Lutherhaus Eisenach, Eisenach

Name: Lutherhaus Eisenach
Address: Lutherplatz 8, Eisenach, 99817, Germany
Telephone: +49 3691 29830

#3 among attractions in Eisenach

Museum, History museum

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The Lutherhaus in Eisenach is one of the oldest surviving half-timbered houses in Thuringia. Tradition holds that Martin Luther lived there with the Cotta family during his schooldays from 1498 to 1501. The Lutherhaus has been one of the most important historic Reformation sites since the 19th century and, as such, was designated a "European cultural heritage site" in 2011. The Lutherhaus has been run as a cultural history museum since 1956. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 50°58'24"N, 10°19'13"E

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Lutherplatz 8Eisenach 99817 Germany

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+49 3691 29830

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Lutherhaus Eisenach – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bachhaus, Automobile Welt, Das verfluchte Jungfernloch, Eisenach Charterhouse.

~800 ftSE
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Das verfluchte Jungfernloch, Eisenach
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0.4 miSE
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Eisenach Charterhouse, Eisenach
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~660 ftN
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Stadtschloss Eisenach, Eisenach
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~1730 ftS
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~420 ftN
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0.4 miSE
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Karthausgarten, Eisenach
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~1130 ftN
Church
St. Elisabeth, Eisenach
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~1660 ftSE
50°58'12"N • 10°19'30"E
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Lutherhaus Eisenach?

Nearby attractions include Georgenkirche, Eisenach (3 min walk), Georgenbrunnen, Eisenach (3 min walk), Wingolfsdenkmal, Eisenach (3 min walk), Stadtschloss Eisenach, Eisenach (4 min walk).

How to get to Lutherhaus Eisenach by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lutherhaus Eisenach:

Bus

Lutherhaus • Lines: 3 (1 min walk)
Markt / Georgenkirche • Lines: 3 (3 min walk)

Train

Eisenach (15 min walk)
Eisenach West (20 min walk)