The town of Guben was founded by Heinrich (the Illustrious) as far back as 1235. The production of wine was already underway in the 13^th Century. Later, as the trade in this quite sour wine fell away, fruit plantations grew out of the former vineyards. Fruit wine was available in more than 100 “wine gardens”.

In 1945, after World War II, the town was divided into two parts – Guben on the west bank of the Neiße, in Germany, and Gubin on the east, in Poland. The history of both towns is inextricably linked. Today, within the framework of the Euroregion, many joint projects are being developed for Guben and Gubin, which allow both towns to grow closer together.

Alongside the textile industry, the hat industry has made a name for the town. You can find out about this tradition in the town- and industry museum. To find out about the history of the town, visit the museum in the Sprucker Mill, which itself dates originally from 1363. 

Worth a visit are the Church of the Good Shepherd (Die Kirche des guten Hirten) and the Cloister Church (die Klosterkirche).

Every May the Spring Festival takes place in Guben and Gubin. The Apple Festival in September evokes the early traditions of the fruit plantations, and one of its highlights is the election of the Apple King.

further information:
www.guben.de