Chemnitz is a city in Saxony not far from the Czech Republic border. For a scenic drive around the open countryside of the Ore Mountains, car hire in Chemnitz is highly recommended. In Chemnitz itself you'll notice a lot of old East German architecture combined with modern buildings designed using top German architects following re-unification. The austere and functional parts of Chemnitz such as the technology university are nicely offset by historical pieces like the Opera House and Rabenstein Castle, the latter of which can be easily reached by hiring a car from Chemnitz.
The Karl Marx bust in Chemnitz is very much a symbol of the city, which was actually named after him during much of the 20th century, and it's a prominent tourist attraction. Chemnitz played a big part in the industrialisation process and Chemnitz' branch of the Saxon Museum of Industry pays homage to the machines and ideas of the age. For amenities and relaxation, the Gallerie Rotur Turm mall is popular with shoppers. If you're hiring a car from Chemnitz, Klaffenbach Castle is a short drive from the city centre on Stollberger Straße; while Rabenstein Castle is under 20 minutes west on the Limbacher Straße.
