I already shared that I will be visiting Germany to speak about Ukraine and my book The Rooster House. I also would like to ask you for your recommendations on what to visit and see in Berlin, Munich and Leipzig. I’ve been to Berlin and Leipzig before, but this will be my first trip to Munich.
Below is my program for these three cities. After I return from Germany, I will be going to Tallinn and Copenhagen for the book events. I will share more details closer to the date.
October 23, Berlin
20:00: Reading at English Theatre Berlin, moderated by Cathryn Clüver Ashbrook, with German reader Meike Rötzer (https://www.etberlin.de/production/victoria-belim/)
October 24, Munich
18:00: Reading and Discussion event at Europäische Janusz Korczak Akademie, Blumenstraße 29, 80331 München
Audience: Youth Bridge (EJKA leadership program for youth from various backgrounds), Students for Ukraine etc.
Moderator: Prof. Dr. Maria Pryshlak, President, Ukrainian Free University
October 25, Leipzig
17:00: Program at Consulate General Leipzig, Wilhelm-Seyfferth-Strasse 4, 04103 Leipzig
https://facebook.com/events/s/reading-and-discussion-with-vi/1130006414629467/
More information about The Rooster House can be found on My Book page.
17 Comments
Alina: If one museum, then Haus der Kunst in Munich! Impressive, historical and imposing architecture and interesting exhibitions. It is next to the Englische Garten & Surfer Spot at Eisbach.
Lembachhaus is also impressive (but a little in between larger exhibitions right now)
Also recommended: a stroll from Marienplatz to Viktualienmarkt then to Gärtnerplatz just to get that Munich as a village – vibe October 20, 2023 at 9:13am
Victoria: Thank you very much! This sounds like a great plan for my Munich visit. I don’t have that much time, but it will be enough to visit at least one museum and explore the city a bit. October 20, 2023 at 9:52am
Debi Sen Gupta: I spent a few days in Munich way back in Dec 2019. Didn’t know then that I wouldn’t be travelling after that for many years.
I enjoyed the farmers market there and a small toy museum in marlenplatz.
The Jewish museum in Jacob plats was informative and worth visiting October 20, 2023 at 9:43am
Victoria: Many people say that Munich is worth visiting. Glad that I finally have a chance. October 20, 2023 at 9:52am
Deborah: I always love visiting churches and Munich has two wonderful ones, with wildly different architecture: the Heiliggeistkirche a marvel of the Baroque, and the Jesu-Herz-Kirche, modern and minimalist. If you have the time, the Nymphenburg Palace, especially including the various small pavilions in the grounds. October 20, 2023 at 10:52am
Victoria: Thank you very much for these suggestions! October 20, 2023 at 12:11pm
Sophie: At Leipzig, I quite enjoyed the Museum of Musical Instruments/Musikinstrumentenmuseum which is part of the Grassi Museum and quite close to the city centre.
Unfortunately I have not managed to find any information about your reading at Leipzig, is it open to the public (and if yes, where might I find information about whether it’s still possible to get a ticket)? October 20, 2023 at 11:44am
Victoria: Sophie, here is the information:
https://facebook.com/events/s/reading-and-discussion-with-vi/1130006414629467/
You can register directly on the consulate page. I hope to meet you there.
Thank you very much for your recommendations! I haven’t visited those museums yet, so I will add them to my list. October 20, 2023 at 12:01pm
Hamamelis: The Alte Pinakothek is worthwhile a visit, with some beautiful Dutch masters as well. Also the Clockenspiel of the old townhall, it is just so German. Eat some Brezel and with weizenbier to wash it down, or if you are brave with weisswurst! Wishing you a pleasant and successful trip! October 20, 2023 at 11:44am
Victoria: Thank you very much! October 20, 2023 at 12:35pm
Geraldine Ethen: In Leipzig you do not want to miss St. Thomas Church where JS Bach was director of music for 27 years and Martin Luther preached.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/St._Thomas_Church,_Leipzig
Choirs from around the world visit there and sing in the church to honor Bach’s memory. I was lucky to have been there with our local Bach Cantata Choir in 2018. October 20, 2023 at 1:39pm
Victoria: Thank you very much ! October 21, 2023 at 5:35am
Klaas: Victoria, Munich has an excellent ballet company, the Bayerische Staatsballett. If they are performing while they are there you should check them out!
I second the Pinakotek (an amazing museum with works by Dürer and Cranach) and if all else fails a stroll in the beautiful Englisher Garten to clear the mind.
Veel succes!! October 20, 2023 at 5:21pm
Victoria: Yes, I don’t have that much time, but it’s something to consider for another visit. Thank you! October 21, 2023 at 5:35am
Klaas: *while you are there…typo! October 20, 2023 at 5:23pm
Laura Scheuer: I love Munich’s Lenbachhaus, a manageably sized museum that is the home of German Expressionism and especially, the Blaue Reiter. I also recommend seeing the gorgeous (Rococo) jewel box Cuvilies Theatre at Residenzstrasse 1, even if your busy schedule precludes attending a performance. Last, walking around you will notice many shops and pharmacies that specialize in herbal or other natural remedies, a long tradition there. Have a great time! October 20, 2023 at 9:46pm
Victoria: So many great recommendations for Munich. Thank you very much. October 21, 2023 at 5:36am