# Marienburg Becomes Capital (1309)

URL: https://germany-history.com/timeline/1309-marienburg-becomes-capital
Location: Malbork, Poland
Categories: main-event

In 1309 the Grand Master moved the headquarters of the Teutonic Order from Venice to Marienburg. The castle became the largest brick castle in the world. It is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Poland.

## Why it matters
Prussia became the centre of the Teutonic Order's power.

Ruler at the time: [Henry VII](https://germany-history.com/rulers/henry-vii)

## Sources
- [Wikipedia – Malbork Castle](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malbork_Castle)
- [Encyclopaedia Britannica – Malbork Castle](https://www.britannica.com/place/Malbork-castle)