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- Görlitz Altstadt (Untermarkt & Obermarkt) — Two connected market squares stacked with Renaissance and Baroque townhouses; wandering their alleys is like walking through a movie set, and the façades, arcades and cafés give a real feel for why the old town is so famously preserved.
- Görlitz Town Hall & Tower (Rathaus / Reichenbacher Turm) — The town hall complex and its medieval tower dominate the market; you can usually climb for a compact, postcard-perfect panorama over red roofs and church spires that shows why the skyline is such a draw for photographers and filmmakers.
- St. Peter and Paul (Peterskirche) & the Heiliges Grab — The late-Gothic church has an impressive interior and towers, and next to it the Heiliges Grab (a medieval “holy sepulchre” replica) is a rare, tangible slice of
- Görlitz Altstadt (Untermarkt & Obermarkt) — Two connected market squares stacked with Renaissance and Baroque townhouses; wandering their alleys is like walking through a movie set, and the façades, arcades and cafés give a real feel for why the old town is so famously preserved.
- Görlitz Town Hall & Tower (Rathaus / Reichenbacher Turm) — The town hall complex and its medieval tower dominate the market; you can usually climb for a compact, postcard-perfect panorama over red roofs and church spires that shows why the skyline is such a draw for photographers and filmmakers.
- St. Peter and Paul (Peterskirche) & the Heiliges Grab — The late-Gothic church has an impressive interior and towers, and next to it the Heiliges Grab (a medieval “holy sepulchre” replica) is a rare, tangible slice of late medieval devotional architecture worth seeing in person.
- St. Nicholas (Nikolaikirche) — Another striking historic church in the old town with beautiful stained glass, interesting funerary art, and a different atmosphere from Peterskirche — good for anyone who likes church architecture without the tourist crowds.
- Schönhof / Schlesisches Museum zu Görlitz — The oldest Renaissance house in the city houses the Silesian Museum; small but dense, it’s the best place to understand Görlitz’s Silesian history, crafts and cross-border culture up close.
- Kaufhaus Görlitz (the historic department store) — A beautifully preserved 1920s/Mid-Century department store interior that’s been used as a film location; even if you’re not shopping, the tiled staircases, wooden counters and rooftop views make it an atmospheric stop.
- Kaisertrutz (city fortress) — A stout medieval artillery bastion on the Neisse with museum spaces and ramparts you can walk; it’s a tactile reminder of the city’s defensive history and offers a different perspective on Görlitz’s riverside silhouette.
- Bridge over the Neisse to Zgorzelec — The pedestrian crossing to Poland is simple but essential: step over the river, feel the border shift underfoot, and enjoy cafes and markets on both sides — a tiny, everyday piece of European history you can actually walk.
- Gerhart-Hauptmann-Theater — This handsome theatre building stages plays, concerts and occasional festivals; even if you skip a show, checking the program or catching a rehearsal day event gives insight into the city’s cultural life.
- Der Schlachthof (the old slaughterhouse cultural quarter) — Converted into a gritty, lively cultural space with concerts, exhibitions and bars, it’s where locals hang out and where you’ll find evening life that’s not just touristy — ideal for budget travelers who want authentic nights out.
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Hi, I’m Johan (Netherlands 🇳🇱), the creator of TakeYourBackpack. Over the past decade, I’ve backpacked through 80+ countries across six continents, gaining extensive experience with independent travel, long-term trips, and overland routes.