Dessau and the Dessau-Wörlitz Garden Realm

Architecture and landscape gardening in perfect harmony

Duke Leopold of Anhalt-Dessau gave the orders to architect Erdmannsdorf and landscaper Eyserbeck to design and build a magnificent park with castles, lakes and romantic walk ways, which was destined to become the only one of its kind and a unique project in Europe.

Discover this breathtaking area by boat and take in the sweeping views while gently gliding through the mirroring waters.

Enjoy the calmness and harmony of this world heritage listed treasure and let the scenery inspire you. Visit the romantic Wörlitz palace with its unique architecture and its fantastic oil painting gallery of old masters.

Nearby in the city of Dessau you will find architectural gems of modern design – several examples of the famous Bauhaus architecture. Te Bauhaus College was founded here in 1925 and became one of Europe's leading modern architectural movements.

Similar to the Art Deco style the Bauhaus style is both elegant and functional with streamlined designs and a minimalist feel. Today designers all over the world are still inspired by this timeless style.

Town hall in Dessau

Masters' house in Dessau

The Gothic house in the Wörlitz Gardens

The island 'Stone' in the Wörlitz Gardens