Wittenberg
Germany · Saxony-AnhaltDE
Town in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany
Wittenberg, officially Lutherstadt Wittenberg, is the fourth-largest town in the state of Saxony-Anhalt, in the Federal Republic of Germany. It is situated on the River Elbe, 60 kilometers (37 mi) north of Leipzig and 90 kilometers (56 mi) south-west of the reunified German federal capital city of Berlin, and has a population of 46,008 (2018).
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 45,588
- Coordinates
- 51.866, 12.650
- Timezone
- Europe/Berlin
- Elevation
- 67 m
Overview of Wittenberg
Wittenberg is the kind of small town you find in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany. Its resident count stands at approximately 45,588. And it shows in how much there is to see. Its strongest draws are culture, nature and nightlife. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.
Things to do in Wittenberg
Culture in Wittenberg
(1)Culture in Wittenberg covers Religious Sites. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Wittenberg.
Nature in Wittenberg
(1)The nature shortlist for Wittenberg: Nature Reserves. It is a direct read of Wittenberg's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Nightlife in Wittenberg
(1)Nightlife in Wittenberg covers Festival. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Wittenberg.
More to do in Wittenberg
(1)The other activities shortlist for Wittenberg: Fishing. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Wittenberg. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Best time to visit Wittenberg
April to June and September to October keeps outdoor plans comfortable.
Getting there & around
Wittenberg rewards a slow approach — a hub in Saxony-Anhalt, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to Europe/Berlin on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Wittenberg that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Wittenberg known for?
- Travellers associate Wittenberg with culture, nature and nightlife. It sits in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany and counts about 45,588 residents.
- What can you do in Wittenberg?
- Wittenberg is tagged with Religious Sites, Nature Reserves and Festival, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Wittenberg?
- April to June and September to October keeps outdoor plans comfortable.
- Where is Wittenberg located?
- Wittenberg belongs to Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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