--- title: "Torgau Castle Church" url: "https://www.lutherweg-sachsen.de/en/poi/torgau-castle-church" description: "At the center of the room is the pulpit, which focuses on the Word of God. Its pictorial motifs and ornate color scheme can be traced back to Lucas Cranach the Elder. The organ rises impressively above the simple communion table, which forms the altar, and underlines the outstanding importance of church music. Johann Walter composed a seven-part motet for the ceremonial inauguration of the chapel, which paid musical tribute to the occasion. The current organ, created in 1994 by master organ builder Peter Vier, impresses with its mid-range tonality, which makes the music of the Reformation period sound particularly authentic. The chapel is referred to as both the \"castle chapel\" and the \"castle church\" - both names are commonly used and testify to its historical and spiritual significance. The town of Torgau is a stop on the Luther Trail Saxony." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/2716000/515d24597cd73ea574a50d1b4485de181636968eb2264816cff04e649c271875/schlosskirche-torgau.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Luther Trail in Saxony > Special > Destination.Data Details > Poi" --- Share Torgau Castle Church ==================== - Church - Chapel - Culture and event venue Schlosskirche Torgau The Torgau Castle Chapel is considered the first Protestant church building and was consecrated by Martin Luther himself on October 5, 1544. At the center of the room is the pulpit, which focuses on the Word of God. Its pictorial motifs and ornate color scheme can be traced back to Lucas Cranach the Elder. The organ rises impressively above the simple communion table, which forms the altar, and underlines the outstanding importance of church music. Johann Walter composed a seven-part motet for the ceremonial inauguration of the chapel, which paid musical tribute to the occasion. The current organ, created in 1994 by master organ builder Peter Vier, impresses with its mid-range tonality, which makes the music of the Reformation period sound particularly authentic. The chapel is referred to as both the "castle chapel" and the "castle church" - both names are commonly used and testify to its historical and spiritual significance. The town of Torgau is a stop on the Luther Trail Saxony. Read more Stadt Torgau in der LEIPZIG REGION Good to know ------------ Openings The church may also be closed on some days if the opening hours cannot be guaranteed in terms of staffing. Read more Accessibility **Saxony Barrier-Free** **Notes on accessibility / deviations from the pictograms:** - The castle chapel is wheelchair accessible - The toilet for wheelchair users is located in the castle Parking - indicated disabled parking space available Entrance to the facility / paths within the facility - Door width min. 90 cm - Stepless access (max. 3 cm) or ramp Accessible toilet - Door width min. 90 cm - Stepless access (max. 3 cm) or ramp - Movement area in front of toilet bowl min. 150x150 cm - Area left or right of the toilet bowl min. 90 cm - Hinged hand rails at the side of the toilet bowl provided Read more Directions & Parking facilities Anreise Freeway A9 Munich-Berlin → Schkeuditzer Kreuz → then A14 → Leipzig Nord-Ost exit (50 km) → Bunderstraße B87 A9 Berlin-Munich → Coswig exit → via Wittenberg to Torgau (approx. 70 km) → Bunderstraße B182 A14 Dresden-Halle → Mutzschen exit → via Wermsdorf to Torgau (approx. 40 km) A14 Halle-Dresden → Leipzig Nord-Ost exit → via Eilenburg to Torgau (approx. 50 km) → Bunderstraße B87 A13 Berlin-Dresden → Duben exit (approx. 70 km) → Bunderstraße B87 Federal highway - B87, B182, B183 Parken Parking lot P1, Straße der Jugend / An der Turnhalle Parking lot P2, Bastion / Straße der Jugend Parking lot P3, Elbbrücke Parking lot P4, Pestalozziweg landing stage Parking lot P5, Elbstraße Parking lot P6, Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz Öffentliche Verkehrsmittel Travel via the Leipzig - Torgau - Falkenberg - Cottbus/Hoyerswerda rail link (S 4 or RE 10) Read more Author Anja Bauermeister Organization Stadt Torgau in der LEIPZIG REGION License (master data) Anja Bauermeister Nearby ------ View on map - Place of interest - Palace - Church - Church - Tours 18.53 km - Pilgrimage route Contact Elbstraße 04860 Torgau