From Coal to Art: The Story of the Kunstkraftwerk
ID: GYG1401633-2140192
Category:
Country: Germany
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
On this guided tour, you will discover the history of the former cogeneration plant and gain access to areas of the building that are otherwise not open to the public.
Discover the Kunstkraftwerk Leipzig on an exclusive guided tour away from the public areas. Take a look behind the scenes and enter places that are normally closed to visitors.
Learn how a former cogeneration plant became one of the most extraordinary cultural venues in Leipzig. The building's history comes to life among historic machine foundations, original relics from the operating period, and impressive industrial architecture. A special highlight are authentic finds such as the shift supervisor's last entry and other preserved evidence of its former use.
This tour combines exciting insights into industrial history with exclusive access to hidden areas of the building – a special experience for all who want to discover Leipzig from a new perspective.
Highlights
- Access to otherwise hidden locations
- Relics from bygone times
- After-hours visit
- Exclusive insights into the Kunstkraftwerk
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Tours are conducted in German
Warm clothes and sturdy footwear are recommended.
Important note: The guided tour is not wheelchair accessible
Main gate of the Kunstkraftwerk - Saalfelder Straße
INCLUDED
- Guided tour of the building
NOT INCLUDED
- Entry fee to the Kunstkraftwerk show
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
