Coburg

The Coburg Electric Car 1888 by Andreas Flocken

A Coburg entrepreneur and inventor was far ahead of his time in this respect. In 1888, Andreas Flocken (1845–1913) carried out pioneering work: his converted carriage, of which only historical photographs remain today, is believed to be the world’s first four-wheeled vehicle powered by electricity. With a range of 12 kilometres and a top speed of 12 km/h, the Flocken carriage purred along the bumpy roads of Coburg and the surrounding area – and amazed both people and animals

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Mous Door Opener day

On 3 October, it’s that time again: ‘Türen auf mit der Maus’!

This year, we’ll be setting off together in search of ‘Little Wonders’. Conservator Heiner Grieb and the Veste’s education team will offer a fun-filled insight into the museum work carried out by the Veste Coburg Art Collections. Details of the programme and registration will be available from mid-September.

The event is free of charge.

Reformation Day at the fortress

In 1530, Martin Luther lived and worked at the Veste for six months. How he fared in Coburg, why he was not allowed to travel to Augsburg for the Imperial Diet, who he had visiting him here - you can find out all this on entertaining costume tours with Martin Luther and his wife Katharina von Bora. The following costume tours are offered on Reformation Day:

11:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.: Guided tours with Martin Luther

14:00 and 15:00: Guided tours with Katharina von Bora

No registration required.

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Coburg Christmas Market

During the Advent season, the Coburg Christmas Market shines with its beautifully decorated stalls and enchants with its fairytale-like atmosphere.

The festively decorated stalls offer regional handicrafts with delicacies such as mulled wine, punch, hearty and sweet treats. A nostalgic carousel is the highlight for the younger guests.
Choirs, bands, and artists create a particularly festive atmosphere around the Prince Albert Monument on many evenings.

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