--- title: "Ringelnatz birthplace Wurzen" url: "https://www.leipzig.travel/en/poi/ringelnatz-birthplace-wurzen" description: "Ringelnatz Birthplace WurzenJoachim Ringelnatz was one of the most famous stage artists of the Weimar Republic. He had close friendships with Asta Nielsen, Paul Wegener and the sculptor Renée Sintenis. Today, as a poet, cabaret artist, draughtsman and painter, he enjoys not only local but also nationwide fame and has long since become part of the lyrical memory of the entire German-speaking world. His sometimes bizarre, funny and witty poems can still be found in many school textbooks and are frequently taken up in Germany's cabaret and cabaret scene.The house where Joachim Ringelnatz was born, whose history goes back to 1511, is the last remaining baroque house in the town of Wurzen. According to the midwife's birth certificate, he was born here as Hans Gustav Bötticher on August 7, 1883 at \"11 ¾ o'clock\" in a room above the hallway. The memorial plaque on the birthplace commemorates the artist, who died very young, and was installed in 1945 in the presence of his sister Ottilie.After extensive renovations, the Ringelnatz birthplace has been open to visitors again since 2023. The aim is to gradually develop it into a literary memorial, meeting place and research center for an important German literary heritage and a great Saxon artist. The offerings are intended to whet the appetite of a wide audience for an encounter with Ringelnatz's legacy. Lectures and readings take place in the small reading café, while the hall, which can accommodate up to 70 guests, is used for puppet shows, cabaret, concerts and exhibitions. Guided tours are organized for daycare centers and schools, and the project room offers space for creative courses, art projects or educational museum programs." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/2912225/fec833924df8ca22887d3e2c52e557b5b8f01c1e303c62a000f2b154ccc6ae6d/ringelnatz-birthplace.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Leipzig Travel > Special > Destination.Data Details > Poi" --- Share Ringelnatz birthplace Wurzen ============================ - Cultural centre - Historical site - Culture and event venue Ringelnatz birthplace Memorial plaque at the Ringelnatzhaus Ringelnatz Birthplace Exhibition Ringelnatz birthplace stage in the hall.jpg Ringelnatz Birthplace Permanent exhibition Ringelnatz Birthplace Garden Ringelnatz Birthplace Reading Café Ringelnatz Birthplace Hall **There are many houses of more or less famous personalities in Germany. However, the Ringelnatz birthplace only exists once - in Wurzen** . **Ringelnatz Birthplace Wurzen** Joachim Ringelnatz was one of the most famous stage artists of the Weimar Republic. He had close friendships with Asta Nielsen, Paul Wegener and the sculptor Renée Sintenis. Today, as a poet, cabaret artist, draughtsman and painter, he enjoys not only local but also nationwide fame and has long since become part of the lyrical memory of the entire German-speaking world. His sometimes bizarre, funny and witty poems can still be found in many school textbooks and are frequently taken up in Germany's cabaret and cabaret scene. The house where Joachim Ringelnatz was born, whose history goes back to 1511, is the last remaining baroque house in the town of Wurzen. According to the midwife's birth certificate, he was born here as Hans Gustav Bötticher on August 7, 1883 at "11 ¾ o'clock" in a room above the hallway. The memorial plaque on the birthplace commemorates the artist, who died very young, and was installed in 1945 in the presence of his sister Ottilie. After extensive renovations, the Ringelnatz birthplace has been open to visitors again since 2023. The aim is to gradually develop it into a literary memorial, meeting place and research center for an important German literary heritage and a great Saxon artist. The offerings are intended to whet the appetite of a wide audience for an encounter with Ringelnatz's legacy. Lectures and readings take place in the small reading café, while the hall, which can accommodate up to 70 guests, is used for puppet shows, cabaret, concerts and exhibitions. Guided tours are organized for daycare centers and schools, and the project room offers space for creative courses, art projects or educational museum programs. Read more Good to know ------------ Openings Dayoff: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday Read more Price info Depending on the event Read more Directions & Parking facilities By public transport: From Leipzig main station, take the S3 or RE50 to Wurzen. The destination is about 550 m away on foot. By car: Take the B6 and turn left towards Crostigall. Read more Social Media Read more Organization Leipzig Tourismus und Marketing GmbH License (master data) Leipzig Tourismus und Marketing GmbH Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Show - Show - Show - Place of interest - Historical site - Culture and event venue - Museum/art collection - Tours 84.29 km - Cycling 2.36 km - Themed hiking trail 17.84 km - Long-distance cycling route Contact Crostigall 14 04808 Wurzen