Mitte in Leipzig, Saxony, Germany — Central Europe
Neues Gewandhaus
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New Gewandhaus
Photographed by James Hulse, March 11, 2026
1. Neues Gewandhaus / New Gewandhaus Marker
Das 1981 eröffnete Neue Gewandhaus ist das einzige in der DDR errichtete Konzerthaus. Es entstand auf Initiative des Gewandhauskapellmeisters Kurt Masur und ist Heimstatt des bereits 1743 gegründeten Gewandhausorchesters. Das Haus verfügt über zwei vielfach genutzte Säle. Der Spruch am Orgelprospekt im Großen Saal RES SEVERA VERUM GAUDIUM (Wahres Vergnügen ist eine ernste Sache) begleitet das Gewandhaus seit 1781.
Opened in 1981, the New Gewandhaus (Cloth Hall) was the only concert hall to be built in the GDR and was instigated by the Gewandhaus Music Director Kurt Masur. It is the home of the Leipzig Gewandhaus Orchestra which was founded in 1743. The building provides two halls for a wide variety of uses. The motto on the organ prospect RES SEVERA VERUM GAUDIUM (True joy is a serious matter) has been associated with the Gewandhaus since 1781.
Erected by City of Leipzig and Free State of Saxony. (Marker Number 1.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music
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Location. 51° 20.294′ N, 12° 22.82′ E. Marker is in Leipzig, Sachsen (Saxony). It is in Mitte. It is at the intersection of Augustusplatz and Grimmaischer Steinweg, on the right when traveling south on Augustusplatz. The marker is located at the northwest corner of the front entrance to the building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Augustuspl 8, Leipzig SN 04109, Germany. Touch for directions.
Regionally, it is in Europe, the European Union, Atlantic Europe, Central Europe, the Schengen Area, Western Europe, and the Western World. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire and specifically also the Holy Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: MDR-Würfel - MDR-Orchester und -Chöre / MDR Cube - MDR Orchestra and Choirs (within shouting distance of this marker); Paulinum - Aula und Universitätskirche St. Pauli (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Erinnerung an die Stadtverordnetentagung vom 1. März 1848 (about 90 meters away); Universitätskirche St. Pauli / St. Paul's University Church (about 120 meters away); Der Tag der Entscheidung / The day of decision (about 120 meters away); Solidarność / Solidarität / Solidarity (about 120 meters away); Zum Gedenken an die Familie Bamberger / In Memory of the Bamberger Family (about 150 meters away); 40. Jahrestag der DDR / 40th anniversary of the GDR (about 150 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Leipzig.
Photographed by James Hulse, March 11, 2026
2. Neues Gewandhaus / New Gewandhaus Marker
The view of the marker with the Neues Augusteum Audimax in the background.
Photographed by James Hulse, March 11, 2026
3. Neues Gewandhaus / New Gewandhaus Marker
The New Gewandhaus is located directly behind the fountain.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 17, 2026. It was originally submitted on June 16, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 9 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 17, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
