The Albrechtsburg in Meissen is the first “Schloss” ever built in Germany. Here master builder Arnold von Westfalen realized innovative architectural elements such as arched curtain windows and impressive cell vaults. By decree of Augustus the Strong, the legendary Meissen Porcelain Manufactory was founded in Albrechtsburg Castle in 1710. Porcelain was produced here for more than 150 years. The Albrechtsburg has housed a public museum since as long ago as 1881. Today the permanent displays focus above all on the Gothic architecture and the historicist alterations carried out in the nineteenth century. The castle’s role in the history of Saxony, life in the castle, and its use as the first European porcelain manufactory are also featured here. Displays on three floors shed light on medieval building, domestic culture and monumental painting of the nineteenth century. Media stations and multimedia applications intensify the learning experience.
Opening times
March to October: daily 10 am to 6 pm November to February: daily 10 am to 5 pm Closed 24/25 December 1 January open from 11 am to 4 pm
Admission fees
Adults 8 Euro, reduced 6.50 Euro Children 6 years and above 1 Euro Group fee (min. 15 persons) 6.50 Euro per person Group fee, school pupils 3 Euro per person Guided tour 60 min. / 90 min. (not including admission) 3 / 4.50 Euro
Extras/offers
audio guideholiday offersguided tourscafeshopspecial exhibitions
Misc. extras
Guided tours in sign language, adventure tours
Handicapped accessible
- handicapped accessible in all areas
- handicapped accessible toilet
Foreign language offers
Audio guide on the new permanent exhibition (English, Czech, Polish, Russian, French, Italian) Exhibition texts (German, English) Guided tours (English, French, Russian by previous arrangement)
Educational offers
The history of Saxony, close enough to touch - tailored to individual interests and age groups and vividly conveyed Age-group-specific, tailored programmes for children, teenagers and families, with thematic focusses such as: Tisch- und Tafelkultur / Burg oder Schloss? / Mittelalterliches Leben und Wohnen / Taschenlampenexpeditionen Audio guide for children, guided tours in sign language, school holiday programmes on changing themes
Contact
Albrechtsburg Castle, Meissen
Domplatz 1
01662 Meißen
Tel: +49 (0) 3521 / 4 70 70
Fax: +49 (0) 3521 / 47 07-11
