Bernburg Castle Museum

Perched dramatically on the banks of the River Saale, Museum Schloss Bernburg is housed inside a genuine medieval castle that's been beautifully restored since reunification. Inside, you'll find a surprisingly deep dive into the region's history spanning prehistoric times all the way to the modern era. The setting alone makes it worth a visit — it's not every day you get to wander through actual castle rooms while learning about Saxony-Anhalt's past.