Dessau
The third edition takes place in the lively Dessau Campus of Anhalt University of Applied Sciences.
2026 marks a historic milestone: the 100th anniversary of the Bauhaus in Dessau. As a participant, you won’t just be visiting a city; you’ll be stepping into a year-long celebration. Dessau will be buzzing and vibing with exclusive events, exhibitions, and festivals dedicated to architecture and design. This is your chance to explore the world-renowned UNESCO World Heritage sites while being immersed in an atmosphere of creative pioneer spirit.
Dessau is a compact and walkable city; most locations are within 10–15 minutes on foot after arrival.
After attending the school and completing the project work, students can get 2 ECTS, upon request.
(Germany)
7 to 11
September 2026
Anhalt University of Applied Sciences
Seminarplatz 2a, 06846 Dessau
Pre-Travel Information
SUMMED-PV Program 2025 Click on this link to download the school program
How to get to Dessau (Germany)
Recommended Airports & Train Travel
Recommended Arrival Airports
For international participants, the most convenient airports to travel to Dessau are:
- Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) – strongly recommended
Closest major airport with frequent and fast train connections. - Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) – recommended
Good international connectivity with reliable onward train connections.
Other airports (e.g. Frankfurt or Munich) are possible but usually involve longer travel times and more transfers.
From Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Dessau
Leipzig/Halle Airport is the closest and easiest option.
- Direct S-Bahn or regional trains connect the airport to Leipzig Messe
- From Leipzig Hbf, regional trains run regularly to Dessau Hauptbahnhof
- Total travel time: approx. 1–1.5 hours, depending on the connection
From Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Dessau
Berlin Airport offers many international connections.
- Take regional or long-distance trains from BER to Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- From Berlin Hbf, continue by regional train to Dessau Hauptbahnhof
- Total travel time: approx. 2–3 hours
Important Notes
- Train connections are frequent during the day
- Late-night connections are limited
- Participants are strongly advised to arrive in Dessau before 18:00 (6:00 PM) to ensure smooth onward travel
- Participants arriving late should plan their journey in advance
- Dessau is a compact and walkable city; most locations are within 10–15 minutes on foot after arrival
Buying Train Tickets
To make train travel easy, participants are strongly advised to use the DB Navigator app.
👉 Download: DB Navigator (Android / iOS)
Allows you to:
- Search connections from airport to Dessau
- See real-time platform and delay information
- Buy digital train tickets directly in the app
Step-by-Step: How to Buy a Ticket
- Open DB Navigator
- Enter:
- From: Leipzig/Halle Airport OR Berlin Brandenburg Airport
- To: Dessau Hbf
- Select your preferred connection
- Purchase the ticket directly in the app (card or PayPal)
- Show the digital ticket on your phone during inspection
Regional Day Ticket (Optional – Budget Option)
For participants travelling only on regional trains, a Quer-durchs-Land-Ticket may be useful.
- Valid on regional trains across Germany for one day
- Can be used by small groups travelling together
- Available via DB Navigator or DB website
(Details and suitability depend on route and group size)
Important Notes
- Train connections are frequent during the day
- Late-night connections are limited
- Participants are strongly advised to arrive in Dessau before 18:00 (6:00 PM) to ensure smooth onward travel
- Participants arriving late should plan their journey in advance
- Dessau is a compact and walkable city; most locations are within 10–15 minutes on foot after arrival
Accommodation & Arrival Information
Accommodation
Accommodation is included in the registration fee (5 nights, Sunday to Friday) at:
B&B Hotel Dessau
Double rooms with single beds.
Breakfast is not included in the registration fee. Participants who wish to have breakfast at the hotel may book it directly at their own expense during their stay. Further details about catering during the event can be found in the section Meals During the Event.
Accommodation is available from Sunday afternoon.
Check-in times will be communicated in advance.
International participants are advised to arrive on Sunday. Accommodation will be available from Sunday afternoon
Local participants may arrive on Monday morning.If preferred, they are also welcome to request accommodation in Dessau.
Participants who prefer private accommodation may book independently at their own expense. Recommended hotels within walking distance of the campus include:
What Happens on Monday
After arriving at Dessau Hauptbahnhof (Hbf), participants can reach the accommodation and campus easily on foot or by public transport.
Registration begins at midday on Monday, followed by the Welcome & School Overview session and keynote lectures on campus.
In the evening, it is planned to have a welcoming and networking event.
Further details will be shared with registered participants via email before the event.
Campus Map & Locations
To help you find your way easily, a campus map of Hochschule Anhalt – Dessau Campus is provided above. It shows the main buildings, seminar rooms, lecture halls, and important facilities used during the SUMMED-PV School.
Most program activities take place within short walking distance. The train station (Dessau Hbf) is located close to the campus, and key locations such as lecture rooms, laboratories, the Mensa (cafeteria), and seminar areas are clearly marked on the map.
Detailed room information for each session will be provided in the program schedule.
Meals During the Event
Information regarding the meals being provided during the event
Breakfast
Breakfast is not included in the registration fee.
Participants who wish to have breakfast at the B&B Hotel may book it directly at the hotel at their own expense. Alternatively, there are many bakeries within walking distance.
German bakeries usually open early, from 06:00 or 07:00 onwards on weekdays:
- Café Lily – Genusswerkstatt
- Bäckerei Brötchen Hof
- Konditorei Mrosek
- Bäckerei-Konditorei Meiling
- Bäckerei Lantzsch (Café)
Lunch (to be confirmed)
Lunch is planned for Tuesday and Thursday at the Campus Café (inside the Mensa).
On Wednesday, lunch is expected to take place in Bernburg as part of the excursion programme.
Final details and confirmation will be communicated before the event.
Dinner
Dinner will not be included all days.
- There are numerous restaurants reachable within 10–15 minutes walking distance
- Wide range of options including international cuisine and traditional German food
Recommended dinner options (selection):
- Teehäuschen (Mediterranean / Italian)
- LOU (Asian Fusion & Sushi)
- Antik-Pub Dessau (A traditional German pub / bar-restaurant)
- Brauhaus Zum Alten Dessauer (German cuisine)
- Kornhaus (A la carte / Bauhaus Architecture / River View)
- Bauhaus Cafe (Café-Bistro im Bauhaus) (Café / Light Snacks / Bistro)
- Orod (Persian Grill / Oriental Specialties)
- Lutf (Afghan Cuisine)
Food & Shops Close to Campus
Several food options and shops are located within short walking distance of the Dessau Campus:
Supermarkets
Cafés & Quick Lunch Options
- Café am Campus Dessau
- Café Bistro im Bauhaus
- Steinecke (bakery at the train station)
For a broader overview, see:
The 10 Best Lunch Restaurants in Dessau (Updated 2026)
How to Get to Dessau (Germany)
Recommended Airports & Train Travel
Recommended Arrival Airports
during your stay
SUMMED-PV Program 2025 Click on this link to download the school program
How to get to Dessau (Germany)
Recommended Airports & Train Travel
Recommended Arrival Airports
For international participants, the most convenient airports to travel to Dessau are:
- Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) – strongly recommended
Closest major airport with frequent and fast train connections. - Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) – recommended
Good international connectivity with reliable onward train connections.
Other airports (e.g. Frankfurt or Munich) are possible but usually involve longer travel times and more transfers.
From Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Dessau
Leipzig/Halle Airport is the closest and easiest option.
- Direct S-Bahn or regional trains connect the airport to Leipzig Messe
- From Leipzig Hbf, regional trains run regularly to Dessau Hauptbahnhof
- Total travel time: approx. 1–1.5 hours, depending on the connection
From Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Dessau
Berlin Airport offers many international connections.
- Take regional or long-distance trains from BER to Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- From Berlin Hbf, continue by regional train to Dessau Hauptbahnhof
- Total travel time: approx. 2–3 hours
Important Notes
- Train connections are frequent during the day
- Late-night connections are limited
- Participants are strongly advised to arrive in Dessau before 18:00 (6:00 PM) to ensure smooth onward travel
- Participants arriving late should plan their journey in advance
- Dessau is a compact and walkable city; most locations are within 10–15 minutes on foot after arrival
Buying Train Tickets
To make train travel easy, participants are strongly advised to use the DB Navigator app.
👉 Download: DB Navigator (Android / iOS)
Allows you to:
- Search connections from airport to Dessau
- See real-time platform and delay information
- Buy digital train tickets directly in the app
Step-by-Step: How to Buy a Ticket
- Open DB Navigator
- Enter:
- From: Leipzig/Halle Airport OR Berlin Brandenburg Airport
- To: Dessau Hbf
- Select your preferred connection
- Purchase the ticket directly in the app (card or PayPal)
- Show the digital ticket on your phone during inspection
Regional Day Ticket (Optional – Budget Option)
For participants travelling only on regional trains, a Quer-durchs-Land-Ticket may be useful.
- Valid on regional trains across Germany for one day
- Can be used by small groups travelling together
- Available via DB Navigator or DB website
(Details and suitability depend on route and group size)
Important Notes
- Train connections are frequent during the day
- Late-night connections are limited
- Participants are strongly advised to arrive in Dessau before 18:00 (6:00 PM) to ensure smooth onward travel
- Participants arriving late should plan their journey in advance
- Dessau is a compact and walkable city; most locations are within 10–15 minutes on foot after arrival
Meals During the Event
Information regarding the meals being provided druing the event
Breakfast
Breakfast will not be included, but there are many bakeries within walking distance.
German bakeries usually open early, from 06:00 or 07:00 onwards on weekdays:
- Café Lily – Genusswerkstatt
- Bäckerei Brötchen Hof
- Konditorei Mrosek
- Bäckerei-Konditorei Meiling
- Bäckerei Lantzsch (Café)
Lunch (to be confirmed)
- Lunch options are expected to be available near or on campus
- Details regarding Mensa opening hours and lunch availability will be confirmed and communicated before the event
Dinner
Dinner will not be included all days.
- There are numerous restaurants reachable within 10–15 minutes walking distance
- Wide range of options including international cuisine and traditional German food
Recommended dinner options (selection):
- Teehäuschen (Mediterranean / Italian)
- LOU (Asian Fusion & Sushi)
- Antik-Pub Dessau (A traditional German pub / bar-restaurant)
- Brauhaus Zum Alten Dessauer (German cuisine)
- Kornhaus (A la carte / Bauhaus Architecture / River View)
- Bauhaus Cafe (Café-Bistro im Bauhaus) (Café / Light Snacks / Bistro)
- Orod (Persian Grill / Oriental Specialties)
- Lutf (Afghan Cuisine)
Food & Shops Close to Campus
Several food options and shops are located within short walking distance of the Dessau Campus:
Supermarkets & Bakeries
- ALDI – located down the road from campus
- Bahnhof Steinecke (Bakery)
Cafés & Quick Lunch Options
- Café am Campus Dessau
- Café Bistro im Bauhaus
- Antik-Pub Dessau
For a broader overview, see: The 10 Best Lunch Restaurants in Dessau (Updated 2026)
How to Get to Dessau (Germany)
Recommended Airports & Train Travel
Recommended Arrival Airports
Accommodation
Accommodation is available upon request.
Stay 5 nights (Sunday to Friday morning) at the Wandery Hostel Dessau. Located in the city center, it is just a 15-minute walk from the Dessau Campus
The Wandery Experience: “Digital. Social. Unique”
- Stay: Modern shared dorms (max. 4 people).
- Amenities: Fully equipped communal kitchen, laundry, and secure storage.
The accommodation cost will be included in the registration fee, if requested.
