Heinrich-Schütz-Haus Bad Köstritz, Heritage museum in Bad Köstritz, Germany
The Heinrich-Schütz-Haus features permanent exhibitions about the composer's life, a gallery space, and rooms preserving 16th-century architectural elements.
Born in 1585, Heinrich Schütz studied in Venice under Giovanni Gabrieli before serving as court chapel master in Dresden for 55 years.
The museum organizes the Heinrich Schütz Music Festival, connecting performance venues in Bad Köstritz, Weißenfels, and Dresden through musical programs.
Visitors can participate in early music courses, attend monthly musical demonstrations, and experience baroque music weekends throughout the year.
Each October, the town celebrates Schütz's birthday with a parade featuring historical costumes, lanterns, torches, and period music performances.
Location: Bad Köstritz
GPS coordinates: 50.93030,12.01110
Latest update: March 4, 2025 19:49
The historical buildings of Dresden show the architectural evolution of the city. The collection includes churches, palaces, museums and bridges from different periods that present the cultural heritage of the Saxon capital.
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