school laboratory, children ber, you can take a mini-break in the tropics. and chamber music concerts. In summer it presents, Opening Hours and teens hungry for knowledge can experiment amongst other things, the popular lake concerts in Prices and opening hours can be found at with coal, solar and music energy. The activities on the Garden Kingdom of Wörlitz. www.baeder.wittenberg.de offer for school classes and other children’s groups Opening hours (e.g. children’s birthdays) can be booked for chil- 1st April to 1st October dren from 8-12 years via Tourist Information Luth- 9:30 am – 5:30 pm Tickets and information: +49 340 25 11 333 erstadt Wittenberg. 2nd October to 2nd November www.anhaltisches-theater.de 9:30 am – 4:30 pm or until sunset Tourist-Information Lutherstadt Wittenberg Schlossplatz 2, 06886 Lutherstadt Wittenberg

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APOLLENSBERG NATURE TRAIL M+B Fahrradladen GmbH CHEMISTS This nature trail provides visitors with everything there Coswiger Str. 21, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Luther-Apotheke is to know about the Apollensberg and is an ideal place Tel. 03491-40 28 49 Juristenstr. 3, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, to relax with a view, including a large cross that was set Bowling Tel. 03491-49 56-0 A-Z up as part of the church trail during the Expo2000. The Bowlingpark Wittenberg Apotheke Am Collegienhof Wittenberg suburb of Apollensdorf is just a few minutes Lutherstr. 4/Zufahrt Bachstr., Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Collegienstr. 74, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, away from the Lutherstadt by car. One recommendation Tel. 03491-40 70 50, www.bowlingpark-wittenberg.de Tel. 03491-49 69-0 is to arrive by bike or after a walk from the train station Johann-Friedrich-Boettger Apotheke Lutherstadt Wittenberg-Piesteritz. CAMPING/MOTORHOMES Lutherstr. 51, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, BANKS Marina-Camp Elbe Tel. 03491-40 28 61 Brückenkopf 1, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Lucas-Cranach-Apotheke Commerzbank Tel. 03491-45 40, www.marina-camp-elbe.de Jüdenstr. 39, Lutherstadt Wittenberg Schlossstr. 1, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Campingplatz Bergwitzsee Tel. 03491-40 20 02 Deutsche Bank Am Strandweg 1, 06901 Bergwitz, Juristenstr. 1-2, Lutherstadt Wittenberg Tel. 034921-282 28, www.bergwitzsee.de CHURCHES Sparkasse Stadtkirche St. Marien Markt 20, Lutherstadt Wittenberg CAR RENTAL Kirchplatz 20, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, HypoVereinsbank Autovermietung Hertz Tel. 03491-62 83-0, Martin Luther’s main sermon church Schlossstr. 23, Lutherstadt Wittenberg Platz der Demokratie 15, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Schlosskirche Wittenberg Tel. 03491-44 08 32 Sparda-Bank Berlin Schlossplatz, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Dessauer Str. 288 a, Lutherstadt Wittenberg Autovermietung Sixt Tel. 03491-45 97 26, originally the castle and collegiate Bachstr. 16, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Tel. 03491-40 90 10 Volksbank church „Allerheiligen“ and university church Collegienstr. 12, Lutherstadt Wittenberg Caro Autovermietung Katholische Pfarrei St. Marien Maiblumenstr. 1, Lutherstadt Wittenberg Mauerstr. 14, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Postbank Finanzcenter Tel. 03491-45 95 00 Wilhelm-Weber-Str. 1, Lutherstadt Wittenberg Tel. 03491-62 85 8-0 Carsharing teilAuto Hoffnungskirche Lutherstadt Wittenberg BIKE HIRE Location: New Town Hall Fleischerstr. 11-12, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Fahrradhaus Kralisch Tel. 03491-43 35 70, Evangelical and Free Church Jüdenstr. 11, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Gemeinde Baptisten Tel. 03491-40 37 03

33 +49 (0)3491 49 86 10 · www.lutherstadt-wittenberg.de Evangelisches Pfarramt Christuskirche COACH STATIONS Veterinary Emergency Services (24 hours a day) Thera Vita An der Christuskirche 2, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, At the main station, Platz der Jugend, Fleischerstraße, Tierklinik Wittenberg, Fröbelstr. 25, Dessauer Str. 13, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Tel. 03491-61 38 66 Berliner Straße Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Tel.: 03491-66 30 15 Tel. 03491-61 23 71, www.theravita.de CHURcH SERVICES DENTISTS Fitnessclub Wittenberg EVENTS Lutherstr. 32 b, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, St. Mary´s Town Church Dr. Torsten Kauerauf Event schedule: www.lutherstadt-wittenberg.de Tel. 03491-40 80, www.physiocentrum.de Sundays and public holidays 10:00 am Collegienstr. 74, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, and in the Tourist-Information Lutherstadt Wittenberg. All Saints’ Castle Church Wittenberg Tel. 03491-40 34 74 HEALTH FOOD STORE Sunday 10:00 am, Easter Sunday – 1st Advent Dr. med. M. Schering FISHING Reformhaus Glaubig Every Wednesday, all year round, you have the oppor- Schlossstr. 11, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Kreis Anglerverein Wittenberg e.V. Schlossstr. 32, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Tel. 03491-40 57 02 tunity to take part in a midday prayer (15 minutes) at Tel. 03491-40 32 94 Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Tel. 03491-45 71 13 HOLIDAY APARTMENT AND ROOM BOOKINGS 12:00 pm (due to building maintenance unforeseen Angelsportverein Wittenberg - West e.V. Thomas Wendt See Tourist Information Lutherstadt Wittenberg deviations are possible). Collegienstr. 59 b, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Tel. 03491-66 23 37 Catholic Church Wittenberg Tel. 03491-40 75 40 Angelsportverein Wittenberg - Stadt e.V. HOSPITAL Saturdays 18:00 pm, Sunday and Tuesday 9:00 am Mass Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Tel. 03491-41 39 98 Paul-Gerhard-Stift, Krankenhaus DIALYSIS Sundays 10:30 am High Mass Angler Verein Neptun e.V. Paul-Gerhard-Str. 42-45, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, KfH Kuratorium for Dialysis and Kidney Transplantation Children’s Service Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Tel. 03491-40 53 20 Tel. 03491-50-0 Bahnstr. 11-12, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, during the sermon at the Castle Church Tel. 03491-40 89 0-0 GENERAL PRACTITIONERS HORSE RIDING CINEMAS [email protected] Dipl.-med. Gerburg Schollmeyer Reiterhof Doris Rauschning Central Kino www.kfh-dialyse.de Lutherstr. 53, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Am Reiterhof 6, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Tel. 03491-61 33 52 Sternstr. 12–13, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, DOCK Tel. 03491-40 25 94 Tel. 03491-40 22 21, www.centralkino-wittenberg.de Reit- und Fahrstall „Mühlengrund“ Rheinstr., An der Elbe, Am Hafen Dr.med. Reinhold Weber Mühlenweg 10, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Sommerkino Wittenberg Lutherstadt Wittenberg Collegienstr. 74, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Cranach-Hof, Schlossstr. 1, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Tel. 03491-40 24 88 Tel. 0177-20 76 572 www.sommerkino-wittenberg.de EMERGENCY NUMBERS Kettler’s Ranch GYMS Police 110 Breite Stücken 3, Kemberg OT Dabrun, Tel. 03491-45 43 50 COACH RIDES Fitness World Rescue/ambulance/fire service 112 Reiterhof Doris Rauschning Pfaffengasse 28 a, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Tel. 03491-61 33 52 Wittenberg Police Station Tel.03491-62 83 0, www.fitnessworld-wittenberg.de Fuhrgeschäft Ludwig Juristenstr. 13 a, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Tel. 03491-41 45 32 Tel. 03491-46 9-0

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INTERNET CAFÉ Freizeitpark Municipal Colletions Wittenberger Bierstuben Wilhelm-Pieck-Str., 06895 Zahna-Elster OT Elster (Elbe), Special Exhibition in the Zeughaus, Juristenstr. 16 a, Jüdenstr. 27, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Tel. 03491-40 81 6 Tel. 0177-64 46 79 0, Tennis, minigolf, skating rink, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Tel. 03461-43 76 091 playground and large open-air stage Opening hours: all year round, Tue–Fri 9:00 am–5:00 pm YOUTH HOSTELS A-Z Archaeological Exhibition MOBILE HOME CAMPSITE Youth Hostel Street: Platz der Jugend Alte Canzley, Schlossplatz 3, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Tel. Schlossstr. 14-15, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, 03491-42 91 90, all year round, Mon–Sat 8:00 am–4:00 pm Tel. 03491-50 52 05 (see map) OPEN-AIR SWIMMING POOLS MUSEUMS LIBRARY See Swimming Pools Stadtbibliothek Wittenberg Luther House Wittenberg OPTICIANS Schlossstr. 7, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Tel. 03491-40 21 60 Collegienstr. 54, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Mon–Tue 10:00 am–6:00 pm, Friday closed Tel. 03491-42 03-0 Apollo-Optik Opening hours: 01.04.–31.10., daily from 9:00 am–6:00 pm Arsenalplatz 1, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, LOST PROPERTY OFFICE 01.11.–31.03.: Tues–Sun 10:00 am–5:00 pm, closed Mondays Tel. 0 34 91-43 26 47 City Administration Melanchthon House Wittenberg Augenoptik Dirk Fest Lutherstr. 56, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Collegienstr. 60, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, 03491-4209110 Jüdenstr. 31, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Tel. 03491-41 06 99 Tel. 03491-42 10 Opening hours: 01.04.–31.10.: daily from 10:00 am–6:00 pm Fielmann AG 01.11.–31.03.: Tues–Sun 10:00 am–5:00 pm, closed Mondays MIDDAY PRAYER Collegienstr. 6, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Tel. 03491-41 48 32 Cranach Exhibition ORGAN St. Marien Town Church Markt 4, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Tel. 03491-42 01 911 Mon, Tue and Thu 12:00 pm – 12:15 pm Opening hours: Summer half-year/01.05.–31.10.: Ladegast Organ in the Wittenberg All Saints’ Castle Church All Saints’ Castle Church Wittenberg Mon–Sat 10:00 am –5.00 pm, Sun 1:00 pm–5:00 pm Sauer Organ in the St. Marien Town Church Wed 12:00 pm – 12:25 pm Winter half-year/01.11.–30.04.: Tue–Sat 10:00 am–5:00 pm, Sun 1:00pm–5:00 pm PETROL STATIONS MINI GOLF Christian Art in the 20th Century Aral Petrol Station Minigolfanlage Altes Rathaus, Markt 26, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Berliner Str. 39, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Lindenstr. 51, 06773 Bergwitz, Tel. 034921-21 94 8, Tel. 03491-42 17 20, Tue–Sun 10:00 am–5:00 pm Tel. 03491-48 11 00 about 25 min. by car from the Lutherstadt Wittenberg ESSO Station Haus der Geschichte Museum Minigolf im Freibad Dresdener Str. 42, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Schlossstr. 6, Lutherstadt Wittenberg, Am Schwimmbad 4, 06895 Zahna-Elster OT Zahna, Tel. 03491-41 46 44 Tel. 034924-20 20 9 Tel. 03491-40 90 04, Opening hours: daily from Sun, public holidays, 10:00 am–6:00 pm

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