High above the city of Wuppertal lies a tranquil stretch of forest. The name Waldfrieden (Forest peace) reminds visitors of a cemetery, but instead there is plenty of lively art scattered around the pathways. The sculptor Tony Cragg has made this retreat his own, showing off his impressive jelly-like sculptures and inviting friends to display their creations in several large halls, or simply in between the trees. Don’t touch the artwork, the visitor is told. But few can resist exploring the textures and shapes, ranging from fiberglass and bronze to stone and glass. It’s a perfect getaway, and there is a cafe with some vegan dishes for the art connoisseur of today.

Sculptures in nature