Four planning offices entrusted with design for new Carola Bridge
The collapse of Dresden's Carola Bridge in September 2024 made headlines. A new bridge over the Elbe is due to be completed in 2031. The tendering process ends in a few days.
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Greens declare war on the reed cicada
It is tiny and can cause great damage. The reed glasswing cicada is spreading in Germany and is becoming a problem for agriculture.
With a new hall roof: Dresden's main station is ready for winter
Just in time for the cold season, the new roof with better snow protection is inaugurated at Dresden Central Station. The timing is good: one of the city's most famous Christmas markets is opening soon.
Planning for Dresden television tower completed
Dresden's television tower was a magnet for visitors in GDR times - until it fell into a deep sleep. Now the building is to be reawakened. What the tower should offer visitors in future.
Dresden castle chapel shines in new splendor
"My God, it's beautiful," says Minister of State for Culture Weimer as he looks at the reconstructed chapel of the Dresden Residenzschloss. This is yet another building block for the palace.
Organ removed for renovation of the town hall
In future, the Görlitz Stadthalle is to be both a concert hall and a modern congress center. For the redesign, the queen of instruments will also have to temporarily "resign".
Authorities give green light for renovation of Görlitz department store
The Görlitz Art Nouveau department store is to awaken from its slumber. Controversial issues relating to monument protection have now been resolved. Planning can continue.
Dresden Zwingerhof fully open again after renovation
Now the last construction fence has been removed: the inner courtyard of the Dresden Zwinger has been freshly renovated and invites you to visit - including renewed paths, fountains and modern technology.
Renovated Zwingerhof is ceremoniously opened
After a delay of almost two years, work is coming to an end at the destination, which is particularly popular with tourists.
Reopening of the Zwingerhof in mid-October
The Dresden Zwinger is world-famous and a popular destination for visitors to the Saxon capital. After more than four years, the renovation work is coming to an end.
Renovation of the Dresden Zwinger courtyard nears completion
The Dresden Zwinger is world-famous and a popular destination for visitors to the Saxon capital. For years, construction fences have blocked the view of the inner courtyard. This has now come to an end.
86,000 guests marvel at light art in Chemnitz
Around 86,000 people experienced the light art festival in Chemnitz. Why not only the number of visitors counts for the organizers, but also the debate about the city centre.
Light art festival puts Chemnitz landmark in the limelight
Light show meets vision: the "Light Our Vision" festival not only illuminates well-known architecture in Chemnitz, but also provides impetus for further urban development. What visitors can expect.
Refurbishment worth millions: new life in the Schocken department store
Zwickau was once home to the Schocken department store group. After years of vacancy, the historic building has now been reopened with a new concept.
Former railroad line transformed into green cycle promenade
Cycling into the center of Leipzig - without traffic lights and traffic. This is one of the visions of the "Parkbogen Ost" project. An important construction phase is now underway. But question marks remain.
Traditional company from Dresden gets French owners
Deutsche Werkstätten from Dresden-Hellerau is getting a new majority owner in Ateliers De France. What this means for the future of the traditional company.
Bracelet to chair - Portal to the jack-of-all-trades van de Velde
From houses to posters to umbrella handles, Henry van de Velde designed an almost unbelievable amount. A portal gives an idea of just how extensive his work was - and not only that.
From gray to light: artists set the scene in Chemnitz
Light Our Vision" has already transformed places in Chemnitz into luminous works of art twice. Planning is now underway for the third edition. It is all about people's visions for their city.
Herrnhut gains recognition through Unesco title
Herrnhut has always been called a "small town of the world". As part of a quartet, the town made it onto a list that promises worldwide recognition in 2024.
Town hall tower reopens to visitors after 12 years
From a height of 68 meters, visitors can let their gaze wander over the Saxon state capital from the beginning of July. How much does a tour cost?
Rammenau Castle shows everyday life of nobility and servants
Rammenau Castle in the district of Bautzen has repeatedly served as a movie set. Now a new permanent exhibition introduces visitors to 300 years of the castle's history.
Dresden opens town hall tower to visitors on a trial basis
For twelve years, visitors have no longer been able to enjoy the view from the striking tower. Now the city wants to allow it again, at least in test mode.
Renovation of the Dresden Zwinger courtyard nearing completion
The Dresden Zwinger is world-famous. Formerly a hotspot for princely revelry, people from all over the world visit the baroque jewel every year - which will soon be back in its usual splendor.
Demolition of the remains of the Carola Bridge in Dresden from next week
Now that the debris from the collapsed section of Dresden's Carola Bridge has been removed, the city is preparing to demolish the two remaining trains - a process that is scheduled to take ten weeks.
Greens: Nature conservation associations do not put the brakes on cycle path construction
The construction of cycle paths in Saxony is progressing slowly. The government used to have a target of 100 kilometers of cycle path per year. But this is a long way off.
Great response to "Open day of the Umgebindehaus"
They are a landmark of Upper Lusatia - the half-timbered houses. There are more than 6,000 of these houses in East Saxony. Each one is unique.
City allows more fountains to bubble in Dresden after all
The city council also cut Dresden's fountains and water features for cost reasons. After fierce resistance, the majority of the fountains will now be allowed to gush this summer.
Photo motif Carola Bridge ruin gone - excavators destroy remains
Parts of the destroyed Dresden Carola Bridge hanging down into the Elbe formed a kind of triangle for a long time. Much photographed, it became a symbol - also for the dilapidated state of bridges in Germany.
Demolition of destroyed part of the Carola Bridge almost complete
Demolition work on the Carola Bridge in Dresden has been underway again for a week now. Four excavators are demolishing the remains of bridge span C piece by piece.
Completion of Dresden Royal Palace planned for 2027
The Residenzschloss has been partially under construction for 40 years. The reconstruction is gradually bringing back a great deal of historical splendor and beauty - and princely art treasures.
Dresden Erlwein Prize for family center
Since 1997, Dresden has regularly awarded prizes to exemplary contemporary buildings. The award is named after a city planning officer who set standards in the combination of tradition and innovation.
Renovation of Dresden's Blaues Wunder Elbe bridge from July
Until the collapse of the Carola Bridge, the Blue Wonder was Dresden's most famous Elbe crossing. The structure, which is over 100 years old and subject to heavy use, requires special care.
Theater occupied - director: action is absolutely peaceful
Since Friday evening, activists have been occupying the Chemnitz Schauspielhaus in protest against cuts to cultural and social services. Now the artistic director is speaking out.
Capital of Culture: Activists occupy playhouse
As the European Capital of Culture, Chemnitz is currently enjoying nationwide attention. Now activists have occupied the Schauspielhaus. What are the reasons?
Winter break over - Saxony's smallest castle opens
With an area of just 180 square meters, the Moritzburg Pheasant Palace is the smallest royal palace in Saxony. The picturesque building holds a few treasures on two floors.
Chemnitz shows garages as places of cultural identity
The city of Chemnitz is offering an unusual discovery tour during the Capital of Culture year. The focus is on garages as places of cultural identity.
Chemnitz invites you to the garage course
There are around 30,000 garages in Chemnitz, many of which were built during the GDR era. In the Capital of Culture year, the city wants to make the otherwise unseen visible - and the garages are also in focus.
Millions for the renovation of the Kornhaus in Meissen
The Meissen granary is considered a cultural monument of national importance. The German Foundation for Monument Protection is now supporting the renovation with a generous donation.
Visionary and design legend: In the footsteps of Clauss Dietel
From Erika typewriters to the S50 moped: Karl Clauss Dietel gave many everyday objects a special shape. His traces can also be discovered in the cityscape of Chemnitz.
Greens want easier conditions for timber construction in Saxony
Timber construction is the trend for detached and semi-detached houses in Saxony. However, the rate for multi-storey buildings is stagnating.
Dresden City Forum opens on March 29
The new Stadtforum Dresden opens its doors at the end of March. Visitors can explore the modern administrative headquarters and experience how the city's employees will work here in the future.
Exhibition shows Henry van de Velde and his networks
A Belgian in Chemnitz: on the way to the Capital of Culture year, a new exhibition highlights the work of designer Henry van de Velde. One of his complete works of art can be seen in the city.
Greens call for a review of the renovation of the Dresden TV tower
The Dresden television tower was a popular excursion destination in GDR times. In 1991, the 252-metre-high city landmark was closed to visitors. The planned renovation has not yet been completed.
The Zwingerbauhütte in Dresden: 100 years of responsibility for a baroque landmark
With the construction of large cathedrals in Europe, building lodges emerged over the past centuries. Their purpose was to maintain the substance of the places of worship. A secular building lodge is now celebrating its anniversary in Dresden.
Architects' President Jauck: Using straw and clay
Building is expensive, raw materials are scarce and supply chains are sometimes unstable. Solutions to these problems will be discussed at the Central German Architects' Day.
Demolition of the Carola Bridge in Dresden follows original concept
The remains of the destroyed train of the Dresden Carola Bridge on the Old Town side have been demolished. A special machine is currently turning the debris into fine rubble - then the excavators move on.
Problems with water level during demolition at Carola Bridge
The demolition of the destroyed section of Dresden's Carola Bridge has been ongoing since the beginning of October. The demolition work is on schedule, but there are difficulties.
Carola Bridge in Dresden: Demolition work is progressing
The demolition of the collapsed section of Dresden's Carola Bridge is underway. Long-arm excavators are turning the remains on the Old Town side into rubble - they are now being crushed on site.
Light art enchants Chemnitz - a new view of architecture
A light art trail offers a new perspective on well-known buildings in Chemnitz and highlights places that otherwise receive little attention. Behind this is an architectural vision for the city.
Modernization of the Chemnitz railroad arch completed
The initially planned demolition was met with fierce protest: Deutsche Bahn has now made the more than 110-year-old Chemnitz viaduct fit for the future.
Elster Valley Bridge in Vogtland reopened to rail traffic after extensive construction work
The refurbishment of the Elster Valley Bridge in Vogtland is progressing. Trains can now once again run on both tracks over the historic structure.
Royal parade rooms in the Dresden Residenzschloss completely reconstructed
Four and a half years after the opening of the reconstructed Royal Parade Rooms in Dresden's Royal Palace, their magnificent interior decoration is complete. The last precious tapestries have been hung.
Federal government supports renovation of the late Gothic collegiate church in Chemnitz-Ebersdorf
The federal government's special monument protection program is contributing more than half of the costs for the renovation of the collegiate church in Chemnitz.