Görlitz' Untermarkt: One of the most beautiful squares in Europe crowned!

Görlitz' Untermarkt: One of the most beautiful squares in Europe crowned!

There is currently a lot to be happy about at the Untermarkt in Görlitz. The square has made it onto a list of the ten most beautiful streets and squares, attracting attention worldwide. A special moment that is thanks to Görlitzer Platz, which was able to captivate 500 people worldwide in a short moment, as Sächsische.de reports.

Thanks to its picturesque setting, the Untermarkt is appreciated by both locals and tourists as a place where the beauty of the city shines through. The square was mentioned in a list that also includes famous places such as the Römerberg in Frankfurt or the Augustinergasse in Zurich. The selection was based on travel trends and media articles, all of which had one thing in common: the impressive images that were presented to a group of 500 respondents for evaluation.

Culture and history in the border triangle

Görlitz, the picturesque town in the border triangle between Germany, the Czech Republic and Poland, has much more to offer its visitors than just the Untermarkt. When traveling through the surrounding area, you can admire the rolling hills, old farms and fragrant meadows. The city is not only known as a filming location for Hollywood films, but is also home to impressive sights such as the parish church of St. Peter and Paul and the Nikolaifriedhof, which, with over 600 tombs from the Renaissance and Baroque, is one of the oldest of its kind in Görlitz [Travel reporter](https://www.reisereporter.de/reiseinspiration/staedtereisen/goerlitz-was-die- Grenzstadt-so-besonders-macht-7TDIDNWJBBEHJFWIIZC65TL6BE.html) explains.

Particularly worth mentioning is St. Peter's Church with its unique sun organ from 1697, which impresses with its animal sounds. The Silesian Museum in the Görlitzer Schönhof also offers insight into over 900 years of Silesian history, while the “Walk of Görliwood” takes visitors to the filming locations of over 100 films that were made in this charming city.

Diverse experiences for every taste

The diverse program in Görlitz attracts numerous visitors, be it in the Gerhart Hauptmann Theater, which is known as the small Semper Opera, or while exploring Lake Berzdorf, which offers numerous recreational opportunities for swimming and cycling. For nature lovers, there are quiet waterfront promenades and the beautiful city park on the Polish side.

For those who would like to delve even deeper into the history and cinematic past of Görlitz, a city tour under the motto “Film off” is ideal. These tours, which are led by experienced city guides such as Ms. Thiemann and Mr. Hoffmann, take place regularly and are a highlight for film fans. Participants receive exciting anecdotes about the stars and the film stories that take place here.

The tours are suitable for a wide audience - you can immerse yourself in the world of films for just 11.50 euros, and entry is even free for children up to 14 years old. Registration is required to ensure everyone has space, because who wants to miss out on the best part? More information about dates and meeting points can be found on the [Görlitz-Information] page (https://www.goerlitz.de/angebot/detail/170-Individualreise-Film-ab-Rundgang-durch-die-Filmkulisse-Goerlitz).

Whether as a day trip or a long weekend – with its historical charm and cultural diversity, Görlitz has something to offer for everyone. The Untermarkt is the perfect starting point to explore the city and experience the beauty of this gem near the border.