Gym

The Kunstpalast’s collection is constantly evolving. To mark the GeSoLei’s anniversary, we’re taking that quite literally: with a sports circuit right in the heart of the art!

In 1926, the Exhibition for Health Care, Social Welfare and Physical Exercise (GeSoLei) was held in the Ehrenhof buildings and beyond. The exhibition attracted over 7.5 million visitors. Sport played a central role, with activities ranging from gymnastics and athletics to water sports. Even today, physical exercise plays a major role in many people’s lives. Around 12 million Germans are members of a gym, which equates to approximately 15 per cent of the population. The reasons why we do sport – or at least intend to – are varied: competition or team spirit, exertion or relaxation, self-improvement or simply for fun.

GYM invites visitors to discover the current scope and significance of sport on a journey through the collection. Endurance and strength training machines, equipment and exercises can be actively used. At 23 stations, visitors can experience the art on display in a whole new way. As well as open training sessions, there are regular classes on offer: from barre, Pilates and yoga to boxing and HIIT. On Thursday evenings, there’s also the chance to work out together to music.
Get fit and stay fit – with art!