Silberklang & Handwerkskunst - welcome to the world of Gottfried Silbermann's organ

entrance Adults 4 euros / children and young people under 18 free / group prices on request

In the house where Gottfried Silbermann had his workshop 300 years ago, visitors can now familiarise themselves with the art of the master organ builder in a modern exhibition and experience the fascinating queen of instruments in a variety of ways - see, hear and try it out!

In the lovingly furnished historical organ building workshop, you can feel the flair of Silbermann's former place of work. Workbenches, tools and materials bear witness to the great craftsmanship with which Silbermann and his employees created the world-famous organs 300 years ago. Here, children's groups can build wooden pipes and other instruments themselves.

Silbermann virtual - A 360° tour of the large Silbermann organ in Freiberg Cathedral gives visitors an exclusive insight into the inner workings of one of the most valuable baroque organs in the world.

The life and work of Gottfried Silbermann is presented in detail on information panels. Sound samples and short films make you want to experience his historic organs live in all their splendour. An interactive map shows all the locations of the preserved instruments in the region.