In the footsteps of the glassmaking industry (Weißwasser/O.L., D)

The industry of glassmaking is firmly rooted in the towns, villages and people of this region. Particularly the town of Weißwasser/O.L. is inextricably linked with the tradition of glass production. To this day, the town‘s appearance is characterised by glass factories, glass grinding shops, townhouses and villas from the boom of glass production.

The glass trail will take you through the glassmaking past

However, after the importance of glass production declined and the town was rebuilt, in 1990 there was a risk of the history that gave people pride and prosperity fading away. Today, only Stölzle Lausitz GmbH and Telux GmbH continue the intensive, almost centuryold history of glass production in Weißwasser. Additionally, a series of projects, including a pedestrian glassmaking trail aim to keep this history alive. On this trail, visitors can use a map or an application to explore the town‘s historical glassmaking sites on their own. They are accompanied by famous figures such as Wagenfeld or Neufert. The places where they once created are still surprisingly authentic. The route is constantly expanding, bringing new treasures to light.