The German design scene - art to go
Museums are not really your thing? No problem: you can find outstanding architecture, public art installations or 'art in architecture' almost everywhere in Germany, so you can experience a wide variety of cultural trends during your relaxed strolls through the cities.
Architectural highlights
The best known are the many lovingly maintained historic old towns, some of which have already been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List due to their unique preservation. Those who prefer more modern art will discover Art Nouveau facades in the cities or experience design and craftsmanship intertwine in Bauhaus sites from the early 20th century.
Architectural highlights such as the colourful Rizzi houses in Braunschweig or the largest green façade in Europe, which can be found on the Kö-Bogen II office building in Düsseldorf, are evidence of contemporary creativity in Germany.
Discover more examples of Germany's outstanding architecture here.
Open-air art installations
The interaction between art and its surroundings makes a visit to the art installations in Germany particularly exciting – and most of them can be viewed free of charge.
Visitors to the large sculpture ‘Tiger and Turtle - Magic Mountain’ in Duisburg not only get to walk on a roller coaster, but can also enjoy views over the Ruhr region as they do so. The 17-metre-tall sculpture ‘Walking Man’ by American artist Jonathan Borofsky in Munich turns the bustling Leopoldstrasse into a catwalk, and events such as the Festival of Lights use the surroundings as a canvas for unique works of light art.
Discover extraordinary outdoor art here.