Top Museums in Chemnitz, Germany
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- Mark N35 contributionsA 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.Written 26 February 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Marissa VLimassol, Cyprus3 contributionsMy 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 itWritten 14 June 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Sophie MYerevan, Yerevan, Armenia3 contributionsThe museum includes nice art collection from modern and classic artists and painters. I had a chance to see Bauhaus textile and graphic arts exhibition.
If you miss being surrounded by art in Chemnitz, this is a nice place to be in.
P.s. Also, something nice not connected with art, you can have a coffee in a nice atmosphere in a cafe on the ground floor.Written 7 August 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - WolrdwideLondon, UK235 contributionsWhile 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.Written 21 August 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- michaelavonhayekPrague, Czech Republic8 contributionsI just loved the Villa Esche! We came along with a friend and felt very welcome - though no guided tours were on plan, two nice ladies were ready to tell us about the history, the character and the rooms of the villa.
The villa itself is a very charming example of Henry van de Velde's work on German territory - and a beautiful one, as it keeps a very specific personality, without being fussy.Written 27 November 2016This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Lee TBurnley, UK204 contributionsA place fill of history for anyone interested in railways. Located in the old steam depot at Chemnitz and associated yard there are numerous steam, diesel and electric locomotives in the 2 half roundhouses as well as coach and wagon rolling stock. There is also a small narrow gauge railway on site too. The place is fascinating and the care and attention that the working locomotives get in a working depot is clear to see. Staff on the site were extremely helpful and what was pleasing to note was that complete access to the site was possible without all the H&S limitations found in similar British museums. A perfect way to spend 3 or so hours looking at everything on siteWritten 2 August 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- hans-jaguarSanta Comba Dao, Portugal24 028 contributionsThe Museum for Saxon Vehicles, sometimes also referred to as the Chemnitz Vehicle Museum, is a museum for bicycles, motorcycles and automobiles in Chemnitz. With around 200 exhibits, the exhibition in the historic Stern garage, one of the oldest preserved multi-storey car parks in Germany, deals specifically with the history of Saxon vehicle construction. After reunification and the reestablishment of the Free State of Saxony in 1993, the Museum for Saxon Vehicles Chemnitz e. V. founded by the vehicle restorer and author Frieder Bach. Suitable exhibition rooms were found in the former horse stables of the Klaffenbach moated castle, which was extensively restored between 1991 and 1995. The collectors also received significant support from the then independent municipality of Klaffenbach, which organized and acquired over 100 historic vehicles and other exhibits and made them available to the association for the exhibition. In 1995, with the completion of the moated castle, the Museum for Saxon Vehicles was also able to open. On two floors with a total of around 800 m² of exhibition space, over 120 exhibits documented the history of Saxon vehicle construction. With the incorporation of Klaffenbach into Chemnitz on January 1, 1997, the exhibits became the property of the city of Chemnitz. The high-quality collection and numerous special exhibitions made the museum well-known beyond the borders of the region.Written 31 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jana CPrague, Czech Republic4 623 contributionsI have no idea if this tower is ever opened as it doesn't look like it. But the Red Tower is the oldest preserved landmark of the city of Chemnitz. It was built around the end of the 12th century. At first it was used as a residential tower and for self-fortification, later it was part of the city fortification. The name comes from the red paint of the brick and its former red roofing with tiles.The tower was used as a prison later. It was burnt down by bombings on Chemnitz towards the end of the WWII. It was reconstructed from 1957 to 1959.Written 16 January 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- rossh1Lincoln, UK80 contributionsThe Chemnitz Tram Museum (Straßenbahnmuseum Chemnitz) is a small museum at the side of the Chemnitz tram depot. It is a local museum, specialising in the history of Chemnitz's trams, and I think was originally the local transport company's own collection of trams, other vehicles and historic artefacts.
The most enjoyable part for me was that they offer rides to and from the city centre on their historic trams, and when I visited in early December last year along with your ride on a festively decorated tram, the fare included a glass of mulled wine. Nice. :)
This is an enthusiasts' museum; I'm not sure that I would recommend a family make a special visit just to go there, but if you're visiting the nearby Technical Museum, and the tram museum is open, why not pop in?Written 1 May 2016This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - atheist_trampChemnitz, Germany405 contributionsIn the center, inside the Tietz building, is possible to see the remains of the petrified forest of Chemnitz and the dedicated Natural History Museum.
In the hall the big petrified trees impress for their size and on the first floor a little museum is awaiting the visitors to tell something more about this unusual discovery. Entrance is between 5 and 8 Euro, permission to take pictures cost extra. Inside you will find good explanation about the history of the discovery, a video reconstruction of the happening that runs every 90 minutes and some unique fossils of the Permian period. More there is a collection on living insects and periodically there are thematic exhibits.
An interesting place worth the money they ask forWritten 7 September 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
