An icon of modern architecture, Bauhaus Dessau showcases innovation, functionality, and artistic collaboration.
Main attractions
-  The legendary Bauhaus campus built between 1925-1926, designed to merge art, craft, and industrial production
- Student residence building offering insight into Bauhaus communal living
- Rotating exhibitions detailing influential figures like Walter Gropius
- Masters’ Houses, including Feininger’s original home and reconstructed villas
- A UNESCO-recognized site representing a turning point in global design history
What to Eat
- Regional specialties like Bratwurst and potato salad in nearby local eateries
What to Buy
- Bauhaus-inspired stationery and geometric design objects
- High-quality prints of Bauhaus graphics and architectural plans
- Unique souvenirs reflecting minimalist design aesthetics
Take Note
- Allow extra time to explore both the main building and the Masters’ Houses down the road
- Comfortable shoes recommended for walking between sites
- Check seasonal opening hours before visiting (typically Tuesday to Sunday, from 10:00 to 17:00 from November to February and Monday to Sunday, 10:00 to 17:00 from March to October) and purchase tickets online: https://www.bauhaus-dessau.de/