Luther Memorials
- States
- Germany
- Category
- Cultural
- Year
- 1996
- Location
- States of Saxony-Anhalt (Sachsen-Anhalt) and Thuringia (Thüringen)
- Region
- Europe & North America
- Coordinates
- 51.86472, 12.65278
- Last Visited
- 2022
- UNESCO ID
- 783
- WH Site
- 783
The Luther Memorials, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Germany, honor Martin Luther’s pivotal role in the Protestant Reformation. These sites include historic buildings like the house where Luther lived and the church where he nailed his 95 Theses. Preserved from the 16th century, they reflect the era’s religious and cultural shifts. The architecture ranges from simple homes to grand Gothic structures, showcasing period design. This collection offers a tangible link to a transformative moment in European history.