Wartburg

Castle above Eisenach, Thuringia. See Thuringia.

At a glance

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10 Lesser-Known German Cities That Will Amaze YouDW TravelsubjectWhere Luther hid and translated the New Testament into German.

10 Lesser-Known German Cities That Will Amaze You — DW Travel (2026)

Source: 10 Lesser-Known German Cities That Will Amaze You · Original · Readwise highlight

Wartburg Castle provided refuge

  • Role: subject
  • In the video: The Eisenach stop centres on the castle, where Luther hid from his pursuers and translated the New Testament into German; it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Why it matters: The castle is the reason the town is on the list.