Above all Bautzen is renowned for its historical town centre with its skyline of medieval towers.

Some examples:

• The Reichenturm: One of the steepest leaning and still passable towers north of the Alps
• Ortenburg Castle
• The Old Waterworks: architectural monument and museum; landmark of Bautzen
• Saint Peter's Cathedral: Germany's oldest and Eastern Germany's only historic interdenominational church edifice

Bautzen is the most important cultural center of the Sorbs, which make up 10% of the city population. You will find many places of Sorbian culture importance in the city. As a result the city uses bi-lingual signs with street names both in German and Sorbian.

Kleinwelka is a subdivision of the city of Bautzen. There is the largest maze of Germany and a large Dinosaur-park.

By train

The main station is within walking distance of the city centre and easily accessible by bus or car. Regular trains leave for Dresden and Görlitz.

By car

Bautzen can be reached without problems by car from the rest of Germany. It is connected with the German highway system, the best way to get there is from Dresden.

The best way of getting around is on foot. The city center is compact. You can also easily use bus or bicycle. If you go by car it is best to park it outside the city wall and walk.

• Easter eggs
• Bautz'ner Senf (mustard) - on of East Germanys most well known specialitys.

Sorbian and traditional German-Lusatian cuisine.

Bautzen beer is only obtainable in few places in the city.