Chemnitz can confidently present itself as the European Capital of Culture 2025, according to Alexander Dierks, President of the State Parliament. "The people of Chemnitz can be proud of their city: With its industry and inventive spirit, Chemnitz has always made a decisive contribution to Saxony's prosperity and cultural diversity," explained Dierks with a view to the opening of the Capital of Culture year celebrations on Saturday.
"People from all over Europe are looking to Chemnitz this year as the European Capital of Culture 2025. This is a unique opportunity for the city and the entire Chemnitz region to present itself as modern, innovative and full of life," said Dierks. Numerous individual projects have succeeded in involving many places and people. This enthusiasm can be felt everywhere in the city.