The Ratskeller Altenburg is located within the city’s historic town hall and is one of the region’s long-established dining venues. Set in distinctive vaulted rooms, it combines regional cuisine with an authentic atmosphere shaped by history. The building’s architecture defines the character of the restaurant and creates a setting where culinary tradition and local heritage come together. The Ratskeller represents welcoming hospitality and traditional dining, serving as a meeting place for locals and a destination for visitors exploring Altenburg’s historic city center.
Barrier-free information
All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility certified - accessible for people with walking disabilities and wheelchair users".
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- All rooms and facilities that can be used by guests and are accessible are step-free/at ground level.
- There is a gradient of more than 6%. There is a 7.5% incline from the entrance door to the dining room.
- All doors/passageways that can be used by guests are at least 80 cm wide.
- The manoeuvring spaces are at least 120 x 120 cm.
- There are tables that are max. 80 cm high and are wheelchair compatible at a height of 67 cm and a depth of 30 cm.
- There is a public toilet for people with disabilities, which is accessible from at least one side (at least 80 cm). There are folding grab rails to the left and right of the toilet.
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Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- There is no audio induction loop system available.
- The restaurant has tables with bright, glare-free lighting and no lamps standing or hanging above them that could interfere with the field of vision or eye contact.
Evaluation report: Download as PDF
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- Assistance dogs are welcome.
- All areas are brightly lit without glare.
- The font used on the menu is simple and visually high-contrast.
- Information is not available in Braille or prismatic print.
Evaluation report: Download as PDF
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- The name of the business is not clearly visible from the outside.
- The destinations of the trails are within sight, or there are trail markers at regular intervals.
Evaluation report: Download as PDF
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Ratskeller Altenburg
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Ratskeller Altenburg
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Ratskeller Altenburg
(Carsten Schenker)
Ratskeller Altenburg
(Carsten Schenker)