Military History Museum Königstein Fortress: Königstein

Weapon systems on display in the ‘Fascination Fortress’ exhibition at Königstein Fortress.

From Stone Age clubs to machine warfare

The exhibition unfolds across twelve chapters and more than 200 objects, exploring how fortified sites and their symbolism have shaped our history – from the Stone Age to the present day, between instruments of war, places of refuge, and romantic imagination.

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Accessibility

Königstein Fortress strives to make visits accessible to guests with disabilities. Thanks to a ramp, the permanent exhibition at the Military History Museum in the New Armoury can be easily accessed by wheelchair or pushchair.

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A Mk53 hydrogen bomb on display in the ‘Fascination Fortress’ exhibition.

Highlights

The exhibition at the Military History Museum at Königstein Fortress, entitled ‘Fascination Fortress’, features numerous exceptional exhibits.

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The picture shows an aeroplane in front of the control tower.

From Stone Age clubs to machine warfare

Accessibility

Highlights

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