What to do · Meissen
Albrechtsburg Castle, above the Elbe
Information
- From
- €12 per person
- Duration
- 1 h 30
- Season
- All year; closed on Tuesdays
- Who it's for
- All ages; children aged 6 to 16 €4.50
What it is
The Albrechtsburg crowns the castle hill, next to the cathedral, and is considered the first castle built in Germany as a residence rather than a fortress, in the 15th century. Between 1710 and 1863 it was also Europe's first porcelain factory: Augustus the Strong shut the secret in here. Its vaulted rooms tell both stories.
Opening times and tickets
From 1 November it is open Wednesday to Monday from 10:00 to 17:00; from April to October, until 18:00. It is closed on Tuesdays, except public holidays. The ticket office closes half an hour earlier. Entry costs €12 (€10 concession, €4.50 for ages 6 to 16) and includes the HistoPad, an augmented-reality tablet that reconstructs the rooms. In winter the upper floors are not heated: bring a coat.
With the cathedral
There is a combined guided tour of cathedral and castle, "Himmelsburg & Fürstenpracht", every day; from November to February, Monday to Friday at 14:00 and Saturdays at 11:00 and 14:00.
Tips
- Walk up from the Market Square It is ten minutes up the castle steps and lanes; at the top, the view of the Elbe.
- Do not go on a Tuesday It is the closing day.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost?
€12, with HistoPad included; €4.50 for children aged 6 to 16.
Which day is it closed?
Tuesdays, except public holidays.
Can you see it together with the cathedral?
Yes, with the combined ticket or the combined guided tour.
As a familyWith teenagers
