Name: ROHKUNSTBAU 31 — “The Art of Transgression” 2026
Start: 2026-06-13T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-11-01T00:00:00+00:00
Location: Schloss Altdöbern

Rohkunstbau 31

About Rohkunstbau 31

For over three decades, Rohkunstbau has been one of Eastern Germany's most important contemporary art exhibitions. The 31st edition in 2026, from June 13 to November 1, will showcase works by 16 international artists at Altdöbern Castle in the Lausitz region. The theme “The Art of Transgression” reflects transformation—societal, technological, and artistic. Curator: Christoph Tannert.

Dates 13 Jun — 01 Nov 2026

Venue Altdöbern (12066)

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Edition 2026

Rohkunstbau 31 — edition 2026

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The 31st edition of Rohkunstbau, from June 13 to November 1, 2026, at Altdöbern Castle, will feature works by 16 international artists on the theme “The Art of Transgression.” Curator Christoph Tannert has made a strong thematic selection exploring societal, technological, and artistic transformation. Opening on June 13 at 3:30 PM.

The nearly five-month duration allows visitors to experience the exhibition between summer and autumn—and potentially visit multiple times to allow individual works to resonate. The themes are current: How do we transgress societal boundaries (migration, identity)? How do AI and digital worlds change our self-perception? How do artists push the boundaries of their practice?

The opening on June 13, 2026, starting at 3:30 PM, is a must-attend event for the German-speaking art scene—opening reception talks, meeting artists, followed by the exhibition viewing. Those traveling from Berlin or Cottbus often combine the vernissage with a weekend in the Lausitz region: Spreewald tours, Senftenberg Lake, Cottbus.

Highlights Rohkunstbau 31 2026

16 international artists from Silvina Der Meguerditchian to Johan Grimonprez, curator Christoph Tannert, vernissage June 13 at 3:30 PM at Altdöbern Castle.

Programme Rohkunstbau 31 2026

Rohkunstbau 31 — Program June 13 – November 1, 2026 (Altdöbern Castle)

Opening

June 13, 2026
2:00 PM — Castle opens for visitors
3:30 PM — Official Vernissage

Opening Hours

June – September: Fri 1:00 PM–6:00 PM · Sat/Sun 12:00 PM–6:00 PM
October: Fri 1:00 PM–5:00 PM · Sat/Sun 12:00 PM–5:00 PM
Public Holidays: 12:00 PM–5:00 PM

Theme

“The Art of Transgression” — Exploring transformation and boundaries in society, technology, human connections, the digital world, and artistic practice.

Artists (16 international positions)

Silvina Der Meguerditchian
Johan Grimonprez
Manaf Halbouni
Paloma Varga Weisz
… and 12 more international positions

Curator

Christoph Tannert (Berliner Künstlerhaus Bethanien)

Funding

Projektfonds Kulturplan Lausitz

Prices Rohkunstbau 31 2026

Tickets available via rohkunstbau.net and the Eventim-light shop. Ticket prices and concessions are listed on the festival website.

Practical information

Practical information — Rohkunstbau 31

Getting There

Altdöbern Castle, Am Park, 03229 Altdöbern. Take the RB36 train from Cottbus (approx. 25 min), or by car via the A13 (Berlin–Dresden), exit Calau.

Opening Hours

June–September: Fri 1 PM–6 PM, Sat/Sun 12 PM–6 PM · October: Fri 1 PM–5 PM, Sat/Sun 12 PM–5 PM · Public Holidays 12 PM–5 PM.

Tickets

Available via rohkunstbau.net and the Eventim-light shop. Supporters: Projektfonds Kulturplan Lausitz.

Rohkunstbau — Castle Art Since 1994

Rohkunstbau is an institution for contemporary art in Eastern Germany. Since 1994, the association has organized annual summer exhibitions in Brandenburg castles, inviting international and national artists with a decidedly curatorial ambition. Rotating venues (Schloss Groß Leuthen, Schloss Lieberose, now Altdöbern) and changing themes keep the format vibrant. The 31st edition in 2026 will feature 16 international artists.

“The Art of Transgression” — The 2026 Theme

Curator Christoph Tannert (Berliner Künstlerhaus Bethanien, long-time curator on the Berlin art scene) developed the concept for the 31st edition around the idea of transformation: How does the new emerge? How do we transgress societal, technological, and artistic boundaries? The works explore social change, human connections, technological innovation, digital transformation, and artistic strategies.

Artists 2026

Among the 16 invited artists are Silvina Der Meguerditchian (Argentina/Germany), Johan Grimonprez (Belgium), Manaf Halbouni (Syria/Germany), Paloma Varga Weisz (Spain/Germany), and other international positions. The selection reflects the festival's global reach and high thematic relevance.

Altdöbern Castle — A Venue Steeped in History

Altdöbern Castle in the Oberspreewald-Lausitz district, an 18th-century Baroque water castle, offers perfect exhibition conditions with its restored interiors and park grounds. The opening will take place on June 13, 2026, at 3:30 PM (the castle opens for visitors from 2 PM).