The towers "Lichte Jupe" and "Dinstere Jupe" have stood in Rochlitz for more than 600 years. Rochlitz Castle was built in the 10th century as a castle to secure victory over the West Slavs. Princes later ruled between warlike sieges. But Rochlitz Castle also experienced brighter times: Dedo von Groitzsch, known as "the Fat", promoted the settlement of the Rochlitz region. Margrave Wilhelm the One-Eyed had the castle converted into a residential palace. Duchess Elisabeth of Saxony paved the way for the Reformation during the Schmalkaldic War. The lovingly restored princely house with its stately rooms and magnificent dining hall is particularly impressive. In an interactive exhibition, young and old experience the history of the "forgotten Wettins".
App "Experience the Castle Country" Guests can experience an interactive multimedia tour through the historic rooms of the castle. The famous Elisabeth von Rochlitz also appears in augmented reality and shows a secret hiding place.
The Schlösserland app guarantees a special excursion experience tailored to your individual taste with culinary insider tips, cycling and hiking tours or the best photo spots for a perfect day at Rochlitz Castle. The app is available free of charge in Apple App Store or by Google Playstore is available for storage, management and analysis.
castle country map Guests can visit Saxony's most beautiful palaces, castles and gardens whenever they want. And the best thing is: you save money. All exhibitions are free with the SchlösserlandCARD. Two children up to 16 years of age can accompany the cardholder free of charge. Did you know? The SchlösserlandCARD can also be purchased digitally using the "Schlösserland erleben" app. This means you always have your personal entrance ticket on your smartphone
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Price information
Children up to 5 years,
birthday children,
Owner of schlösserlandKARTE,
Accompanying persons of people with disabilities >>B<<,
tour guide,
Bus drivers with tour groups,
One accompanying person per 10 pupils or kindergarten children,
holders of the state family pass,
journalists and
members of ICOM, ICOMOS and German Museums Association
(each with proof).
Students aged 17 and over,
trainees,
students,
those completing 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 tolerated status,
holders of a social pass,
Members of the Federal Association of German Tourist Guides and the Association of German Art Historians as well as
holders of the Saxon Volunteer Card
(each with valid proof)
fitness
Bad weather offer
for any weather
for groups
for school classes
for individual guests
suitable for seniors
foreign languages
Accessibility
- In addition to guided tours in sign language, guided tours for the blind and visually impaired as well as offers for people with intellectual disabilities are also offered.
- There is nothing “off the shelf” – the offers are tailored to the individual needs of the visitors.
- Barrier-free tour that overcomes a few hurdles and still allows visitors to experience the important highlights such as the late Gothic castle chapel or the huge black kitchen.
Help/Offers for blind and visually impaired people
Help/Offers for Deaf and Hearing-Impaired People
Help/Offers for people with learning and mental disabilities
Arrival & Parking
By car: Take the A72 to the Rochlitz exit, then continue on the B175. There is a free car park close to the city centre on Uferstrasse.
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Event Manager Schloss Rochlitz Peggy Martin
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Leipzig Tourism and Marketing GmbH
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Leipzig Tourism and Marketing GmbH
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