Kapellendorf, 30.03.2026 – Just in time for the Easter weekend, Wasserburg Kapellendorf begins its new season. Visitors can once again visit the site regularly on weekends, though they should expect construction-related restrictions in the inner courtyard this spring.
- What: Season start Wasserburg Kapellendorf
- Where: Wasserburg Kapellendorf
- Opening hours (until the end of October):
Sat, Sun & public holidays: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Mon – Fri: 08:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. - Restriction: Courtyard closure from April 20 to tentatively May 14, 2026
- Guided tours: Every first Wednesday of the month, 3:00 p.m. (with the castle administrator)
Season Start with Insights into the Construction Site
Regular summer opening hours apply once again to this popular excursion destination between Jena and Weimar until the end of October. Interested parties can take part in a guided tour with the castle administrator every first Wednesday of the month at 3:00 p.m. A special focus this season is on the current renovation work on the so-called Prinzessinnenbau. A specially erected information tent offers visitors detailed insights into the construction measures and the historical significance of this part of the building.
Temporary Closure of the Castle Courtyard
Despite the start of the season, the construction site at the Prinzessinnenbau will have a noticeable impact on visitor operations at times. Due to upcoming transport and construction work to set up the site, the castle courtyard must be temporarily closed to the public for safety reasons. This closure affects the period from April 20 to tentatively May 14.
Background: Wasserburg Kapellendorf
Wasserburg Kapellendorf is one of the largest and best-preserved castle complexes in Thüringen. Its origins date back to the 12th century. Over the centuries, it served as an ancestral seat of nobility, a fortified fortress, and a sovereign administrative office. Today, the historical site is maintained by the Stiftung Thüringer Schlösser und Gärten. The castle is not only an architectural witness to the Middle Ages but also a striking landscape element due to its location in the valley. The renovation of the Prinzessinnenbau is part of ongoing efforts to secure the castle’s structural fabric for future generations.
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Wasserburg Kapellendorf also open on weekends
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