The Historic Green Vault was definitely a highlight on our trip. Our kids were SO sick of walking through museums and various "old town" sights of various towns so we were a little hesitant about whether this would capture their attention, but boy did it. The treasures (literal) here feel very accessibly presented and the collection is not overwhelming. I think it took about 90 minutes. In fact, we were all a little sad that we didn't also have tickets to the New Green Vault. Also, the vault rooms are kept relatively cool so this was a great activity for a 35c degree day!See more..
4.5Museum in der Runden Ecke(591 reviews) - Stazi! Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality Museums • History Museums
Original office of the secret police. The building now presents these police documents and their surveillance equipment to the public.See more..
4.5Panometer Dresden(565 reviews) - Alone Worth a Trip to Dresden Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums
Since 2006 the Panometer Dresden, a former gas tank in Dresden Reick, displays the monumental 360° panoramas “BAROQUE DRESDEN” and “DRESDEN 1945” created by Berlin artist Yadegar Asisi in a regular change. The presentation of the pictures on a scale of 1:1 and a 105 m wide and 27 m high surface is supported by the use of light and sound. Standing on the 15 m high platform in the middle of the monumental picture the visitor can thus experience the perfect illusion of immerging into the history of Saxony’s capital Dresden. Between January and May/June the panorama “DRESDEN 1945” broaches the issues of tragedy and hope of the European city. The accompanying exhibition provides an introduction into the immediate aftermath of the bombing raids on February 13th in 1945. Inside of the panorama picture, which is supported by light and sound effects, the incidents of this day get then even more realistic for the visitors and they get the feeling of being directly involved in the happening. The following documentary, showing interviews with contemporary witnesses, depicts Dresden’s reconstruction in the centuries after the bombing. Between June and December “BAROQUE DRESDEN” invites its visitors to a travel in time into the epoch of Baroque, Dresden’s most famous era. Inspired by the numerous vedutas of Bernardo Bellotto, also known as Canaletto, Yadegar Asisi depicts a unique overall view of Saxony’s capital city. Detailed sceneries of the city life and the courtly routine during the Augustan Epoch, dated back to 1695 - 1760, allow the visitors to plunge into the baroque heyday. The accompanying exhibition, held in vibrant colours such as magenta, deep blue and gold, concentrates on the baroque city’s daily life. Numerous exhibits illustrate different aspects of absolutism, court and religion of this time.See more..
4.5Bach Museum(559 reviews) - A must do for Bach fans Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality Museums • History Museums
A museum celebrating the life and works of classical music guru Bach.See more..
The Museum of Man. Just a stone's throw from Dresden's Frauenkirche, the Deutsches Hygiene-Museum invites visitors to experience people and their bodies. For over 100 years, the unique hands-on museum has been offering a look "under the skin". In addition, there are annually changing exhibitions on current topics from science, culture and society. The museum impresses both - from inside and from outside: Nowhere else in Dresden, the world-famous Bauhaus architecture can be experienced better.See more..
Our new permanent exhibition, Our History. Dictatorship and Democracy after 1945, highlights new themes and explores the post-reunification period in more detail. Here, visitors are taken on a journey through history – from the years after the Second World War to life in former East Germany and today’s Federal Republic of Germany. Why was East Germany founded? Who held the power in the country? How did people live, work, debate and celebrate? Why did the GDR fail? How has Germany grown together again after reunification? What are people’s issues and concerns today? To explore the history of a divided Germany and the years after reunification, the exhibition showcases over 2000 photos, films and objects, from the table in the SED’s politburo to parts of the fence at the Federal German embassy in Prague. In addition, contemporary witnesses not only share their own experience of these events, but show, though their personal stories, how political events affect people’s everyday lives.See more..
Do not come here tired! The museum is amazing and like a delicious dish it is worth savouring mindfully and leisurely. It is not only the collection itself that is awe inspiring, but also the way it is presented. The famous architect, who was involved in the project, made a marvelous job of making the atmosphere in the museum warm, homely and intimate.See more..
5.0August Horch Museum(275 reviews) - History of the Audi Brand! Saturday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums
This is a mecca for all car fans and particularly those fans of German cars. The history of various marques is followed clearly and the individual people are featured to give the human side to the visit. Towards the end of the museum there is a reference to the town of Zwickau and it's more recent car manufacture. Well worth the visit in my humble opinion. There are all facilities you would want, a restaurant and a shop with fine books and models to remind you of your visit. Excellently laid out and no restrictions on photography!See more..
Classical music fans will appreciate a visit to Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy's home (now a museum) and his music salon where we hold concerts every Sunday at 11:00. Find information about Mendelssohn's family, esp. about his sister Fanny Hensel.See more..
4.5Grassimuseum(229 reviews) - Keramikmarkt at Grassimuseum Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality Museums • Art Museums
The Grassimuseum, an impressive building complex in Art-Deco style, houses three museums of domestic and international significance: the Museum of Applied Arts, the Museum of Ethnology and the Museum of Music instruments. At the center of attraction in the three museums are their respective new feature of permanent exhibitions and alternating special exhibitions.See more..
4.5Saechsisches Industriemuseum(113 reviews) - Highly interesting place to visit Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality Museums
A lot of industrial exhibtis from Chemnitz' industrial past ("The German Manchester") are shown, most prominent the machines that were used to produce different kinds of textiles. Many of the old machines do still work and are shown in action from time to time. All in all this is a really interesting place to visit and certainly something you shouldn't miss when in Chemnitz. See more..
We made the mistake of NOT visiting this museum our first trip...but went on our second visit to Seiffen...absolutely fascinating.See more..
4.5Dresdner Parkeisenbahn(84 reviews) - A brilliant little railway in nice park Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums
This is a survival of the old communist era childrens railways. It was all very well kept and entirely staffed by teenagers (except the engine drivers). All stations were staffed. On Sunday afternoon there were 2 trains in circuit, one steam and one diesel running a round trip taking about 50 mins, Trains ran every 30 mins. Passengers can hop off, look around (eg Zoo) and get back on later.See more..
What shall I say! Please make a trip to come to The Foundation "German Watch Museum Glashütte" if you are in Dresden for few days. This museum is definitely one of a kind especially for german watch making and its development in horology including world wars affecting on industry. Very impressive with the info (displayed clearly in english and getman) and all arranged in a typical german modern manner. Free audio guide in english or german or czech. We were very lucky to have a guided tour with the museum director, Mr Reinhard Reichel who has immerse experience in german history and horology. It was lovely surprise and is worth to make the effort to visit, even I am not a fan of watches at all. You can also try to book other tours on their workshop and manufactory with local watch makers like Glashütte Original in advance. Highly recommended but give yourself few hours or a day. See more..
4.5Schlesisches Museum Gorlitz(60 reviews) - Görlitz is a gem in Sachsen, and this museum tells its story :) Speciality Museums
I only had 24 hours in Görlitz, and the Schlesisches Museum is a good first stop. You can view multiple painted wooden ceilings dating from the Renaissance in this multi-building complex. There are some amazing carvings to be seen, including a set of coal miner figures carved out of - what else - hunks of coal, as well as various depictions of the legendary figure of Rübenzahl, the spirit of the mountains. Check out the Medieval shop next door and ask the bearded gentleman there to blow one of the big horns for you...straight up out of Lord of the Rings!See more..
4.5Kunstsammlungen Chemnitz(60 reviews) - Great place to be Saturday: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality Museums
The Kunstsammlungen Chemnitz with its three museums is a great place to be. Open und friendl people, interesting art and great exhibitions. And first of all, a very warmly art mediation especially for families and kids. Very positive!See more..
Wood carving is one of the activities the Riesengebirge is known for - no wonder that someone started to collect nutcrackers. Special though is that this museum is privately run and has the largest collection of nutcrackers in the world. And yes, the collection is large, so large that some displays don't offer the space that the nutcracker deserves ...See more..
4.5Markus-Roehling-Stolln(55 reviews) - Ein unvergessliches Erlebnis! :) Speciality Museums
Nico hat uns eingefahren und eine tolle informative Führung mit großartiger Live-Action vorgelegt. Er ist auf die kleinen und alle junggebliebenen Kinder eingegangen und hat allen ein unvergessliches Erlebnis beschert. Sachverstand, Herzlichkeit, Witz,Mundart und einfühlsam sind Umschreibungen die mir bei ihm einfallen. Mit einem Wort: sensationell!!See more..
4.5Villa Esche(52 reviews) - A Must for Van de Velde Fans Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums
Villa Esche – designed by Henry van de Velde in 1902/1903 for the Chemnitz-based stocking manufacturer Herbert Esche – is considered a masterpiece of modern architecture and a historical monument of European rank. The Art Nouveau villa is a highlight of the European Henry van de Velde Route. Today it serves as a conference venue, event setting and location and houses the first Henry van de Velde museum in Germany.See more..
My visit here took 2 days to complete. as I wandered the 3 Floors taking in everything I could. from the beginning of civilisation on the first floor through the ages till reaching on day 2 the fantastic new display or works o fart from pots to jewellery An amazing place to visit with staff that were helpful even when a machine was not available to interpret for me. they found me a book explaining all. The café inside is a must visit too with wonderful cakes and pastries along with really good coffee. I came across a group of schoolchildren visiting that were there about 30 minutes. my goodness it took me 2 days and it was well worth itSee more..
If you want to know how the people of the Erzgebirge have entertained themselves and worked, this fine museum is a delightful way to learn history and be enthralled in the creations of all manner of people of the region. The museum is superb! The name is strange (who would guess what's inside?!), but the museum is excellent, and well-worth any time you can spend there.See more..
4.5Alte Wasserkunst(45 reviews) - An iconic spot of Bautzen Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums
Alte Wasserkunst offers spectacular views over he River Spree, the bridge and castle. I think this is the most lovely and iconic spot of BautzenSee more..
Great and admirable effort to preserve Sorbisch culture and folkore by this museum in Bautzen. The exposition is really nice and interesitng.See more..
Who knew Nudels could be so much fun! So many shapes and types and a very proud place with a history of making them! The tour is all in German and difficult if you are not fluent but going about and watching them made and seeing how it is all done is amazing for adults to see where food comes from today and the technology behind it and for kids simply amazing to see and play with food.See more..
4.5Deutsche Raumfahrtausstellung(37 reviews) - 40 Jahre Raumfahrt(Sigmund Jähn) Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums
Besuch war für uns Erlebnis reich! Die life Schaltung mit der Raumstation war der Höhepunkt.Ein tolles Interview mit Alexander GehrtSee more..
Eisenbahnwelten im Kurort Rathen is the largest garden model train park in the world in gage size G. A perfect attraction for the whole family and all train lovers. On over 7000 square kilometres, 35 model trains drive through miniature replicas of the impressive scenery and local sights of Dresden and the Saxon Switzerland. A restaurant and Bed & Breakfast is also available for visitors of area.See more..
4.5Museum Gunzenhauser(36 reviews) - German expressionists Saturday: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality Museums
While Chemnitz is a rather uninspiring place, the museum is worth the trip. Excellent exhibits especially of German expressionists with large collection of Jawlensky and Otto Dix. Very nice building and set up of the exhibits.See more..
4.5Freilichtmuseum Seiffen(31 reviews) - I love outdoor museums and this one is very nice Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • History Museums
If you are at all interested in the history of the Erzgebirge, this is a must see. Especially the live demostrations of Reifendrehen must be seen to be understood. Note, that craftsman is at lunch from 12 to 1 pm. See more..
Our 4 years old boy was thrilled, especially trains are wonderfull... Children themselves can operate trains and boats, there is really a lot to see (and thumb).See more..
4.5Priesterhäuser Zwickau(30 reviews) - It's remarkable and unimaginable Speciality Museums
G'day We have walked past this site so many times and it just goes to prove that the practice of walking into doorways and exploring pays off. The display in the old priests house is amazing and it's difficult to make the leap back from where we are with appliances and living standards now to where these people were. Ok now this museum links into another by a glass air bridge and it's even more remarkable. In this museum is a much larger more extravagant display of the history of the region. It wasn't until this time did I know that Zwickau had a porcelain industry, coal mining and precious metals industries. There is also a good display of historical armour and weapons from the region (see photos). Now within 50m of all of this is the beautiful St Marian's Cathedral and I highly recommend some quality time in here. I don't know what it is but ..... this particular cathedral is very very peaceful. Cheers RobbeeSee more..
4.0Bergbau-Technik-Park(29 reviews) - If you are engineer Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums
Please note that the park is closed till 10th March 2018See more..
5.0Musikinstrumenten Museum(26 reviews) - The museum curator very knowledgeable Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Speciality Museums
She also spoke English & could play and played a couple of the older instruments Turns out she was a student guitar maker & obviously musical instruments were her passion See more..
In Zittau gibt es etwas Besonderes, nämlich 2 Fastentücher. Eines davon, das Große, befindet sich in dieser Kirche. Man kann es besichtigen und Erklärungen vom Band anhören. Das ist sehr interessant, da die Geschichte des Fastentuches geschildert wird. Dabei sollte man auch die Kirche anschauen, da diese auch sehr schön ist. Auf dem Kirchhof befindet sich ein Friedhof mit alten Grabsteinen. Wenn man Zittau besucht, sollte man unbedingt in diese Kirche gehen, aber auch in das Museum im Franziskanerkloster, wo das zweite Fastentuch zu sehen ist. Für die beiden Museen gibt es eine Kombikarte.See more..
4.5Robert - Schumann - Haus(26 reviews) - Great time at the museum Saturday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Speciality Museums
When my best friend visited me from Berlin, we decided to visit the Robert-Schumann-Haus because we are both musicians. We spent several hours there, learning so many interesting things and I would recommend it to everyone who enjoys music. As someone living in Zwickau I am sad that so few people seem interested in this precious piece of history. I think the museum has so much potential, we loved the time there.See more..
4.5Kulturhistorisches Museum(23 reviews) - Typical of the beautiful restoration of the city Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality Museums
Gorlitz is a stunningly restored Renaissance style city. The Barockhaus and similar around the city are in the process of restoration and many parts of the city are completed . At times it fells like Italy . there is much still to restore but when completed this will be a total must see for visitors to this part of Germany . Its on the German Polish border with easy access into Poland for cheap booze and tobacco!.See more..
4.5Pressnitztalbahn(19 reviews) - First rate steam railway Speciality Museums
This preserved railway deep in Saxony is superb. The effort expended in reopening a section of the Wolkenstein to Johstadt line is clear to see. The locomotives are very well presented and the coaches are beautifully restored. Internally the coaches were very clean and warm on a cold day. The service was frequent and the route very attractive running alongside the river for much of its length. Facilities at Johstadt are adequate but will soon be improved I believe. Everyone on the railway was very friendly despite the language barrier. A small amount of English was spoken to day I visited. For photographers the line is excellent, so many possibilities! Many are easy to reach from the road whilst others require a walk along a forest track.See more..
4.0Roter Turm(19 reviews) - interesting to explore the 'City of Modernism' Speciality Museums
Chemnitz has a name called 'City of Modernism', on the other hand, nice to see new and old are combined, inter-reacting and enhanced... there is a very comprehensive shopping arcade next to the museum... Worthwhile exploringSee more..
A nice little museum about the lost mining industir in the Ertz mountains. A very DDR feeling but interesting. Buy some cards for a few EurocentSee more..
4.5Sächsisches Brauereimuseum(17 reviews) - Brauerei Rechenberg Spent More than 3 hours Speciality Museums
This is an old brewery site in the region of Osterzgebirge in Saxony. The complex consists of the historic brewery buildings and new production facilities. The museum located in the old buildings offers guided tours. There is also a restaurant and a souvenir shop. The place can be easily reached from Freiberg (30 km through a picturesque landscape).See more..
A life long steam buff. I found out that Chemnitz has a railway museum. Not only that it has two working round houses packed full of big steam locos. I first paid the museum back in January this year (2016) but it was all but closed for the winter. Going again this Friday. More pictures to follow. From wait have already seen this is a train lovers heaven. A must visit.See more..
4.5Schaustickerei(16 reviews) - Fascinating Introduction to the Lace and Embroidery Industry in Plauen Speciality Museums
This is truly a special place. Be sure to take the individualized tour of lace and embroidery machinery from the late 19th and early 20th century. Amazingly, the machinery still works as the guide demonstrated to us. I never saw anything comparable to this. Also, lots of vintage photos on the property.See more..
4.0Rauchermannmuseum(16 reviews) - a wonderland for children and adult Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums
If you happen to be in "Erzgebirge" which is a skiing and rehab- region don't miss the opportunity to visit this unique museum. There is a collection of all possible "Räuchermännchen" und "Räucherhäuser", traditional handmade incense burners from the region. One forgets the time and space and gets lost in a wonderland. The entrance fee is very affordable and there is an attractive shop when you can purchase some of the incense burners.See more..
Abgesehen vom schönen Schloss lohnt sich die Falknershow. Der Falkner bringt es gerade Kindern auf anschauliche Weise bei wie wer was womit gejagt hat. Spitze und vom Preis her (5€ für Erwachsene, 4 für Kinder )hätte ich nimmer 90 Minuten Programm erwartet. Klasse.See more..
4.5Neudorfer Suppenmuseum(14 reviews) - A "must see" for children and adults Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums
If you're in Saxony, you should visit this unique museum. The history and background is as attractive as the museum itself. Children grown up with microwaves and electric ovens don't know many of the objects here. Everything is attractive and interesting. A kind of nostalgy for my generation and curiosity for children.See more..
Unbelievable large. It reminded us of a large machine in a transformer movie. 180+ tall and 2 football long. Great view of the lake and country side.See more..
This specialty museum is worth a visit when you are in the area. The miners of the Erzgebirge region carved wood when they were no longer mining. There are wonderful examples here. No English here, however.See more..
4.0Soldaten an der Elbe(13 reviews) - Tiny (free-of-charge) exhibition to remember in Torgau Speciality Museums
In "The Soldiers on the Elbe" exhibition you can see 50 big photos from 1945 when the US and Soviet Red Army met by Torgau: the fact that made the town famous and inspired life-changing events for e.g. Joe Polowski. You can pick up an English description of the pictures too and can see the area of Torgau, soldiers and officers (even a lady from the Soviet Red Army), can see a US flag from 1945 and can easily spend 30-45 minutes inside. Since it is free of charge and there are not too many sites in Torgau I would call this one a must.See more..
