Top Rated Attractions in Marburg

Kulturzentrum Jokus has found great favor with the youth of Giessen who converge here regularly for the famed rock concerts. Poetry slam nights are when budding poets are encouraged to come and recite their amateur works before an appreciative audience, while the theatrical productions do their bit in inculcating a genuine love for theater in the youth. Film screenings are also held at the movie theater. Workshops are conducted for those interested.

Event & Kulturscheune Dagobertshausen was formerly a barn that was remodeled and refurbished into a spectacular event venue for hosting private events as well as events related to culture and arts. Surrounded by a canopy of trees and lush greenery, it is an idyllic location away from the hustle bustle of the city and has also been awarded for its exquisite location. The property comprises a terrace and a sprawling garden and also serves as a popular venue for weddings and receptions.

Waggonhalle is a the cultural focal-point of the town of Marburg, with as many as 200 to 250 events taking place on a yearly basis. An old railway station building was converted to accommodate this cultural hub which opened its doors in the year 1996. Although mainly concentrating on theater, several other concerts and workshops are also held at this venue. Plays in German as well as international languages take place here.

Although the Ludwigstrasse 6 in the Giessen city center can easily be dwarfed by larger music venues in the city, the intimacy it offers matches no other. This intimate venue has a major following among the music lovers as it regularly features performances of local as well as international artists/ bands. The events of WG-Festival are held at Ludwigstrasse 6 every year, which also includes art exhibits of various contemporary artists.