MDR Landesfunkhaus

Did the MDR Landesfunkhaus in Dresden always echo with the voices of Saxony? No. This imposing building, nestled in Dresden’s Albertstadt, once housed soldiers, not journalists. The MDR Landesfunkhaus occupies the grounds of a former military barracks. It served as the König-Johann-Kaserne and later the Pionier-Kaserne. Imagine the parade grounds filled with marching boots instead of satellite vans. Today, the MDR Landesfunkhaus is a hub of activity. It’s the home of MDR Sachsen, the radio station that captures the pulse of Saxony. The building also houses the television studio for MDR SACHSENSPIEGEL and the regional online portal on mdr.de. They cover everything that moves Saxony. The MDR Landesfunkhaus plays a vital role in preserving and promoting the Sorbian language. A minority language spoken in the region, the Sorbian language finds a voice within these walls. If you arrive by car, you can reach the MDR Landesfunkhaus via the A4 Autobahn. The MDR, as a whole, has quite a history. It was founded in 1991. It became a member of ARD, a consortium of public broadcasters in Germany. Its headquarters are in Leipzig, with regional studios like this one in Dresden, as well as in Erfurt and Magdeburg. The MDR broadcasts its own television channel and contributes to the national channel, Das Erste. It also operates numerous radio stations. So next time you tune into MDR Sachsen, remember the journey of this building. From military barracks to media powerhouse, the MDR Landesfunkhaus stands as a symbol of Saxony’s ever-evolving story.