Busbahnhof Chemnitz

Busbahnhof Chemnitz sits at Schillerplatz in the city center and serves as a hub for long-distance bus routes across eastern Germany. The facility includes boarding areas for multiple bus operators and is spatially connected to a fountain installation.

The bus station opened in 1966 and began regular operations in 1968. It was built as part of post-war urban infrastructure development in the city.

The station is part of a protected heritage complex that includes a fountain installation, shaping the appearance of the central square. The location shows how transportation and public spaces were designed in the post-war period.

The bus station is within walking distance from the city center and near shops and other transport options. Visitors should check current signage before boarding, as different bus companies depart from different platforms.

The complex was designated as a protected unit called Sachgesamtheit Omnibusbahnhof und Brunnen, meaning the bus station and fountain are protected together as a single cultural monument. This design connection between transportation and water reflects a distinctive approach to public space from that era.

Location: Zentrum

Inception: 1968

Official opening: 1966

Part of: Sachgesamtheit Omnibusbahnhof und Brunnen, Chemnitz-Zentrum

Address: Schillerplatz

GPS coordinates: 50.84067,12.92703

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:04