The Bauhaus Dessau, founded in 1919 by Walter Gropius, was Germany's most famous institution for art and design of Classical Modernism. The work created at the Bauhaus between 1919 and 1933 has influenced the global understanding of architecture and design to this day. In 1925/26, the Bauhaus Building was erected in Dessau according to Gropius's designs. This expansive ensemble of glass, steel, and concrete perfectly embodies the founder's philosophy: Form follows function.
The complex, including the studio wing, workshops, and stage, still radiates a unique creative atmosphere. Today, it is the seat of the Bauhaus Dessau Foundation—a place for design, research, and teaching rather than just a museum. For visitors, the Bauhaus offers guided tours, exhibitions, and cultural events on the historic Bauhaus stage. Only a 5-minute walk away, you will find the Masters' Houses (Meisterhäuser), the former residences of world-famous teachers like Paul Klee and Wassily Kandinsky, offering a fascinating look at the ideal of modern living.
Cyclists exploring Dessau should also visit the Törten Estate, the Kornhaus restaurant on the Elbe, and the former Employment Office to experience the full diversity of Bauhaus architecture.
