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The Wartburg Castle is located near the town of Eisenach in Thuringia, Germany. The history of the Wartburg Castle begins in 1067 when Ludwig der Springer, the count of Schauenburg, founded the castle. The one thing that many people who have done any reading on the history of the Protestant Reformation are likely to remember about the Wartburg Castle is that beginning in 1521 Martin Luther sought refuge and spent time hiding there after returning from the Diet of Worms, having been excommunicated by the pope and outlawed by the emperor. While staying at the castle, he completed his translation of the Bible to the German language. Today, there is still a room in the castle that is called the Luther Room.

The Wartburg Castle is perhaps best known for its connection with the life of Martin Luther.

The castle of Wartburg has many different stylistic features in its architecture, including Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, and Historicism. This castle was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999. It remains a popular tourist destination, largely due to its significance in shaping the history.