The most magnificent castles and palaces in the Leipzig region

Who does not know her? Saxony's most beautiful knight's castle, which makes Kriebstein CastleLocated in the middle of the Dresden-Chemnitz-Leipzig triangle, it is a very popular tourist destination. On the banks of the river Zschopau - perched on a steep rock - the castle awaits you with its monumental residential tower and the castle chapel with valuable paintings from around 1410. Not only that Kriebstein Room you can admire here, but also furnished interior spaces the von Arnim family see. Events can also be held, as the castle has various banquet halls available for weddings, family and company celebrations.

A highlight for little explorers: The interactive chase. One playful exploration tour through the medieval walls, where the Secrets of the Knight's Castle All other activities for young and old can be found here.

Attention! Due to a lack of staff, the Burgschänke is closed until further notice. 

The Delitzsch Castle has a long history: Already in 1389 Margrave Wilhelm I of Meissen had a medieval moated castle build whose Tower still towers over the Baroque castleIn the meantime, the castle was remodeled into a Renaissance palace from 1535 onwards. The multi-part construction phases ended with the last extension and reconstruction from 1689 onwards. This meant that the beautiful Baroque castle slip into the garment that still exists today.

The French-style exterior and the magnificent interior are an absolute eye-catcher. At the same time, the castle is one of the oldest in northwestern Saxony and can be a lovingly designed Baroque garden feature.

Today it is Cultural monument with supra-regional significance. It also houses a Museumthe Tourist Information of the City of Delitzsch, registry office and castle cellarFor example, the museum shows the castle and city history as well as the earlier life of the dowager duchesses of Saxe-Merseburg in the Delitzsch ladies' castle in the 17th and 18th centuries.

Also numerous Events take place in the castle: There are exciting lectures, family tours and great concerts. The latter are particularly inviting during the Advent season - the concerts are organized by the district music school given.

What else is there to experience? you will find out here.

In an article entitled “The most magnificent castles and palaces in the Leipzig region”, Colditz Castle with its white gables cannot be missed. Landmark and one of the most beautiful Central German architectural monuments of the 16th century stands Colditz Castle high on the rock above the city of the same name.

The castle was originally built during the Renaissance as residence and hunting lodge of the Saxon Electors As a result of the spectacular breakout activities of Allied officers During the Second World War it became famous worldwide. The inventive escape attempts including self-made escape tools are shown in the "Escape Museum" in more detail.

What can you experience here?

Listening stations and historical film material introduce the stories and exhibits of the modern exhibition impressively together. In addition, since April 2024 there has been the opportunity to discover the castle via tablet - in the form of an interactive treasure hunt! With the HistoPad You can go on a journey of discovery through the holy walls alone or together and search for the seven hidden objects that were necessary for an escape. 

Now the only question is whether the escape from Colditz Castle will actually succeed?

Do you want to experience the historical period of the Middle Ages up close? Then head to Leisnig, to the Freiberger Mulde and to Castle MildensteinThe massive walls of the almost 1.000-year-old castle rise up on steep cliffs. 

What can you experience here?

Together with the small thick tower "Frieder Berg" Interested children can take a journey through time through a modern and family-friendly exhibition At the touch of a button, he tells exciting stories and reveals many castle secrets. Instead of a dusty museum, you can expect exhibits to touch and try outSince 2010, a medieval, functional black kitchen has also been open to visitors as part of the exhibition.

But the castle has many more cool experiences for the little visitors! interactive treasure hunt With the Escape Room, the spirit of discovery meets detective skills. The castle can also be actively conquered through various games such as crossbow shooting, lance stabbing, music and dance.

Mildenstein Castle is considered to be particularly familienfreundlich and was awarded accordingly. Find out what else there is to experience here.

Attention! Due to the redesign of the exhibition, the archive vault and the chapel are currently closed.

And another note: Due to construction work at Burglehn/Miruspark, access to Mildenstein Castle is currently only possible from Monday to Friday via the entrance at the castle car park (Schloßberg 20, 04703 Leisnig).