Get unique insights into the nearly 1000-year history of Colditz Castle! Learn interesting facts about the Renaissance, the legendary escape attempts from the prisoner of the war camp Oflag IV C, or the architectural history. Our tour guides will take you and show you the most impressive places, such as the castle chapel, the attic with the glider, or the escape tunnels.
The tours are suitable for adults as well as for children's groups. The content is tailored to the respective age groups.
1,000 years of castle history - Guided Tour
The castle tour gives an overview of the diverse history of Colditz Castle. Find out interesting details about the historical buildings and moving fates from around 1,000 years of castle history. Learn more about the castle of Frederick the Wise, protector of Martin Luther, to the fates of prisoners during World War II and the castles use as a hospital in the late 20th century.
| Duration: | ca. 2 hours |
| Groups: | max. ca. 20 people (larger groups upon request) |
| Groups up to 10 people: | minimum guide fee EUR 150,00 |
| Groups of 11 people or more: | EUR 15,00 per person |
| Groups of 11 people or more (reduced): | EUR 12,50 EUR per person |
| Groups of 11 people or more (children till 16 years): | EUR 8,50 EUR per child |
| Additional booking for HistoPad: | 3€ per person (If you would like to explore the entire museum individually with the HistoPad after the guided tour, please plan for approximately 90 minutes.) |
Legendary Escapes - Guided Tour (April to October)
Discover the “Legendary Escapes” of Colditz Castle through an exclusive Guided Tour. Immerse yourself in the authentic historical locations of the former POW camp Oflag IV C, including the Theater and the Pat-Reid-Cellar, which are not part of the museum experience. Uncover fascinating insights into the conditions of imprisonment under the Geneva Convention and the remarkable ingenuity of the imprisoned Allied officers. Follow the escapes of Airey Neave, Pat Reid and more.
We highly recommend this Guided Tour as an addition to your museum visit, as it offers experiences beyond what the museum covers.
Not suitable for walking-impaired guests.
| Duration: | ca. 1,5 hours |
| Groups: | max. ca. 15 people (larger groups upon request) |
| Groups up to 7 people: | minimum guide fee EUR 161,00 |
| Groups of 8 people or more: | EUR 23,00 per person |
| Groups of 8 people or more (reduced): | EUR 20,50 EUR per person |
| Groups of 8 people or more (children aged 6 - 16): | EUR 16,50 EUR per person |
The price includes the ticket for the museum with the Histopad. Please plan for an additional 90 minutes after the guided tour for your individual visit to the museum with the HistoPad.
The Legendary Escapes Tour is also offered on many dates as a public guided tour. Here you can book individually. You can find the dates in our event calendar.
Low-barrier Guided Tour
The Low-barrier Guided Tour enables handicapped and elderly guests to experience the ground floor level of the castle. Have a look inside the Chapel, the medieval electoral chambers and the gallery depot. Discover the upper floors digitally through the use of our HistoPad.
Not accessible for people in wheelchairs.
| Duration: | ca. 1,5 hours |
| Groups: | max. ca. 20 people (larger groups upon request) |
| Groups up to 10 people: | minimum guide fee EUR 130,00 |
| Groups of 11people or more: | EUR 13,00 per person |
| Groups of 11 people or more (reduced): | EUR 10,50 EUR per person |
Guided Tour for kids
What was life like at the castle? What made Frederick the Wise so wise? Are you only allowed to speak very quietly in the whisper arch? Why is there a glider in the attic of the castle? Find out the Answers to these and many other questions on the Tour. Discover Colditz Castle and its exciting stories.
| Duration: | ca. 1,5 hours |
| Groups: | max. ca. 25 kids (larger groups upon request) |
| Groups up to 15 kids: | minimum guide fee EUR 105,00 |
| Groups of 16 kids or more: | EUR 7,00 per person |
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