Wood carving requires not only talent but also the proper selection of material. There are various kinds of wood suitable for carving, but basswood carving, as it turns out, is one of the best choices for both professionals and amateurs. Thanks to the specific features of the basswood tree, which include its softness and homogeneity, …
Dessau
Travel blogs and features from the design city of Dessau, Germany
Bauhaus design is minimalistic but not simple. This is the desk of the founder of Bauhaus design, Walter Gropius
Dessau Travel Guide
The ultimate guide to the best things to do and see in Dessau
Though the home of the Bauhaus design movement, Dessau is often overlooked as it’s a part of German history often overlooked for bigger, scarier histories. Start here with my basic Dessau travel tips, or jump down below to read my latest Dessau travel blogs.
When to Visit
Like most of Germany, Dessau has four very distinct seasons. Summer is hot and humid and is when the town gets its most visitors, but fall is also a great time to visit, as everything looks prettier under the golden hue of the leaves.
In winter, there are Christmas markets and it will often snow and get very cold, but as long as you dress appropriately you’ll be fine. Spring can also be nice, but it will be chilly and you may not be able to enjoy the outdoors as much as other times of year.
Top Things To Do
Bauhaus Building & Museum – Start your day in Dessau here because the ticket office and gift shop will help you plan your visit to all the major Bauhaus sites. They also offer guided tours to rooms normally closed to the public. Ask at the front desk.
Otherwise you can visit the museum (which also includes regular special exhibitions) about the history of Bauhaus design in Dessau. The Bauhaus Museum has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Masters’ Houses – Just down the street from the Bauhaus Building (and Museum) are the four masters’ houses (duplexes which housed seven different residents). These were houses designed by the Bauhaus masters & teachers and where they lived while teaching at the school.
Famous residents included Gropius himself, László Moholy-Nagy, Paul Klee, Wassily Kandinsky, Mies van der Rohe and Josef Albers. The houses have also been included on the UNESCO World Heritage list because of their unique contributions to architectural design.
Getting the chance to walk through the very same houses where these revolutionaries once lived might not seem exciting, but when you see the unusual interiors you really start to appreciate what these professors contributed to our world today.
Dessau Tours
Although it’s a relatively small city, taking a tour around Dessau will save you time and get you in to some areas of the city you might otherwise overlook, so it’s definitely worth you time to consider a Dessau tour.
LGBTQ – Gay Dessau Travel Guide
Though Germany is generally speaking a pretty easy place for gay travelers, Dessau is a small town and doesn’t have any gay nightlife to speak of specifically. If you’re in search of somewhere to go out at night and meet other queers, head to nearby Berlin!
More gay travel resources here.
Follow @travelsofadam on Instagram for more travel tips!
Dessau Travel Blogs
We didn't find any posts for your search term.
Latest Posts
At first glance, Sweden looks like a fantastic place to spend a few months as a digital nomad. With a strong digital infrastructure, tech-friendly culture, and plenty of natural beauty and urban attractions to enjoy after work, the country makes a compelling case. But when nomads start to settle in and download a payment app …
When the sun sets, Tokyo looks like a totally different space. The jammed transport lines and corporate buildings become slow, but hidden lane paths break out. Tokyo nightlife avoids centering only on rowdy venues or heavy bills. All unique regions maintain a distinct character after daylight goes. Specific spots look flashy and noisy, while opposite …
Every few years, someone declares Berlin over. The rents are too high. Mitte’s squats and artist spaces have been scrubbed clean for boutiques and chain stores. The clubs are full of tourists. Someone who lived here in 2012 will tell you 2008 was better; someone who arrived in 2016 will probably say the same thing …
Crossing state lines, catching music festivals, and exploring iconic cities is a rite of passage for student travelers navigating the United States. From the neon grid of Tokyo-style arcades in Los Angeles to coastal seafood shacks in Maine, getting around America on a student budget offers endless freedom. Paying for those experiences across different regions …
Stepping out of a station into a major global metropolis brings an instant rush of energy. World-class museums, historic streets, legendary dining, and vibrant nightlife make big city trips uniquely exciting. Traveling through major urban centers also comes with a sharp reality check. Micro-spending traps lurk around every corner. Twenty-dollar subway passes, ten-dollar morning coffees, …
Chicago is an easy city to experience without spending the whole trip behind the wheel. Between CTA buses, trains, airport connections, hotel shuttles, rideshares, and walkable neighborhoods, public transportation often becomes part of the itinerary. Still, trips that depend on buses and shared transportation come with a few practical realities. If an accident happens away …
The fourth edition of the Las Vegas Grand Prix takes place in November 2026, and the biggest mistake that attendees tend to make in planning is seeing it as a one-race event. The grandstands, the security fence, and an operating street circuit transform the Strip into something else for almost the whole week, thus impacting …
Poseidon Expeditions ranks as the top Antarctica cruise operator for travelers who want maximum time ashore, running the 114-passenger M/V Sea Spirit on itineraries with up to three landings a day. After a year spent patching servers, chasing uptime, and staring at network dashboards, IT professionals often need a trip that puts real distance between …
Online bingo games have expanded significantly in recent years, offering a wide variety of formats that cater to different preferences. While the core concept of bingo remains consistent—matching numbers on a card to those drawn—there are several variations that provide unique gameplay experiences. Understanding these different types can help players choose the format that suits …