Welcome to the city chronicle of Zwickau
More than 900 years of history are waiting to be discovered. Dive into the past of a city shaped by history, mining, music, automobile manufacturing, and courage - and see which events, people, and places made Zwickau what it is today.
PEOPLE
Personalities connected to Zwickau - artists, politicians, inventors, and people who shaped or influenced the city.
TIMELINE
Over 900 years of Zwickau city history on an interactive timeline. Explore events, jump between eras, and discover connections.
MAP
All historical buildings and places in Zwickau on an interactive map - with linked events at a glance.
BUILDINGS AND PLACES
Important buildings, places, and companies from Zwickau's history - from medieval churches to historic factories.
TIME TRAVEL
Experience Zwickau's history as an automatic time journey - event by event, from the Middle Ages to today, with images, speed control, and theme filters.