Wittenberg Castle Church
Wittenberg, Germany
Description
The church where Martin Luther allegedly nailed his 95 Theses in 1517, sparking the Protestant Reformation.
History
The Castle Church, officially the All Saints' Church, was built between 1490 and 1511. It gained historical significance when Martin Luther posted his 95 Theses on its doors on October 31, 1517. The church now serves as both a place of worship and a memorial to the Reformation.
Significance
Birthplace of the Protestant Reformation and site of Luther's famous 95 Theses.