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Discover Chemnitz!

Welcome to the European Capital of Culture 2025

Art and culture, industrial heritage, sport and leisure – Chemnitz offers an impressive array of surprises. Ever since we were named European Capital of Culture last year, the city has demonstrated just how much creative potential it holds. Our aim is clear: we’d like to invite you to discover Chemnitz for yourselves. Because once you’ve been here, you’re guaranteed to see the city in a whole new light.

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We wouldn’t have expected that in Chemnitz – it’s a must-see.

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Tourist Information Chemnitz am Markt

The tourist information centre at the market. Picture: Chemnitz.travel

In the centre of Saxony

How to get to Chemnitz: location, journey and mobility

Der Chemnitzer Hauptbahnhof.
Chemnitz main station Picture: Dirk Hanus

There are many different ways to get to Chemnitz: by car, campervan or coach; by train, long-distance coach, local public transport or the ‘Chemnitz Model’; or by air. Unfortunately, it’s not as easy to get to ‘C the unseen’ as you might think …

Location, getting there and getting around

Culture in Chemnitz

On a discovery tour with our city guides

On a discovery tour with our city guides

In the foyer of the New Town Hall on the market square. Picture: Johannes Richter

Chemnitz is a city full of stories - some visible, many hidden and some waiting to be discovered by you. Between imposing industrial heritage, impressive architecture and creative new places, Chemnitz unfolds a charm that only reveals itself on closer inspection. This is exactly where a city tour comes in: It takes you to the most exciting places, reveals background stories that you won't find in any travel guide and shows you the city from angles that are often overlooked on your own.

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<p>Whether you want to explore the historic centre, discover modern art or immerse yourself in the fascinating industrial history - a city tour brings Chemnitz to life. Let yourself be guided by true connoisseurs of the city, immerse yourself in the "C the Unseen" feeling and experience Chemnitz the way it always delights visitors: surprising, diverse and genuine.

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Experience gastronomy

View of the Innere Klosterstraße Picture: Dirk Hanus

Discover the numerous restaurants and cafés in Chemnitz and indulge in culinary delights. We have put together a few special restaurants, cafés and pubs for you here.</p

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Ideas for leisure time


Themed tours: Discover Chemnitz for yourself

Ideas for leisure time

Tour: The Purple Path in Chemnitz

Tour: The Purple Path in Chemnitz

Picture: Johannes Richter, Inspections

Tour: Discover all 39 city districts