What are the opening hours?

The exhibition starts on August 27, 2026, at 08:00 AM.

Where is the exhibition located?

At the House of the Stockfish, Johannesstr. 169, 99084 Erfurt.

What can I expect from the exhibition?

Insights into the urban and social change of Erfurt after 1873.

How much does the entrance cost?

The entrance fee is currently unknown.

Is the exhibition accessible for people with disabilities?

Please contact the Erfurt City Museum for detailed information on accessibility.

Is the exhibition held indoors?

Yes, the exhibition takes place indoors.

Erfurt Unleashed: End of the Fortress 1873 Exhibition

Name: Erfurt Unleashed: The End of the Fortress 1873
Start: 2026-08-27T02:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-08-27T02:00:00+02:00
Location: Haus zum Stockfisch

Venue Type

Inside

Discover the exciting changes in Erfurt that came with the end of the fortress elevation in 1873. This special exhibition at the Erfurt City Museum offers you a deep insight into the urban and social transformation of the city. The exhibition is shown in the historic House of the Stockfish in the old town.

What can you expect?

Visitors can walk through lovingly arranged exhibits that showcase the history of a city that reinvents itself through the loss of its fortress status. Learn more about the challenges and opportunities that shaped Erfurt at that time and how these changes have influenced the modern city we know today.

Important historical documents
Maps and city plans from the 19th century
Images and photographs of the city landscape at that time
Reports on social structural change

This exhibition is a must-see not only for history enthusiasts but also offers interesting insights for anyone interested in the development of Erfurt.

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