Every first Sunday in June, all 54 World Heritage Sites in Germany celebrate UNESCO World Heritage Day and offer a glimpse behind the scenes. Since July 2019, the Erzgebirge/Krušnohoří mining region has also proudly been a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is an enthusiastic participant in this national initiative. In 2025, Dippoldiswalde will be the focus of the central celebrations under the motto "Communicate. Connect. Inspire." The colourful, informative and eventful programme guarantees fun for the whole family - with hands-on activities, information stands, guided tours and cultural highlights. The popular World Heritage Mile and the atmospheric World Heritage Concert, which has now established itself as a firm tradition, will be back. New this year: the first children's mountain parade in Dippoldiswalde and an exciting city rally around the World Heritage Site - both activities invite young guests in particular to join in and discover. In addition to the central event on 1. In addition to the central event on 1 June 2025, which will take place in Dippoldiswalde this year, numerous museums, mines, hammer mills and natural monuments invite you to explore the mining region above and below ground. Immerse yourself in the fascinating diversity of our World Heritage Site and be inspired by this year's motto "Experience and discover diversity".
Experience the cultural world heritage of the region up close!
Experience the cultural world heritage of the region up close!