Wittenberg is a City in the federal state of Saxony-Anhalt, located about 80 km south of Berlin and has about 50,000 inhabitants. Wittenberg is best known as an important center of the Reformation in the 16th century, when Martin Luther and Philipp Melanchthon taught and worked here.

Some of the most important sights in Wittenberg are.

The Castle Church: The church where Martin Luther nailed his 95 theses against the sale of indulgences to the door and where he preached. Martin Luther and Philipp Melanchthon are also buried here.

City Museum: Museum documenting the history of the Reformation and the City of Wittenberg.

Melanchthon House: Home of Philipp Melanchthon, today a museum with exhibitions on the life and work of Melanchthon.

Luther House: Home of Martin Luther, today a museum with exhibitions on the life and work of Luther.

The market square: Historic square in the heart of the old town, surrounded by magnificent buildings and cafés.

The Museum of the Lutheran World Federation: A museum documenting the history of the Lutheran Church around the world.

Wittenberg has a lively cultural scene with many theaters, concert halls and museums. There are many parks and green spaces in the City and a rich gastronomic offer. Wittenberg is known for its music schools and music clubs.