Audio Guide of the Green Citadel

The inner courtyards are open to the public and are usually accessible every day, generally from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, allowing you to admire the architecture freely. To see the interior and go up the tower, you need to join a guided tour; you can check the latest schedules on its official website.

Walking through the courtyards and enjoying Hundertwasser’s facade is completely free. If you want to take the guided tour, which includes access to the tower and historical details, the price is around €7 per adult, and you can buy tickets at the complex’s information shop.

If you only plan to walk through the courtyards and take photos of the exterior, about 30 minutes will be enough. However, if you decide to take the full guided tour and enjoy a coffee on site, I recommend allowing at least an hour and a half for the experience.

The Green Citadel is a posthumous masterpiece by the famous artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser, inaugurated in 2005 as an 'oasis for humanity and nature.' It stands out for breaking with rationalist architecture through organic forms, undulating floors, and trees growing from the windows.

Spring and summer are the best times to see the vegetation on the roofs and balconies at its fullest. I recommend going on a sunny morning to better appreciate the contrast between the pink color of the facade and the green living nature integrated into the building.

Yes, the complex has elevators and ramps that make it easier to access the main areas and the tower for wheelchair users. However, keep in mind that the intentionally uneven floors, part of Hundertwasser’s artistic vision, require some caution when moving around.

The location is excellent, right next to the majestic Magdeburg Cathedral and just a short walk from the Monastery of Our Lady (Kunstmuseum Kloster Unser Lieben Frauen). You are also very close to the banks of the Elbe River, ideal for a relaxing stroll.

Don’t forget to visit the building’s public restrooms, as they are also designed in the unique artistic style of mosaics and curved shapes. Also, remember that this is a residential building, so it is important to keep noise levels moderate in the inner courtyards out of respect for the residents.