City Handbook for Design Enthusiasts
For design enthusiasts seeking a unique cultural experience, Pforzheim, a city famed for its rich history in jewelry and watchmaking, offers a treasure trove of creative hotspots. This guide will lead you on an exciting journey through the city's design scene.
Key Highlights
The Jewelry Museum (Schmuckmuseum), housed in the Reuchlinhaus, is a must-visit. Its extensive collection of jewelry from various periods and styles offers insights into the evolution of jewelry design. Meanwhile, the Technical Museum (Technisches Museum) delves into the production techniques and machinery used in watch and jewelry manufacturing, making it a fascinating destination for those interested in the craft and technology behind these industries.
The Gasometer Pforzheim, while not exclusively a design museum, offers a unique 360° panorama experience, blending art and technology for an immersive experience.
Creative Hotspots
Wildpark Pforzheim, primarily a nature and wildlife area, provides a peaceful retreat for design enthusiasts, inspiring creativity with its scenic landscapes. Schloessle-Galerie, a shopping mall, offers a venue to explore local craftsmanship and shop for unique souvenirs.
Visiting local workshops or studios can provide firsthand insights into the craftsmanship and design processes involved in Pforzheim's traditional industries. The city's creative scene extends to the EMMA creative center and the Pforzheim University of Applied Sciences with its Faculty of Design.
The municipal company Wirtschaft und Stadtmarketing Pforzheim (WSP) has published this city guide specifically for design enthusiasts. The guide is available free of charge at the Tourist Information office at Schlossberg 15-17 in Pforzheim. It is also available at the listed businesses and restaurants.
Markus Epple, head of the WSP economic development department, explains that the guide's purpose is to give visitors a fascinating insight into Pforzheim's design and art scene. Almut Benkert, head of the creative economy department at WSP, stresses that the guide highlights the potential of Pforzheim's creative scene.
This new publication, in a handy DIN A6 format, encourages readers to explore the city independently with appealing photos and clear city maps. Names like "Lady Gaga" can be found alongside major metropolises like Paris or New York in the guide, showcasing Pforzheim's design scene on a global stage.
Discover Schloessle-Galerie, a shopping mall in the heart of Pforzheim, where you can immerse yourself in local craftsmanship andfind unique souvenirs, adding a touch of Pforzheim's design influencestolife-and-garden decor or home-and-garden collections. As you explore the city's creativehotspots, don't forget to visit the emissionshopping districts for a truly memorable experience.
