The original Romanesque castle chapel was consecrated as St. George's Chapel in 1676. It is considered to be Saxony's first garrison church and was the spiritual center for the soldiers stationed at the fortress for centuries.
The church was reconsecrated in 2000 after extensive renovations. The simple hall building was integrated into the fortress architecture.
The Jehmlich organ is at the center of the interior. On certain dates, "Sunday music" takes place here - short 15-minute concerts that give visitors a musical impression of the space.
The church can only be accessed via the grounds of Königstein Fortress. It is part of the regular sightseeing tour.
Good to know
Openings
From November to March, you can admire the interior of the church through the glazed entrance door.
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General information
Parking Available
Bus stop available
Eligibility
Suitable for any weather
for Groups
Directions & Parking facilities
Train: S1
Stop: Königstein train station
Walk: approx. 25 minutes or take the fortress express
Bus routes: 241, 246
Bus stop: Königstein Reißiger Platz
Footpath: approx. 40 minutes
Bus stop: Vogelstein/Fortress
Footpath: approx. 15 minutes
Timetable information: www.vvo-online.de
Author
Tourismusverband Sächsische Schweiz e.V.
Organization
Tourismusverband Sächsische Schweiz e.V.
License (master data)
Mandy Krebs Tourismusverband Sächsische Schweiz e.V.
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