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Ruler's seat, hunting lodge, widow's residence - with its white gables Colditz Castle is one of the finest 16th century architectural monuments of Central Germany - and a popular destination for history enthusiasts.

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Permanent exhibition

Free admission to the permanent exhibition

Special exhibition

Reduced rates apply to enter special exhibition

Arrival & map

Next City:  Leipzig  (50 km)

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Information on how to find us:

Not fully accessible for disabled. More information can be found here.

Arriving by bus and rail:

Information on how to find us by bus and rail can be found here.

Contact

Your contact for museological enquiries

Regina Thiede
(Employee of State Palaces, Castles and Gardens of Saxony, non profit)

Schlossgasse 1
04680 Colditz

+49 (0) 34381 55151

Contact

Your contact for guided tours, meetings & celebrations

Gesellschaft Schloss Colditz e. V.
On behalf of the State Palaces, Castles and Gardens of Saxony, non profit

Schlossgasse 1
04680 Colditz

+49 (0) 34381 43777

Discover our guided tours!

Gain unique insights into the history of Colditz Castle! Find out everything you need to know about the legendary escape attempts from the OFLAG IVC prisoner of war camp. There is so much to discover in our tours and exhibitions.

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Youth Hostel Colditz Castle

You too can live like a royal in the European Youth Hostel Colditz Castle, which is located in the castle. Guests from around the world are welcomed with modern rooms, a friendly atmosphere and excellent cuisine.

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Free accessibility

The events in our Court Chamber and Museum Shop are freely accessible. Unfortunately we cannot guarantee further free accessibility at Colditz Castle.

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