Maja Schirrle, who has roots in Middle Franconia and Bolivia, lives in Hamburg, where she writes about misfits. She has been part of Zeitenspiegel Reportagen since 2025.
PRAGUE / TIRANA / WEINSTADT – This project explores the surprising new roles of Czech military bunkers, which were once part of the defence system built in the 1930s. Brno’s 10-Z shelter has been revived by historian Pavel Paleček, who has turned it into a museum, cultural venue and unconventional accommodation serving retro breakfasts.