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TOP 10 REASONS
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Why travel to Dresden: Find out the top 10 reasons to visit
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A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A Sneak Peek into Dresden
- Dresden, known as the Elbe's Florence, is a lively riverfront city with Baroque and Rococo buildings.
- With its stately palaces and cathedrals, a trip through Dresden's Old Town transports you to the city's wealthy past.
- Dresden, known for its art and architecture, has many attractions for travellers visiting Germany, ranging from magnificent Baroque structures to Gerhard Richter's abstract works.
- We've hand-picked the city's museums and galleries and festivals, history, and culture to create the ultimate Dresden must-see list.
- The Dresden State Art Gallery is one of Europe's most valuable and perhaps oldest public museums and one of its most modern and forward-thinking in terms of showing and interpreting its masterpieces for visitors.
- Capital: Dresden
- International Airport: Dresden Airport (DRS)
- Population: 581,000
- Currency: the euro
- Time: Driving side: Right
- Main Electricity: 230V
- Official Language: German
- Religion: Roman Catholic
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HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
Top Tourist Attractions in Dresden
- The reconstructed Frauenkirche is Dresden's most recognised icon.
- The catholic hofkirche was built in the 18th century as a counterweight to the protestant Frauenkirche by Saxon ruler Augustus III.
- The fittingly called Grosser Garten (Great Garden) is a soothing retreat during the summer.
- Kunsthofpassage, a vibrant and innovative neighbourhood in Dresden's student enclave of Neustadt, is a showcase of modern art.
- The Pillnitz Castle, located on the Elbe River's banks, was originally the summer palace of the Saxon monarchs.
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SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
Best Months to Visit Dresden
- The average amount of sunshine in Dresden is 1,760 hours per year.
- The amount of sunlight is not abundant, but it is sufficient from May to August when the days are also very long.
- The sun rarely shines, and the days are short, from November through February. Here are the average daily sunshine hours.
- Dresden is best visited between mid-May and late September.
- The days are shorter in September than in previous months, but the weather remains pleasant and crisp.
- However, warmer clothing, such as a sweatshirt or sweater, and a light jacket for chilly evenings, should be brought even in the summer.
- Rain and thunderstorms may necessitate the usage of an umbrella or raincoat.
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WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
The Best Places to Visit in Dresden
Canaletto’s view
- Study the most renowned view of Dresden, Canaletto's Dresden Seen From the Right Bank of the River Elbe Below the Augustus Bridge, at the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister (Old Masters Picture Gallery) in the vast Zwinger palace complex (see below).
- This 18th-century Venetian masterwork depicts the city's Baroque jewels in all their splendour before being destroyed in World War II airstrikes in February 1945.
- Then proceed to the right bank of the Elbe, near the Augustusbrücke, and stare across to the new-old cityscape where Canaletto's view was conceived.
Royal Palace
- From the Residenzschloss in central Dresden, the Wettin royal dynasty ruled over Saxony in 1485.
- It was heavily damaged during the Allied bombing, as were many other historically and artistically significant structures in the city, and was fortunate to survive demolition after 1945.
- Visit the Green Vault (Grünes Gewölbe), one of Europe's most renowned treasure and relic collections.
Zwinger
- The Baroque-style Zwinger palace complex, begun under Saxony's most famous monarch, Elector August Friedrich I, has been named one of the greatest 'complete works of art' ever constructed.
- Built for the Dresden Court's culture and amusement, it was later reconstructed following wartime destruction.
- A Mathematical-Physics Salon (Mathematisch-Physikalischer Salon) is famous among techies, Semper Opera, and the Old Masters Picture Gallery.
- Take your time looking through the art collection, which includes works by Raphael, Rubens, and Canaletto.
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DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
Dresden Off the Beaten Track
Gerhard Richter at the Albertinum
- Gerhard Richter, born in Dresden in 1932, was lucky that he was too young to participate in World War II.
- However, the hardships of the Nazi era moulded him and his art, especially the war years and their aftermath.
- The Richter Archive is housed in Dresden's Albertinum museum's New Masters Gallery (Galerie Neue Meisters), which features a selection of works by this modern master.
- Other notable artists represented are Monet, Caspar David Friedrich, and Degas.
Kulturpalast
- The long-awaited refurbishment of Dresden's Kulturpalast began on April 28, 2017; however, it was somewhat of a second coming.
- The Kulturpalast, which first opened in 1969, is an iconic piece of East German communist-era architecture.
- It has recently undergone renovations and now houses the city's philharmonic orchestra and the local library.
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CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
Dresden Culture and Traditions
- Dresden's rich cultural background is mirrored in urban planning — war and peace, upheaval and destruction have left tangible marks in Dresden, which continue to impact the city's cultural life today.
- In Dresden, contemporary art is also highly prominent.
- The International Exhibition of Contemporary Arts Ostrale and the European Centre for the Arts Hellerau have recently received much attention.
- Every year, top-notch festivals attract music fans to Dresden.
- Art and culture in Dresden allow scholars to reflect and improve their quality of life.
- It actively facilitates the linking of museums, libraries, and art viewpoints, perhaps allowing for fundamental societal research questions and solutions.
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FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
Dresden: Food, Fun & Fashion Guide
Dresdner Christstollen
#Food
- Dresden's most famous export has long travelled beyond Saxony's boundaries and has become a staple meal in most German households during the Christmas season.
- The city's version of fruitcake is made with butter, rum-soaked raisins, almonds, candied lemon and orange peel, and a secret mix of spices, and it's delicious.
- German law protects the name and specifies the ingredient ratio and packaging design.
Fettbemme
#Food
- Although Saxony's most popular open-faced sandwich is not for everyone, most locals swear by it.
- A Fettbemme is a dark rye bread slice with pork or beef lard spread on top, sliced gherkins on top, and salt sprinkled on top.
- Some people also add apple and onion bits, but Fettbemme is an excellent option if you want to sample a local meal but only have a few minutes.
Dresdner Eierschecke
#Food
- We'll finish with some dessert and another of Dresden's most popular dishes.
- Eierschecke is available all year in most cafés and coffee shops across Dresden, so there's no excuse not to sample it.
- The yeast-dough base is topped with quark cheese creme, followed by a thick layer of milk, butter, eggs, and vanilla pudding in the sheet cake recipe.
- Variations may include apple and poppy seeds, raisins, or chocolate covering.
Old Market Square
#Fashion
- Dresden's Old Market Square is a particular draw. It was built in the 14th century and is located in the middle of the city.
- Nowadays, the square hosts various intriguing street festivals, fairs, and other events regularly.
- Colourful fairs are hosted almost every month, where you may purchase the most popular national treats.
- Walking around the Market Square during the Christmas season is more intriguing than anywhere else.
- You can buy crafts and homemade ornaments, as well as popular sample desserts, at this time.
Elbepark Dresden
#Fashion
- Elbepark Dresden is a must-see for everyone who enjoys strolling around fashionable shopping malls.
- It features 180 different stores.
- Customers can purchase fashionable European-made clothing, accessories, jewellery, cosmetics and perfumes.
- Popular retailers such as C&A, Vero Moda, Mango, S.Oliver, Bonita, and Mustang are located in the shopping area and several speciality boutiques for children.
- Visiting the facility with the entire family will be enjoyable.
- It has more than ten restaurants and cafes and a fantastic playground for children.
Palace Playland
#Fun
- Greetings from Palace Playland!
- Palace Playland is all about those classic beachfront family amusements, great for everyone - whether you love the sea or the thrills!
- Palace Playland, located on Old Orchard Beach, offers attractions and amusements to make your day exciting and fun!
- There are classics like the Ferris wheel, which provides an incredible view of the entire park, and the carousel, where you can watch the people go by.
- Of course, there are the classic roller coasters - two in fact - that will keep you on your toes, and thrill lovers will want to ride the Adrenalin and the Power Surge!
- We won't say anything about them because we want to keep it a surprise until you arrive!
- Palace Playland truly captures the sense of a classic boardwalk, so there are delicious dishes to sample, entertaining arcade games to play and plenty of gift stores to peruse!
- Palace Playland is also unique in that there is no admission fee; instead, guests pay as they ride, allowing even low-income families to enjoy the park's ambience!
Canobie Lake Park
#Fun
- Here's an interesting fact for you! Did you know that Canobie Lake Park was founded in 1902 as a trolley park? Then, in the 1930s, it began to transform into an amusement park, and, fortunately for you, it only became better and better!
- Canobie Lake Park now offers a wide variety of rides to surprise, entertain, and delight visitors of all ages!
- There are thrill attractions for the brave and daring, family rides that will last a lifetime, kiddie rides for the small ones, and splash-tastic water rides for the entire family.
- So, as you can see, there are plenty of activities to keep people of all ages happy, dizzy, and wet in this famous New England park!
- Traditional wooden roller coasters are available for a nostalgic ride and attractions that turn, flip, and whizz you around the tracks.
- UNTAMED, the park's newest coaster, is not to be missed! Grizzly bears will hoist you into the air and dump you at a 97-degree angle. That's quite impressive!
- The Pirate Ship will transport you to the high seas, while the Starblaster will combine the thrills of a bungee jump with the excitement of a space shuttle launch!
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NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
Dresden: Natural Beauty & Safari Adventures
- Green spaces are essential for the quality of life in most of Germany's best large towns.
- Dresden is home to various parks and other green spaces, the best and most significant of which being the Großer Garten, located in the city's heart and within walking distance of the Altstadt.
- The Botanical Garden and the German Hygiene Museum are among the attractions, including sports arenas, palaces, art, and lakes.
- In 1990, the Saxon Switzerland National Park was established in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains.
- The mountains are partly in the Czech Republic, and the highest peak, 723 m "High Snow Mountain," is located here.
- Saxon Switzerland refers to the German portion of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. Sand deposits from an old sea built the mountains during the Cretaceous period.
- The sandstone deteriorated after the landmass was lifted, resulting in this strange environment.
- The "front" Saxon Switzerland near Rathen and the "back" Saxon Switzerland near Bad Schandau make up the national park.
- The Bastei Area, located near Rathen, is the most well-known portion of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains.
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EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
Dresden Must-Attend Festivals and Events
- If you're in Dresden for even a short time, there's a good chance you'll come across a festival or two.
- The International Dixieland Festival Dresden, now in its 48th year, continues to be a huge success, claiming to be Europe's most prominent' old-time jazz' festival, with musicians from all over the world performing.
- The November Jazztage festival, which runs for many weeks, will appeal to fans of more modern jazz.
- Another important annual event is the Dresden Stadtfest city festival, often known as Canaletto, commemorating Dresden's founding.
- Throughout the third weekend in August, it attracts over half a million guests.
- Middle-earth arts and crafts, jousting games, musical performances, and the customary fireworks are all favourites.
- The annual Dresdener Striezelmarkt claims to be the world's oldest still-running Christmas market, having taken place 583 times.
- It begins at the end of November and runs until Christmas Eve, with various Christmas-themed activities ranging from carol singing to a Gingerbread Queen award ceremony.
- Buy a Dresden Christstollen when you're in the Altstadt (Old Town): 'striezel' is old German for this long, baked yeast product twisted into a weaving shape.
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