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Even from afar, visitors approaching the city from the west are greeted by the 42-meter-high towers of the parish church of St. Nicholas. It was built in the Romanesque style at the beginning of the 12th century.

Another landmark of Geithain is the imposing powder tower from around 1200. At that time, a small, castle-like building belonged to the tower, where the bailiff had his seat. He administered the city and was also responsible for jurisdiction until the late Middle Ages. In the lower, windowless area, a prison was set up for thieves and robbers. They were given something to eat and drink through a hatch on the upper floor. Later, when Geithain was a garrison town, gunpowder was also stored in the tower - which gives the "powder tower" its name. A small exhibition in the inner area tells of this exciting time. Originally, the powder tower was part of the medieval city wall that surrounded the entire city. With its impressive 28 meters high, it served as a watchtower to protect Geithain. From here, the watchman could oversee the entire area, spot approaching enemies early on and warn the citizens of an attack. Even today, the upper floor offers a wonderful view of Geithain and the surrounding area.

Behind the cemetery, a cycle path leads through green areas and along the old city wall to the centre of Geithain

Very worth seeing, you have to see it

Very worth seeing, you have to see it

Inaugurated in 2002, it shows linen weavers and butchers in the conflict over water rights

Construction began around 1165, now renovated, organ concerts and tours through the underground passages

below the lower gate, first mentioned in the 13th century