Open the doors with the mouse
At Maus' Open House, families can discover the exciting world of textiles. How does a thread become fabric? Why is velvet so soft? And how do large machines work? We encourage everyone to get involved, touch the materials, and be amazed.
Textil- und Rennsportmuseum Hohenstein-Ernstthal09337 Hohenstein-Ernstthal
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03.10.26 10:00 - 17:00 clock
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A look behind the scenes
The guided tour of the Burattino Theater offers a look behind the scenes: Costumes, props and lively stories are created here. Educational theater games show creative processes, while questions are asked freely and content is designed flexibly.
Vacation Program: Berggeist Guided Tour
Halloween is coming soon! When the ghosts awaken, the Mountain Spirit also begins to wreak havoc in KohleWelt. On a spooky guided tour through the exhibition mine—complete with helmets and flashlights—exciting legends await you—and perhaps an encounter with him.
Eine Anmeldung unter tierpark@stadt-chemnitz.de ist bis zum 22.10.2026 notwendig.
Fall Tour of the Zoo
Discover the zoo from a unique perspective during fall break! A guided tour offers fascinating insights into the animals’ lives and their unique characteristics. An autumn experience for families and animal lovers of all ages.
Guided tour for children: through the exhibition mine
During the guided tour through the demonstration mine, we experience the world of miners up close. Between tunnels and machines, we show tools, explain mining and conveying technology and tell exciting stories about the hard work underground - loud and impressive.
Anmeldung unter Telefon 0172 4767162 oder per Email: info@lampertus.de
Tours of the St. Lampertus visitor mine
Anyone interested is cordially invited to take part in an expert guided tour of the visitor mine.
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Huthaus "St. Lampertus"09337 Hohenstein-Ernstthal
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31.10.26 09:00 - 12:00 clock
Voranmeldung unter tierpark@stadt-chemnitz.de ist bis zum 13. November notwendig.
Zoo Tour – Through the Twilight with Lanterns
As the days grow shorter, the zoo invites you to join an atmospheric lantern walk on St. Martin’s Day. During this 90-minute evening tour, you can explore the animal kingdom in a special atmosphere. Please bring your own lanterns with LED lights.
City tour: In the footsteps of Karl May
A guided tour of selected Karl May sites in Hohenstein combines historical buildings with insights into Karl May's biography and brings the Ernstthal years of the famous writer to life - ideally complemented by a visit to the Karl May House.
Hike to the Karl May Cave
The hike to the Karl May Cave offers groups of up to 25 people a special experience. In around 4 hours, the tour can be ideally combined with a visit to the Karl May House.
Für Kinder wird eine Teilnahme ab 5 Jahren empfohlen. Die Führung dauert 90 Minuten.
Anmeldung unter 037298 9394-0 oder info@kohlewelt.de
Educational Mine
Hands-On Mining: A guided tour of the demonstration mine takes you on an exciting journey into the world of miners. The tower hoist, underground tunnels, and original historic machinery bring the daily work underground to life.
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KohleWelt09376 Oelsnitz/Erzgeb.
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02.10.26 10:00 - 17:00 clock
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Tour with the Wendler coal knife
The coal cutter takes guests on a tour of discovery through the museum. He also explains what a coal cutter actually was & what he had to do. Because the profession of coal cutter actually existed. Why and for what: participants find out on this tour.
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KohleWelt09376 Oelsnitz/Erzgeb.
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24.10.26 17:00 - 18:30 clock
Eintritt: 10 €
Für Kinder wird eine Teilnahme ab 5 Jahren empfohlen. Die Führung dauert 90 Minuten.
Anmeldung unter 037298 9394-0 oder info@kohlewelt.de
Educational Mine
Hands-On Mining: A guided tour of the demonstration mine takes you on an exciting journey into the world of miners. The tower hoist, underground tunnels, and original historic machinery bring the daily work underground to life.
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KohleWelt09376 Oelsnitz/Erzgeb.
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02.10.26 10:00 - 17:00 clock
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An overview tour of Karl May's life and work offers fascinating insights into the work of the famous writer - on request, thematic focuses can be set to experience his world even more intensively.
Public guided tour - Of pikes, horses and sisters
Master weaver Thomas Zinke guides us through the fascinating history of jacquard weaving in Hohenstein-Ernstthal and reveals what connects tapestries and upholstery fabrics with pikes, horses and sisters.
Textil- und Rennsportmuseum Hohenstein-Ernstthal09337 Hohenstein-Ernstthal
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25.10.26 14:00 - 16:00 clock
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