You are allowed to climb the Torgau Castle's tower and after huffing and puffing your way up a dizzying spiral staircase, you are rewarded with a wonderful view of the area surrounding the castle. This particular view is looking toward the St. Mary Church in Torgau.

By now you are probably thinking, “Is there any town you visited that did not have a St. Mary Church?” Answer: no. Evidence is everywhere of the overwhelming cult of Mary that dominated much of devotional life and practice in Medieval Germany.

Notice too the red roof tiles. As anyone who has traveled in this part of Germany knows, every town center has this same red roof tile. Looking past the church the Elba River twists and turns. The spot for the castle was well chosen, giving the Elector and his troops commanding views in every direction for many miles on a clear day.