DORTMUND TOURS

Dive into the dreamy spheres of Dalí, wander through the whimsical worlds of Gaudí, and soak up the innovative vibes of contemporary art exhibition. With innovative light and sound technology, the artwork displayed in this interesting venue is projected on its walls, making you feel like you are part of the piece.

At Phoenix des Lumières, step into Dortmund's historic steel mill, the Phoenixhalle, where art meets technology. Your timed entry ticket ensures a relaxed viewing experience. Start by exploring the artworks at the Dalí – Gaudí – 3 Movements exhibit. Watch the masterpieces of these iconic artists come to life through innovative, digital presentations, and imagine walking through their worlds. Dalí: The Endless Enigma Salvador Dalí's work is as unique as his iconic twirled mustache and has made a mark in the contemporary art world. One of his famous pieces The Persistence of Memory aka Melting Clocks is a result of his forced hallucinations, caused by eating camembert cheese. Amusing, right? Antoni Gaudí: Architecture of Fantasy A renowned architect of his time, Gaudi is said to have been a source of inspiration for Salvador Dalí. His architecture is unique as there is a lot of light and space play, colored glass, mosaic, and patterns, making it a limitless space for imagination. This exhibit is an ode to his contribution as a modernist architect, constructing buildings that are now UNESCO World Heritage sites. 3 Movements Get to see this temporary, 6-minute exhibition created by the Istanbul-based art, design, and technology studio Nohlab. The venue has a lot of abstract portrayals and visitors can experience the movements of the bodies in time and space. Catch the rhythmic interpretation of 3 dancers displaying different forms of dance during this short exhibition.