Melanchthonhaus — Attraction in Wittenberg

This is the house of Philip Melanchthon, part of the Luther Museums. Melanchtlon "was a German Lutheran reformer, collaborator with Martin Luther, the first systematic theologian of the Protestant Reformation, an intellectual leader of the Lutheran Reformation" according to Wikipedia. According to the museum website "One of the most beautiful residences in Wittenberg was built for the scholar Philipp Melanchthon by Elector John Frederick I in 1536. He built the house to commit the scholar to staying on as a professor at his university. The impressive house offered ample space for Melanchthon and his family, as well as numerous students. He lived here until his death in 1560.

In the historic Melanchthon House you can literally walk in the footsteps of one of the most important protagonists of the Wittenberg Reformation. The house has barely changed over the...

Recommended for people interested in the church reform and its co-reformers, wheelchair accessible

I'm very linked to the church reform which today is nearly completely put to Martin Luther. This is why I like the fact that the Melanchtonhaus offers an insight into another reformer who supported Luther in many ways. I got to know a couple of things I hadn't know, although I am into the topic. Only four stars because it's not signposted in English and because the first, actually original building does not show any original objects. These are to be found in the modern part. I assume for conservation purposes. Still, it feels strange...

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Another good place to visit while visiting Wittenberg. Your stop at this place will complement your understanding of the life style and historical context of Martin Luther. There is a collection of objects, including clothes of that time, as well as a good description of the house and its rooms. Also, a short story about Melanchthon and his relation with Martin Luther. There are individuals tickets, however I recommend getting a combined ticket of Lutherhouse and...