Historic Nossen Puppenfabrik Severely Damaged in Suspected Arson Fire

The blaze caused the roof to collapse, left the building structurally unstable, and prompted an ongoing investigation by authorities seeking witnesses.

A fire broke out in the attic of the historic, unoccupied puppenfabrik in Nossen on March 18, 2025, and burned intensely before being extinguished.
The roof of the listed building collapsed during the fire, leaving the structure severely damaged and likely unstable, according to authorities.
Police suspect arson as the cause of the fire and are actively seeking witnesses, including three teenagers who reportedly informed someone about the blaze.
Firefighters remain on-site addressing lingering embers, while several streets around the area remain closed for safety reasons.
Residents were advised to keep windows and doors closed due to heavy smoke, which was visible from kilometers away.