Karl Marx Monument
A must on any visit: at 7.1 metres, the “Nischel” (Saxon for “head”) of Karl Marx is the second biggest bust in the world.
A must on any visit: at 7.1 metres, the “Nischel” (Saxon for “head”) of Karl Marx is the second biggest bust in the world.
Obligatory for all tech lovers – learn all about the highlights of Saxony’s industrial history including cars and motorbikes as well as fabric manufacturing machines, typewriters and computers.
In “Saxony’s most beautiful knights’ castle”, would-be kings and queens can immerse themselves in the Medieval ages in many events and exhibitions.
Only a 20-minute car journey away, heading north-eastwards, the Lichtenwalde baroque castle makes a great day trip and its park is one of the most beautiful in the whole of Germany. Together with Augustusburg and Scharfenstein castles, Lichtenwalde Castle also forms part of the “trio of stunning attractions”!
This inn serves traditional Saxon cuisine and lovingly prepared hearty and down to earth fare. The idyllic half-timbered building is situated at the foot of the Schlossberg district.
moreShop and enjoy in the town centre: in the Sachsen-Allee, shoppers can explore many stylish specialist shops all gathered together under a glass roof.
moreA great day out for young and old – Chemnitz Zoo is particularly dedicated to the preservation of endangered species and houses more than 200 animal species from all over the world on an area of ten hectares.
moreIn the Oberrabenstein game reserve, young and old can marvel at numerous European wild animals. An exciting excursion at any time of the year!
moreIn this former weaving factory which serves Mediterranean cuisine, guests dine in an industrial atmosphere with exposed brickwork. Dinner is also often accompanied by live music. Reservations recommended!
moreIn this leisure park visitors can enjoy a big wheel, Germany’s biggest slide tower, a water and sand park, tube slide, raft rides, beach fun and much more – and every day promises to fly by as everyone will be having so much fun!
moreAcross an area of twelve hectares of open space and in greenhouses, the Botanical Garden presents the wild as well as crop plants of central Europe and the whole world.
moreIf you love vintage and second-hand fashion, Gems Chemnitz is the place for you. Here beautifully presented fashion gems are given a new lease of life.
moreThe Ristorante Al Castello has been ensuring “momenti italiani” in the middle of Chemnitz’s Schlossplatz since 1999. Select Italian wines and grappa accompany the risotto and pasta specialities.
moreThe Galerie Roter Turm unites shopping, fashion and culinary diversity surrounded by historic architecture in the heart of Chemnitz city.
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