Schloss Hartenfels Torgau

Schloss Hartenfels Torgau is a fascinating destination for families wanting to explore history in a playful way. Especially remarkable is the castle chapel, the first and only church worldwide personally consecrated by Martin Luther on October 5, 1544 – a true historical highlight.

Also impressive is the 28.2-meter-tall Great Spiral Staircase, a spiral tower and architectural masterpiece of the early Renaissance. During your tour, you will also discover the bear enclosure, where the two brown bears Bea and Benno live and guard the medieval castle walls.

The Electoral Chambers offer insight into the life of Elector Johann Friedrich and his wife Sibylle and showcase the beautiful bay window. In summer, the terraced Renaissance rose garden invites you to linger and relax with its intoxicating scent and lively atmosphere.

For children from 6 years old, the interactive puzzle adventure 'Time Travel Adventure' is great fun, where they explore the eventful castle history with a booklet and magnifying glass. For bear fans from 5 years old, there is the special family event 'Good Night Visit to the Bear Stables', where they can accompany Bea and Benno through dinner and bedtime.

The permanent exhibition 'STURDY. BIBLICAL. TOUGH.' invites the whole family to participate with interactive stations and avatars of Johann Friedrich and his wife. Learning Location Schloss Hartenfels also offers exciting educational and leisure programs, perfect for school classes and children’s groups wanting to learn playfully.