Free museums in Saxony

Sonnenstein Castle in Pirna, Saxony, Germany, was the site of the Nazi extermination center, Pirna-Sonnenstein. The castle, which had been serving as a hospital since 1811, became a significant location in the history of the Holocaust. It was here that the Aktion T4 and Aktion 14f13 programs were carried out, leading to the death of approximately 15,000 disabled individuals and concentration camp detainees.

The Botanischer Garten Chemnitz, situated approximately 3 km northwest of the city center of Chemnitz, is a 12-hectare garden that primarily showcases Central European plant families and useful plants from around the globe. This vast area provides a unique opportunity for visitors to explore and learn about a wide variety of plant species in one location.

The Museum in der Runden Ecke is a museum in Leipzig on the history, structure and operation of the Ministry of State Security (MfS) in the GDR. The museum houses the permanent exhibition "Stasi - Power and Banality".

The Zeitgeschichtliche Forum is a museum in Leipzig that illustrates the history of the German division, of everyday life in the communist dictatorship of the GDR and of the reunification process as well as the challenges that face the reunited Germany in the 21st century. The permanent exhibition b

The Schwind-Pavillon, located in Kohren-Sahlis, is a former music salon of the Orangerie of the Rittergut Rüdigsdorf. It is named after the painter Moritz von Schwind, who played a significant role in the interior design of the pavilion. This historical site is a well-preserved example of neoclassical room design and is part of the 'Museen Kohren-Sahlis' of the city of Frohburg.

The Book Museum (Buchmuseum) of the Saxon State Library is a traditional literature museum in Dresden. The museum emerged from the Zimelienzimmer of the Royal Saxon Library. The exhibition of the Book Museum is located in the SLUB building and is divided into a permanent exhibition in the so-called

The German Museum of Books and Writing (Deutsches Buch- und Schriftmuseum, DBSM) is a museum in Leipzig that is the world's oldest museum of its kind. The museum focuses on objects, documents and literature connected with the history of books, including paper, printing techniques, the art of illustr

KraftWerk - Dresden Energy Museum is a technical museum in Dresden that is located in the mechanical workshop of the old central heating power plant.The main themes of the exhibitions in the Dresden Energy Museum are the supply history of Dresden with electricity, city gas, district heating and wate

The Schillerhäuschen (Schiller Pavillion) is a literary museum in Dresden that is dedicated to the important German poet, philosopher, physician, historian, and playwright Friedrich Schiller. The museum is housed in a small building in which Schiller is said to have lived. The Schillerhäuschen (Sch

Since August 2011, the Klosterkirche St. Annen has been serving multiple purposes. It is not only a place for ecclesiastical activities and concerts but also houses the Klosterkirche und Sakralmuseum St. Annen. This museum showcases sacred works of art from the Kamenz churches, offering visitors a chance to appreciate the religious artistry of the region.

The Domstift, or Tachantstwo in Upper Sorbian, is a significant historical site in Bautzen, Saxony. This horseshoe-shaped baroque building complex, which served as the bishop's office and residence of the Diocese of Meissen until 1980, is now used as an archive, library, and treasury of St. Peter's Cathedral in Bautzen. Visitors can explore the rich history of the region and the church through the various functions of the building.

The Lindenmuseum Clara Schumann is a quaint museum located in Schmorsdorf, Müglitztal, in the German state of Saxony. It is dedicated to the life and works of the renowned composer and pianist Clara Schumann. The museum offers a unique insight into the life of this extraordinary musician, making it a worthwhile visit for music enthusiasts and history buffs alike.