"Welcome to LUTHERSTADT WITTENBERG" Lutherstadt Wittenberg by Leipzig

Lutherstadt Wittenberg Travel Guide: 33 reviews and 83 photos

Wittenberg by Leipzig - Lutherstadt Wittenberg

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Wittenberg is located on the Elbe River in the Duebener Heath and was first mentioned in a document of 1180. The town was birthplace of the Lutheran Reformation. In 1517 Martin Luther nailed his 95 theses opposing the granting of indulgences on the door of Castle Church.
Today, Wittenberg has about 55,000 inhabitants.

Last visit to Lutherstadt Wittenberg: Apr 2003
Intro Updated Jul 30, 2007
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Climate in Wittenberg - Lutherstadt Wittenberg

Climate in Wittenberg What to Pack (1)

Rainy season: There is no special rainy season Avg. Temp. in Spring: max.: 9 – 20°C ( 49 - 68°F ); min: 2 - 9°C ( 36... more travel advice

Wells in the city - Lutherstadt Wittenberg

Wells in the city Things to Do (11)

Every market place has such a well. They were built to supply the surrounding buildings with fresh water. Today the... more travel advice

Youth Hostel Hotels (1)

This must be cool: there's a youth hostel in the castle. As I live near Wittenberg I never stayed here. But I bet it is... more travel advice

Corpus Christi Chapel - Lutherstadt Wittenberg

Corpus Christi Chapel Things to Do (11)

The town councilor Konrad Wynman founded the chapel in 1368. Funeral service were held here for burials in the cemetery... more travel advice

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yumyum Aug 8, 2008 at 12:48 PM

I hope to visit here soon :)
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christine.j Dec 28, 2007 at 8:56 AM

After revisiting Erfurt Wittenberg will be the next stop on our tour next spring. Thanks for the tips! There is so much history to see in Wittenberg.
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TheWanderingCamel Sep 23, 2005 at 8:34 AM

Enjoyed Wittenburg very much -such an important place in the history of the Church and such an attractive little town. Good info here. leyle
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tini58de Jan 7, 2004 at 12:21 AM

Very interesting page, Christian, it's another destination on our to-go-list!
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herzog63 Jul 3, 2003 at 5:52 AM

Very interesting! There are so many small towns and cities in Germany that I haven't heard of that are so beautiful! And this is one of them!! Wonderful Photos & a Great history lesson too!
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nepalgoods Jul 2, 2003 at 11:20 AM

Great pics and infos!!!!!
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pepples46 Jun 29, 2003 at 7:56 PM

the Hostel tip looks cool.....thanx for an excellent page Christian
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margaretvn Jun 15, 2003 at 3:12 AM

great page - heading that way in October!
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orlikins Apr 29, 2003 at 3:14 AM

Impressive research - eine tolle Seite ! :-)
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b1bob Apr 10, 2003 at 10:14 AM

Nice job once again, Chris.