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Gnandstein Castle – A castle like in a picture book

Close to the "pottery town" of Kohren-Salis stands Saxony's best preserved Romanesque fortification: Gnandstein Castle near Leipzig. The von Einsiedel family lived here from the 14th century until the end of the Second World War - without ever letting go of the castle key. Keep, kennel, battlements, shield wall, palace: the fortress high above the Wyhra is a dream made of stone for medieval enthusiasts. When climbing up into the keep or in the late Gothic chapel, guests can still truly feel the spirit of ancient times. An old legend reinforces the medieval aura: to this day, an undiscovered treasure is said to be hidden on the castle grounds. Treasures that have already been found from seven centuries can be admired in the exhibition at Gnandstein Castle.

app "Experience the Castle Country" guests can go on an interactive multimedia tour. In it, Knight Heinrich Hildebrandt von Einsiedel gives fascinating insights into his family history and brings paintings to life with augmented reality.

In addition, the Schlösserland app guarantees a special excursion experience with culinary insider tips, cycling and hiking tours or the best photo spots. The app is available free of charge in Apple App Store or by Google Playstore ready for download.

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Opening hours

Last admission 1 hour before museum closing time.

Note: The Gnandstein Castle Museum will reopen on April 01, 2025 after a winter break.

Days off: Monday

Price information

Price adult: 5,00 €
Price child: 1,00 €
Reduced price: 4,00 €
Groups of 15 or more people: €4,00 per person
Groups School classes pP: 1,00 €
Free admission:
Children up to 5 years,
birthday children,
Owner of schlösserlandKARTE,
Accompanying persons of people with disabilities with the mark >> B <<,
tour guide,
Bus drivers with tour groups,
One accompanying person per 10 pupils or kindergarten children,
holder of the state family pass,
journalists,
members of ICOM (International Council of Museums),
members of ICOMOS (International Council on Monuments and Sites)
Museumsbund each with proof
Information on reduced prices: For LEIPZIG REGIO CARD users
Students aged 17 and over,
trainees,
students
those doing Federal Voluntary Service/FSJ/FÖJ/voluntary military service,
severely disabled people,
Recipients of unemployment benefit, social assistance or benefits under the Asylum Seekers Benefits Act,
Refugees with a residence permit or proof of toleration
holders of a social pass,
Members of the Federal Association of German Tourist Guides and the Association of German Art Historians,
Holders of the Saxon Volunteer Card with valid proof

fitness

  • Bad weather offer

  • for any weather

  • for groups

  • for school classes

  • for individual guests

  • suitable for seniors

foreign languages

German

Hygiene and infection control measures

  • Observance of the hygiene instructions

Arrival & Parking

By public transport: From the main station take the S5X to the Altenburg stop. From Altenburg take bus 264 to Gnandstein, Kohren-Sahlis.
By car: Via the A72, exit Geithain

paid parking at Gnandsteiner Hauptstraße 15

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Ms. Nancy Baumert
Burgstrasse 3
04654 happy castle

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Leipzig Tourism and Marketing GmbH
Augustusplatz 9
04109 Leipzig

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Leipzig Tourism and Marketing GmbH

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