Holiday activity during the Easter holidays at KinderDomusMerseburch

Step into the world of emperors and kings. Our cathedral has seen a lot in its 1000-year history. Children can discover numerous myths and legends, important historical events and true celebrities of the Middle Ages among the ancient walls. In the KinderDomusMerseburch, we go on a fascinating search for clues together during the holidays, encounter thieving ravens, centuries-old magic formulas and the secrets of the cathedral building.

Prior booking via our Visitor Centre is strictly required.

Dates

Wednesday, 1 April 2026 | 10 a.m.
„The Merseburg magic spells“
Does magic exist? Over 1000 years ago, people believed in miracles and placed great hope in the power of their words and the assistance of the gods. Merseburg Cathedral preserves a globally unique treasure from this period: the Merseburg spells, the only surviving pagan incantations in Germany. We go to the places where the spells were found and explain to the pupils how people lived, worked and spoke at that time. We also try out the mystical-sounding Old High German language ourselves and decipher the mysterious Carolingian minuscules. Who will join in the magic?

Our places in the KinderDomusMerseburch are primarily reserved for holiday children. Accompanying persons (max. 1 per child) receive discounted admission to Merseburg Cathedral including participation in a public guided tour of the cathedral. They pay only € 9.00 instead of € 12.50.