The Queen of the Saale Valley

Visible from afar, the Leuchtenburg towers 400 meters above Kahla and the Saale. Its eventful, almost 1000-year-old history holds many secrets to be discovered.
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Leuchtenburg Castle
Picturesque, 400 metres above the valley lies the Leuchtenburg. The castle is a highlight from a historical point of view: The almost 1,000-year-old castle ensemble is unique in its originality. Building epochs from the 11th to the 21st century wait ...
Visitor Center Leuchtenburg
The visitor centre is located in a modern new building on the forecourt of the Leuchtenburg. Tickets for the Leuchtenburg, concerts and events, souvenirs and regional products can be purchased here. In addition to exquisite Thuringian porcelain, ther...
Porcelain Worlds
The Porcelain Worlds are a modern and "surprisingly different" exhibition concept that deals with the cultural asset of Thuringian porcelain and its over 260-year history. The aim of the staging is to break with expectations and bring people closer t...
Porcelain Church
It is unique worldwide. Michael J. Brown, once an employee of the Polish-born American star architect Daniel Libeskind, has turned the old castle chapel of the Leuchtenburg into the first Thuringian porcelain church with his innovative ideas.
The ...
Skywalk of Wishes
The Skywalk of Wishes is a 15-metre long viewing platform on the Leuchtenburg and is part of the exhibition of Porcelain Worlds Leuchtenburg. Before you enter the skywalk, you inscribe a porcelain plate with a heartfelt wish. Then you toss it down on...
Burgschänke - Leuchtenburg
Rustic dining in a medieval ambience. The Castle Tavern offers Thuringian cuisine made from regional and seasonal products. Served in proper style by maids and farmhands.
In addition to the classic restaurant business, culinary events such as knig...
Bistro Leuchtenburg
The visitor center with information, ticket and souvenir store as well as a small bistro is located on the forecourt of the Leuchtenburg. In addition to various coffee specialties, teas and cold drinks, small snacks are offered throughout the year du...