The secret laboratory - The elixir of life
Augustusburg Castle is launching a new, interactive experience: visitors follow Electress Anna, discover hidden recipes, decipher ancient writings and distil an elixir of life - staged with effects almost like magic.
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Spring walks 2026: How the stone was hardened
Spring walks in Saxony's first terraforming forest park offer the opportunity to learn more about the "saxa kemniciana", the Chemnitz-Hilbersdorf porphyry tuff and the impressive geology of Chemnitz's 291-million-year-old volcanic crater.
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Zeisigwaldschänke09131 Chemnitz
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16.08.2613:00 clock
Entry permitted! Stadium tour
On a guided tour of the Chemnitzer FC stadium, you can take a look behind the scenes and get to know the team dressing rooms, substitutes' benches and coaching zone on the pitch, press and VIP areas.
Guided tour of the park - Baroque garden and water art
Lichtenwalde Park is idyllically situated high above the Zschopau. The tour through the beautiful baroque garden with its countless water features, fountains, steps and hedge walkways is just as fascinating as the fantastic view of the Zschopau valley.
Night of the Castles: Evening Castle Tour
Im Rahmen der „Magischen Nacht der Schlösser“ wird zur Eröffnung des Kürbisfestivals eine exklusive abendliche Schlossführung im Laternenschein angeboten, die in die Welt des Alten Roms eintauchen lässt und ein abwechslungsreiches Programm bietet.
Through courtyards and cellars - chats with the valets
Accompanied by the valets Agnes and Luise, this is an entertaining tour into the 16th century & a journey through the castle's history. There will be anecdotes from life at court & you will enter secret corridors. Water is tasted at the fountain house.
Ewilpa® guide
An expert walk through the Edible Wild Plant Park with Katrin Dechant. Discover edible herbs, shrubs and trees, learn about their uses and enjoy a small delicacy at the end.
Lichtenauer Mineralquellen factory tours on the first Wednesday of the month
A look behind the scenes: The popular guided tours of the Lichtenauer Mineralquellen visitor center continue. In addition to classic tours, there are special themed tours and exciting insights into the world of mineral water.
Lichtenauer Mineralquellen GmbH09244 Lichtenau
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02.09.2615:00 clock
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Time travel experience
Time travel is impossible? Not at Augustusburg Castle! A "time machine" catapults visitors back to the Renaissance. Dressed in period costumes, you can experience everyday life back then and learn interesting facts about courtly etiquette.
Medicinal Plants and Wild Herbs Tour
During the guided tour of the Kurfürstin Anna Garden, experienced herbalist Elisabeth Püschmann will demonstrate the culinary and medicinal uses of wild herbs and medicinal plants and how they can be applied in naturopathy.
Lehngericht Augustusburg09573 Augustusburg
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13.09.26 11:00 - 12:00 clock
Guided Tour of the Old Town of Augustusburg
Dorothea of Saxony, daughter of Elector August and later a duchess, leads this historical walking tour through the old town of Augustusburg. Fascinating stories and interesting insights bring the town’s history to life.
Lehngericht Augustusburg09573 Augustusburg
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11.09.26 17:00 - 17:14 clock
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Heritage Day on Chemnitzer Straße
Open Monument Day invites visitors to join guided walking tours along Chemnitzer Straße in Frankenberg/Sa. Exhibitions, art, coffee, and cake—as well as the nearby Purple Path—bring history and culture to life.
Classic castle tour
The baroque Lichtenwalde Castle with its park is a real gem. In its 800-year history, it has survived many changes of ownership. There is much to discover on a tour of the castle chapel, courtyard and historic salons.
Experience the magic of the ancient art of weaving...
Public guided tours and demonstrations of the historical weaving machines.
Historische Schauweberei Braunsdorf09577 Niederwiesa
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23.08.2611:00 clock
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Hilbersdorf Feldbahn Days 2025
The Hilbersdorf Light Railway Days traditionally mark the end of the season at the railroad venue. Short guided tours of the museum, special tours of the signaling and safety technology and the VT18.16 as well as various demonstrations are offered.
Schauplatz Eisenbahn Chemnitz-Hilbersdorf09131 Chemnitz
31.10.26 10:00 - 17:00 clock
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Castle tour: Through the ages
A Renaissance palace with electoral chambers that provide an insight into the everyday life of the electoral family. Among other things, the well house can be visited. Multimedia elements take visitors back to the 16th century.
Hilbersdorf Feldbahn Days 2025
The Hilbersdorf Light Railway Days traditionally mark the end of the season at the railroad venue. Short guided tours of the museum, special tours of the signaling and safety technology and the VT18.16 as well as various demonstrations are offered.
Schauplatz Eisenbahn Chemnitz-Hilbersdorf09131 Chemnitz
31.10.26 10:00 - 17:00 clock
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Evening tour of the castle by lantern light
The historic salons, the castle courtyard and the castle chapel are explored in the evening. The teahouse and the alcove are illuminated by lantern light and are a fascinating sight to behold.