Museum für Stadtgeschichte Dessau
Explore 800 years of Dessau's history, culture, and influential figures at the City History Museum, located in the heart of the city.
Housed in the Johannbau, the only remaining wing of the former Dessau Residenzschloss, the Museum für Stadtgeschichte (City History Museum) explores Dessau's rich cultural and historical heritage. The museum's exhibits showcase the city's evolution and the influential figures who shaped its identity.
A brief summary to Museum für Stadtgeschichte
- Schloßpl. 3A, Dessau-Roßlau, Dessau, 06844, DE
- +493402209612
- Visit website
- Wednesday 10 am-5 pm
- Thursday 10 am-5 pm
- Friday 10 am-5 pm
- Saturday 10 am-5 pm
- Sunday 10 am-5 pm
Local tips
- The museum is located in the city center and is easily accessible by public transportation.
- Consider visiting during special events or exhibitions for a unique perspective on Dessau's history.
- The Johannbau is fully accessible, ensuring a comfortable visit for all.
Getting There
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Walking
From the Dessau Hauptbahnhof (main train station), the Museum für Stadtgeschichte is approximately a 10-15 minute walk. Exit the station and head towards the city center. The Johannbau, where the museum is located, is on Schloßplatz, near St. Marien church.
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Public Transport
From Dessau Hauptbahnhof, take tram lines 1, 3, or 4 to the 'Museumskreuzung' stop, which is about a 5-minute walk to the museum. Alternatively, take bus line 20 or 12 to the 'Rathaus' stop, from which it is a 2-minute walk. A single tram or bus fare within Dessau-Roßlau typically costs around €2.30.
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Parking
If arriving by car, parking is available near the museum. There is a car park on Schloßstraße, in front of St. Marien church, and another on Ludwigshafener Straße, along the Mulde river. Parking fees vary, but expect to pay around €1-2 per hour.
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