Tourism
Around half the globe to the "Theses door"
Photo: epd-bild/ Luther Gedenkstädten/Lukas Cranach d.Ä/istockphotoDestination: Lutherland. The sites of the Reformation in Germany are popular travel destinations.They want to see where the Reformer has lived, get goose bumps at Luther's grave and belt out "A Mighty Fortress is our God" in front of the "Theses door" in Wittenberg. For tourists from both Germany and abroad, the sites of the Reformation in Germany are destinations that create strong emotions. "Once in a lifetime, every Protestant must have visited Wittenberg", said Saxony-Anhalt's Minister of Education and the Arts Stephan Dorgerloh (Social Democrats). In the run-up to the Reformation anniversary, the historical sites, locations and paths attract increasing attention.
Americans follow Luther's footsteps in Germany
More and more travellers from the U.S.A., including many pastors and journalists, are interested in the Reformation sites in Germany and travel to numerous original locations of Martin Luther's life. On their tour through the land, they want to perceive the spirit of these times.
Stimulating the desire in the U.S.A. to travel to the Luther Decade
During a trip to the U.S.A., the state government of Saxony-Anhalt was able to attract potential visitors to the Luther Decade in Germany. Especially in California, the delegation was welcomed "with open arms".
Wittenberg
The most famous event connected with the Luther city of Wittenberg has never really happened: Luther's nailing of his 95 theses to the door of the city church is most likely pure legend.
Eisleben
The Reformer Martin Luther was born in Eisleben on November 10th, 1483, and he also died there. Although the family only lived there for some time, Luther's life has many connections to the fate of the city.
Legends
Good stories are told about the dramatic moments in Luther's life: However, historical evidence for them tends to be sparse. Did the Reformer, during his stay on the Wartburg, really throw his ink well at the devil, because he was disturbed by him during his concentrated work of translating the Bible?
Luther Way in Saxony-Anhalt
The Luther Way in Saxony-Anhalt exists since 2008. Hikers, cyclists and pilgrims can set out on the 410 kilometre long trail between Wittenberg and Eisleben.
