Porcelain worlds on the "Leuchtenburg"
An exciting change between old and new awaits visitors of the Leuchtenburg, where the Middle Ages meet porcelain. Not only can you explore a castle complex that has grown over 800 years, but you can also discover the fascinating world of porcelain. The exhibition concept captivates with its show far removed from the museum character. The visitor marvels at Chambers of Wonders, experiments in an alchemist's kitchen, takes a seat at a princely table or dares to go on a 20-meter-long skywalk in order to shatter the porcelain of his dreams in the depths, because: "Shards bring luck"! Equipped with two elevators and new pavement, the new exhibitions and large parts of the castle complex are barrier-free and suitable for wheelchair users with companions.
Barrier-free information
All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility certified - partially accessible for people with walking disabilities".
Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- There are three unmarked parking spaces for people with disabilities.
- All rooms and facilities that are accessible to guests are step-free/at ground level or accessible via an elevator.
- There are no slopes with a gradient of more than 7%.
- All doors/passages and paths that are accessible to guests are at least 80 cm wide.
- Most exhibits and information are visible while seated.
- The counter/cash desk is 93 cm high.
- Seating is available.
- Wheelchair compatible tables are available in the Burgschänke and in the bistro at the information desk (maximum height 80 cm, wheelchair accessibility at a height of 67 cm and a depth of 30 cm).
- There are two public toilets for people with disabilities, which are accessible from both sides (minimum 80 cm). There are folding grab rails to the left and right of the toilet.
- Guided tours are offered for people with walking disabilities and wheelchair users. Advance booking is required.
- Mobile or fixed seating is available for people with walking disabilities, which can be used during the tour.
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Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- There is no alarm.
- There is no audio induction loop.
- An outgoing emergency call in the Burgschänke lift is confirmed acoustically. An outgoing emergency call in the Porzellanwelten lift is not confirmed. Alternatively stairs are available.
- The information on the exhibits is predominately provided in written form.
- In the castle tavern and in the bistro at the information desk there are tables with bright and glare-free lighting, on which there are no lamps standing or hanging that restrict the field of vision or eye contact.
- There is a seating area with low background noises (e.g. seating corner, separate room) in the bistro at the information desk.
- Guided tours are offered for people with hearing disabilities, but not for deaf people. Advance registration is required.
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Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- Assistance dogs are welcome.
- Signage (for orientation) is designed in easily legible, high-contrast lettering.
- All elevated areas accessible to guests are brightly lit without glare.
- The entrance area is not designed with high visual contrast.
- An outgoing emergency call in the Burgschänke lift is confirmed acoustically. An outgoing emergency call in the Porzellanwelten lift is not confirmed. Alternatively stairs are available.
- Steps do not have high-contrast edges.
- Stairs have at least one handrail on one side.
- Information about the exhibits is visually high-contrast.
- Seating is available.
- Information is not available in relief or Braille.
- No guided tours are offered for visually impaired and blind people.
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Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.
- The name of the castle is clearly recognizable from the outside.
- The information on the exhibits is predominately provided in written form, but not in easy language.
- In the bistro at the information the dishes are visibly presented (buffet, bar).
- Guided tours are offered for people with cognitive impairments. Advance registration is required.
- The content (e.g., exhibits) of the guided tour for people with cognitive impairments is easy to understand or is explained in an easy-to-understand manner (e.g., pictorially).
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