11 places in Chemnitz that you have to see

Experience a fascinating journey through the lesser-known but all the more exciting corners of Chemnitz. The tour starts in the Red Tower, the oldest building in the city, which once served as a prison and holds many a historical secret. Following in the footsteps of fitness influencer Lionel Strongfort, you will learn about Chemnitz's unique art history in the imposing City Council Chamber of the New Town Hall.

Discover the cultural wealth in the Tietz cultural department store, where the workplace of the famous writer Stefan Heym has been faithfully reconstructed. At Weltecho, the hotspot for subculture, you can experience the vibrant diversity of a place where art and nightlife meet. A special stop is the Uferstrand, the recently uncovered banks of the Chemnitz, perfect for relaxing moments with cocktails and art.

Enter the cool, historic vaulted corridors of the Kaßberg, which were once used to store beer and provide shelter during the war, and be enchanted by the art in the inner-city art garden. The tour ends monumentally in front of the Karl Marx Monument, the "Nischel", from where you can watch the hustle and bustle of the city from a lofty height. Immerse yourself and experience Chemnitz like never before!