The German design scene - art to go

Museums are not your thing? No problem: you'll find outstanding architecture, public art installations or ‘art in architecture’ almost everywhere in Germany. You can experience a wide variety of cultural trends in the comfort of a relaxed stroll through the city.

Architectural highlights

The best known are the many lovingly maintained old town ensembles, some of which have already been recognised as UNESCO World Heritage Sites due to their unique preservation. Lovers of more modern art can discover Art Nouveau facades in the cities or experience the interplay of design and craftsmanship in the Bauhaus sites from the early 20th century.

Architectural highlights such as the colourful Rizzi houses in Braunschweig or the largest green facade in Europe, which is part of Kö-Bogen II in Düsseldorf, bear witness to contemporary creativity in Germany.

Find more examples of outstanding architecture in Germany here.

Outdoor art installations

The interplay between art and its surroundings makes a visit to the art installations in Germany particularly exciting - and most of them can be visited for free.

For example, visitors to the large-scale sculpture ‘Tiger and Turtle - Magic Mountain’ in Duisburg not only walk on a rollercoaster, but also get a view over the Ruhr region. The 17 metre high sculpture ‘Walking Man’ by American artist Jonathan Borofsky in Munich turns the busy 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.

Public art

Enjoy this sneak peek at a selection of public art in Germany, where urban and public spaces are enriched by sculptures and murals created by world-famous artists and local talent. These public works of art tell stories, invite reflection and make culture accessible to everyone.