Open Monument Day 2020: Over 6,000 historic buildings open nationwide
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At the Open Monument Day on September 13, 2020, more than 6,000 historical buildings nationwide will be opened, including the central opening event in Bamberg with over 50 accessible monuments such as the Old Town Hall and a historic brush workshop.
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Why It Matters
Open Monument Day is an annual event in Germany during which historic buildings and monuments that are normally closed are opened to the public.
This weekend, monument lovers can once again visit otherwise often closed historical buildings in all regions. There are numerous other events. On the Open Monument Day, more than 6,000 monuments nationwide will be opened on Sunday (September 13th), the organizers call it “Germany’s largest cultural event”. Those interested can research what is on offer locally on the Internet.
This year the focus is particularly on Bamberg. The central opening event will take place in the Upper Franconian world heritage city. The national main event of Monument Day will be held in Bavaria for the first time in ten years, reports the German Foundation for Monument Protection.
In addition to a large stage program, there are more than 50 open monuments in Bamberg. This includes the Old Town Hall, built in the middle of the Regnitz, one of the city's most famous buildings. Lesser-known places can also be visited, such as a historic brush workshop where brushes have been made since 1907.
Open Questions
- How many visitors are expected this year?
- Are there any special hygiene measures due to the pandemic?
- In addition to Bamberg, which other cities are taking part in central events?