The corner building "Brauner Hirsch" is one of the most popular filming locations in the city. A whole host of film crews have visited the otherwise empty building for filming. The historic building really comes into its own for interior shots: old pharmacy ("The Sorcerer's Apprentice"), inn ("The Young Karl Marx"), hotel ("The Captain"), scholar's room ("Measuring the World") - anything seems possible. Station 1: Welcome to the film city of Görlitz Station 2: The Grand Budapest Hotel Station 3: European Film Location of the Decade Station 4: Brauner Hirsch - The most versatile Görliwood film location

Cheer up! The domed roof of the synagogue in Görlitz is a true masterpiece and is definitely stunning. 😲 A gilded scale pattern and majestic-looking lions adorn the ceiling. With its cubic unity, compact form and monumental proportions, the Görlitz Synagogue is one of the most impressive examples of modern synagogue construction at the beginning of the 20th century. Be enchanted by this fascinating building and discover the Jewish traces in Görlitz!

Immerse yourself in crystal clear water, surrounded by fine sandy beaches and the living history of a former open-cast lignite mine - that's what a day at Lake Berzdorf offers you. Experience the variety of water sports, discover natural paths by bike or on foot and enjoy culinary delights right on the shore. A harmonious symbiosis of nature experience and relaxation, paired with a touch of adventure.

Cross a bridge on foot that connects more than just two shores, but also centuries of European history and cultures. From historical reconstructions to modern reunification, it symbolizes the growing together of Germany and Poland. Beneath your feet lies not only an architectural feat, but also a testimony to the resilience and friendship between two nations.

Every Sunday at 12 noon, the Sun Organ unfolds its unique sound, surrounded by ornate paintings, sculptures and frescoes. This 18th-century organ, which can even imitate animal voices, forms the heart of St. Peter's Basilica. Their pipes, arranged in a radial pattern, offer an acoustic experience that is enhanced by the impressive architecture of the largest late Gothic hall church in Saxony.

The Schönhof is not only the oldest Renaissance building in the city - you can also expect an exciting journey into the past. Discover the unique Renaissance style and immerse yourself in the fascinating history of Silesia. Learn more about the craftsmanship, life and work of bygone times and the surrounding landscape.

Roam through the time layers of Görlitz, from the Ice Age to the peaceful turnaround, in the Kaisertrutz. Discover upper-middle-class baroque culture at the baroque house at Neißstraße 30, where artistic interiors and scientific collections of the Upper Lusatian Society of Sciences are fascinating. Immerse yourself in 14,000 years of cultural history and be inspired by modern art at the Gallery of Modernism.

Climb 165 steps to the top of the historic watchtower, where a breathtaking panoramic view over Görlitz and the Giant Mountains awaits. Spread over seven floors, the history of the city walls and gate towers is revealed through interesting exhibitions, including an authentically preserved tower keeper's room. A historical experience that combines past and present, offering fascinating insights into defensive architecture.

Explore over 6.5 million objects from zoology, botany, and geology and immerse yourself in the world of science. From lifelike dioramas of Upper Lusatian nature to exotic creatures in the live animal sector, this museum offers you unique insights into the diversity of our planet and the history of natural research.

Catch the perfect moment when the crescent-shaped bridge of basalt and field stones in the waters of Lake Rakotz combines its reflection into a perfect circle, a magical spectacle of nature and human architecture that transports you to another world.