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 a.m.–6 p.m. (closed Tuesdays), November to February daily 10 a.m.–5 p.m. (closed Tuesdays), closed December 24 and 25, open January 1 from 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Admission fees
Adults, 12 euros; concessions, 10 euros; children aged 6 and over, 4.50 euros; group rate for 15 or more people, 10 euros per person; group rate for schoolchildren, 4.50 euros per person; guided tour, 1 hour/1.5 hours (plus admission), 5/7 euros.
Extras/offers
audio guideholiday offersguided tourscafeshopspecial exhibitions
Misc. extras
Histo-Pad, visitor area
Handicapped accessible
- handicapped accessible in all areas
- handicapped accessible toilet
Foreign language offers
Histo-Pad, 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
