A reconstructed house on the foundations of Luther's birthplace, presenting his family background and childhood in Eisleben's mining economy before his move to Wittenberg.
The original house burned down in 1689, and the 1693 reconstruction on the same foundations was later used as a school before becoming a museum. Luther's father worked as a leaseholder in the local copper-mining industry that dominated Eisleben's economy, and the museum's exhibits connect Luther's family circumstances to the wider social and economic conditions of 15th-century Saxon mining towns, alongside period rooms and Reformation-era print materials.
| Admission | €6 (~$6) adult; €5 (~$5) concession |
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| Hours | Apr-Oct: Tue-Sun 10:00-18:00; Nov-Mar: Tue-Sun 10:00-17:00 |
| Address | Lutherstrasse 15, 06295 Lutherstadt Eisleben, Germany |
Why it matters
Marks the site of Martin Luther's birth on 10 November 1483, tying the Reformation's origin to Eisleben's copper-mining economy and Luther's family background.
Site facts
- Built
- Original house 15th century; rebuilt 1693 after fire
- Style
- Reconstructed 17th-century townhouse
- UNESCO listing
- Part of the UNESCO 'Luther Memorials in Eisleben and Wittenberg' (1996)
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Location
Lutherstrasse 15, 06295 Lutherstadt Eisleben, Germany
51.5273, 11.5478 View on map
Highlights
- 1693 reconstruction on the original foundations
- Exhibits on Luther's family and Eisleben's copper-mining economy
- Part of the combined Luther Memorials UNESCO listing
Tips for visiting
- Buy a combined ticket with the Death House, a 5-minute walk away
- St. Peter and Paul's Church, where Luther was baptized, is a short walk from the house
When to visit
Any season; pairs well with the Death House for a half-day Eisleben visit.
Accessibility
Ground floor accessible; upper rooms reached by a narrow historic staircase.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this the original 1483 building?
No, the original house burned down in 1689; the current building is a 1693 reconstruction on the same foundations.