Buchenwald Area, 99427 Weimar, Thuringia Germany

Buchenwald (1937-1945) became a synonym for the crimes committed by the National Socialists. Until 1950, the Soviets used the grounds for a special camp; after 1958 the German Democratic Republic established the “Nationale Mahn- und Gedenkstätte” here. After 1990, the memorial was reorganized according to a new concept now also providing for commemoration of the fates of other victim groups. New exhibitions place the crimes in their historical contexts. The history of Weimar and Buchenwald provides a unique historical resonator for historical-political education work. This uniqueness lies in the proximity between the camp and Weimar as a cultural centre, and in the access thus offered to the past. Opening hours Museums | 10 - 18 Uhr The outdoor facilities are accessible daily until sundown. |

Frauenplan 1, 99423 Weimar, Thuringia Germany

The Goethe National Museum is the most important museum for the presentation and study of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe’s life and works. An extraordinary treasure is contained within – the poet’s actual residence with original furnishings and collection pieces. Numerous items from his personal collections are on display in the accompanying exhibition “Flood of Life – Storm of Deeds” which highlights Goethe’s vastly diverse interests beyond his literary production.

Ilmstrasse On the Ilm River, 99423 Weimar, Thuringia Germany

The 48-hectare Park on the Ilm is a marvellously landscaped garden situated on the edge of Weimar’s historic downtown. It was here that Duke Carl August and Johann Wolfgang von Goethe made their gardening ideas a reality. They created a walkable work of art with diverse views of the landscape, park structures and numerous places to sit down and contemplate. Today, the Park on the Ilm continues to offer visitors a place to relax, learn and enjoy nature’s beauty.

Stephane-Hessel-Platz 1, 99423 Weimar, Thuringia Germany

On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the State Bauhaus in Weimar, the Klassik Stiftung Weimar presents the grand opening of the new Bauhaus Museum Weimar in April 2019, showcasing the treasures of the world’s oldest Bauhaus collection. As a place of open encounter and discussion, the museum highlights the early phase of the most influential school of art and design of the 20th century, tying its history to questions of how we envision our living environment today and in the future.

Platz der Demokratie 1, 99423 Weimar, Thuringia Germany

99423 Weimar, Thuringia Germany

The city's old cobblestone outdoor marketplace.

Park an der Ilm, 99425 Weimar, Thuringia Germany

This former vineyard house in the Park on the Ilm was Goethe’s first residence in Weimar in 1776. This is where he wrote the ballad of the “Erlkönig” and the poem “To the Moon”. The cottage, furnished with original pieces of furniture such as the high desk and sitting trestle, was an important retreat for Goethe in his later years.

Schillerstrasse 12, 99423 Weimar, Thuringia Germany

Before he passed away in 1805, Friedrich Schiller spent his last three years at this residence on Esplanade where he wrote his famous plays “The Bride of Messina” and “William Tell”. Today, Schiller’s original desk and bed are displayed in his former living quarters.

Herderplatz 8, 99423 Weimar, Thuringia Germany

This beautiful church is best known for its Crucifixion triptych by Lucas Cranach the Elder.

Schillerstr. 16 Eg, 99423 Weimar, Thuringia Germany

Multimediales Geschichtserlebnis: Zeitreise durch Thüringens und Weimars Geschichte von der Frühzeit bis zur Weimarer Klassik. Zum Weimar Haus gehört ein origineller Geschenkeladen.

Marienstrasse 17, 99423 Weimar, Thuringia Germany

Franz Liszt lived in the former court gardener’s house at the edge of the Park on the Ilm from 1869 until his death in 1886. This is where he gave lessons to many young and talented pianists from Germany and abroad. In 1887 Grand Duke Carl Alexander opened several rooms to the public as a memorial site. All the furnishings in the music salon and study are authentic, including the Bechstein grand piano.

Theaterplatz 2, 99423 Weimar, Thuringia Germany

Weimar, Thuringia Germany

This historic theater was the local stage where both Goethe and Schiller directed their performances.

Weimar, Thuringia Germany

Weimar is a place of art and culture and, unlike any other city in Germany, reflects the ups and downs of the nation. The Classics, the Bauhaus and the Weimar Republic on the one hand, the Third Reich and Buchenwald on the other. I would like to explore this place together with you in an English guided city tour.

Wielandstrasse 2, 99423 Weimar, Thuringia Germany