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Attractions in Saxony

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germany/saxony/attraction/dresden-zwinger

Dresden Zwinger

Discover the Dresden Zwinger, a breathtaking Baroque palace housing world-renowned art collections and stunning gardens, a testament to Dresden's rich cultural heritage.

Sophienstraße, 01067 Dresden
4.7 Excellent 50,317 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/konigstein-fortress

Königstein Fortress

Discover the grandeur of Königstein Fortress, a historic gem with breathtaking views, engaging exhibits, and rich military history in the heart of Germany.

01824 Königstein
4.7 Excellent 27,158 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/saxon-switzerland-national-park

Saxon Switzerland National Park

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Saxon Switzerland National Park: A geological wonderland with stunning sandstone formations, hiking trails, and rich history, perfect for nature lovers and outdoor adventurers.

Saxon Switzerland Nat'l Pk
4.9 Excellent 9,375 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/moritzburg-castle

Moritzburg Castle

Discover Moritzburg Castle, a fairytale Baroque palace near Dresden, showcasing opulent interiors, vast hunting trophy collections, and the enchanting Feather Room.

Schloßallee 1, 01468 Moritzburg
4.7 Excellent 24,698 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/dresden-castle

Dresden Castle

Explore Dresden Castle, a royal residence showcasing centuries of art, treasures, and Saxon history, meticulously restored after WWII, in the heart of Dresden's Old Town.

Taschenberg 2, 01067 Dresden
4.7 Excellent 11,248 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/bastei-bridge

Bastei Bridge

Discover the iconic Bastei Bridge in Saxon Switzerland: a stunning sandstone bridge offering breathtaking views, rich history, and unforgettable hiking experiences in a natural masterpiece.

Basteiweg, 01824 Lohmen
4.8 Excellent 17,841 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/pillnitz-castle

Pillnitz Castle

Discover Pillnitz Castle: A stunning Baroque palace near Dresden with exquisite gardens, rich history, and unique Chinoiserie architecture on the Elbe River.

August-Böckstiegel-Straße 2, 01326 Dresden
4.6 Excellent 11,936 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/albrechtsburg-castle

Albrechtsburg Castle

Discover Germany's first residential castle, the Albrechtsburg in Meissen, a captivating blend of late-Gothic architecture, Saxon history, and the legacy of Meissen porcelain.

Domplatz 1, 01662 Meißen
4.6 Excellent 8,690 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/dresden-transport-museum

Dresden Transport Museum

Explore the fascinating history of transportation at Dresden's Transport Museum, showcasing railway, road, air, and sea travel through interactive exhibits and historical vehicles.

Augustusstraße 1, 01067 Dresden
4.6 Excellent 5,955 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/schloss-weesenstein

Schloss Weesenstein

Explore the stunning Schloss Weesenstein, a historical castle and museum in Müglitztal, offering breathtaking views and rich cultural heritage.

Am Schloßberg 1, 01809 Müglitztal
4.7 Excellent 3,505 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/sonnenlandpark-lichtenau

Sonnenlandpark Lichtenau

Discover a world of family fun at Sonnenlandpark Lichtenau, Saxony's premier amusement park featuring thrilling rides, a wildlife park, and an expansive indoor play area for year-round entertainment.

Zum Sonnenlandpark 1, 09244 Lichtenau
4.6 Excellent 9,018 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/loschwitz-bridge

Loschwitz Bridge

Experience the stunning Loschwitz Bridge in Dresden, an architectural gem offering breathtaking views and a glimpse into the city’s rich history.

Loschwitzer Brücke, 01326 Dresden
4.6 Excellent 6,508 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/meissen-cathedral

Meissen Cathedral

Discover Meissen Cathedral, a stunning Gothic masterpiece with soaring spires, rich history, and captivating cultural experiences in the heart of Saxony, Germany.

Domplatz, 01662 Meißen
4.6 Excellent 823 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/furstenzug

Fürstenzug

Witness the grandeur of Saxony's rulers immortalized in porcelain at the Fürstenzug, the world's largest artwork of its kind, a landmark of Dresden's resilience and artistic heritage.

Augustusstraße 1, 01067 Dresden
4.8 Excellent 3,742 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/dresden-panometer

Dresden Panometer

Experience history and art in a unique 360° panorama at the Panometer Dresden, an immersive cultural attraction housed in a former gasometer, showcasing stunning visual storytelling.

Gasanstaltstraße 8B, 01237 Dresden
4.7 Excellent 5,579 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/colditz-castle

Colditz Castle

Explore Colditz Castle: Uncover daring WWII escapes, delve into centuries of history, and experience the indomitable spirit of those who challenged the odds.

Schloßgasse 1, 04680 Colditz
4.5 Excellent 2,008 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/forstbotanischer-garten-tharandt

Forstbotanischer Garten Tharandt

Discover a world of trees at Forstbotanischer Garten Tharandt, a historic Saxon State Arboretum near Dresden with over 3,200 plant species and serene forest landscapes.

Am Forstgarten 1, 01737 Tharandt
4.7 Excellent 1,177 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/mildenstein-castle

Mildenstein Castle

Explore Mildenstein Castle in Leisnig: A thousand years of Saxon history, impressive Romanesque architecture, and panoramic views await at this captivating fortress.

Burglehn 6, 04703 Leisnig
4.7 Excellent 1,190 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/saxon-railway-museum

Saxon Railway Museum

Explore Germany's railway history at the Saxon Railway Museum in Chemnitz, home to an impressive collection of locomotives and interactive exhibits in a historic depot setting.

An d. Dresdner Bahnlinie 130c, 09131 Chemnitz
4.7 Excellent 900 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/skd-porcelain-collection

SKD | Porcelain Collection

Discover a world of delicate artistry and royal extravagance at the Dresden Porcelain Collection, home to over 20,000 exquisite porcelain treasures in the heart of Dresden's Zwinger Palace.

Theaterplatz 1, 01067 Dresden
4.6 Excellent 899 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/karl-marx-monument

Karl-Marx-Monument

Discover the iconic Karl Marx Monument in Chemnitz, a colossal bronze bust and a powerful symbol of the city's complex history as Karl-Marx-Stadt during the GDR era.

Brückenstraße 10, 09111 Chemnitz
4.4 Very Good 3,028 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/schloss-proschwitz

Schloss Proschwitz

Discover Saxony's oldest private winery, Schloss Proschwitz, where centuries of tradition blend with exquisite wines and breathtaking views of the Elbe Valley near Meissen.

Heiliger Grund 2, 01662 Meißen
4.6 Excellent 1,425 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/schloss-freudenstein

Schloss Freudenstein

Explore centuries of Saxon history at Schloss Freudenstein in Freiberg, home to the dazzling 'terra mineralia' and the Bergarchiv, offering a unique glimpse into mining heritage.

Schlosspl. 4, 09599 Freiberg
4.6 Excellent 1,438 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/kloster-riesa-zoo

& Kloster Riesa Zoo

Discover a unique blend of history and wildlife at Tierpark & Kloster Riesa, where a 12th-century monastery meets a modern animal park, offering an unforgettable experience for all ages in Saxony.

Rathauspl. 1, 01589 Riesa
4.6 Excellent 1,063 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/o-schatz-park

O-Schatz Park

Discover exotic animals, playful attractions, and community spirit at O-Schatz Park, a vibrant family destination born from the 2006 Saxon State Garden Show in Oschatz.

Freiherr-vom-Stein-Promenade 1C, 04758 Oschatz
4.5 Excellent 1,526 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/schloss-nossen

Schloss Nossen

Discover Schloss Nossen, a captivating Renaissance castle in Saxony, Germany, offering a journey through centuries of history, art, and Saxon nobility in a picturesque setting.

Am Schloß 3, 01683 Nossen
4.3 Very Good 470 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/castle-to-hirschstein

Castle to Hirschstein

Discover Schloss Hirschstein, a captivating Saxon castle with centuries of history, stunning Elbe River views, and vibrant cultural events, nestled amidst picturesque landscapes.

Schloßstraße 12, 01594 Hirschstein
4.3 Very Good 314 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/silver-mine-freiberg-reiche-zeche

Silver mine Freiberg Reiche Zeche

Explore the depths of Saxony's mining history at the Reiche Zeche silver mine in Freiberg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site offering underground tours and scientific insights.

Fuchsmühlenweg 9, 09596 Freiberg
4.6 Excellent 156 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/old-hunting-lodge-hubertusburg

Old hunting lodge Hubertusburg

Explore the Renaissance charm of Old Hunting Lodge Hubertusburg in Wermsdorf, a historical landmark offering insights into Saxon heritage and architectural evolution before the grand Hubertusburg Castle.

Altes Jagdschloß 1, 04779 Wermsdorf
4.4 Very Good 235 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/mineralogical-collection-germany

Mineralogical Collection Germany

Discover a dazzling world of geological treasures at Terra Mineralia in Freiberg's Freudenstein Castle, showcasing over 3,500 minerals, gemstones, and meteorites from across the globe.

Krügerhaus, Schlosspl. 3, 09599 Freiberg
4.8 Excellent 117 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/mittelalterliche-bergstadt-bleiberg-e-v

Mittelalterliche Bergstadt Bleiberg e.V.

Explore a meticulously reconstructed medieval mining town in Saxony, offering a vivid glimpse into 13th and 14th-century life with hands-on activities and historical reenactments.

Schönborner Str. 11b, 09669 Frankenberg/Sa.
4.7 Excellent 265 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/schloss-grillenburg

Schloss Grillenburg

Discover Schloss Grillenburg, a historic Saxon hunting lodge nestled in the Tharandt Forest, offering picturesque scenery and a tranquil escape into nature and Saxon history.

Hauptstraße 7, 01737 Tharandt
3.9 Good 165 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/schloss-sachsenburg

Schloss Sachsenburg

Discover Schloss Sachsenburg, a captivating Saxon castle with a rich history, from medieval origins to a late Gothic masterpiece, currently undergoing restoration near Frankenberg.

Am Schloß 3, 09669 Frankenberg/Sa.
3.7 Good 72 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/urban-and-scales-museum-oschatz

Urban and scales Museum Oschatz

Discover Oschatz's captivating history and technological innovation at the Urban and Scales Museum, Central Germany's only scale museum, nestled in a beautifully restored historic complex.

Frongasse 1, 04758 Oschatz
4.5 Excellent 103 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/geographical-center-of-saxony

geographical center of Saxony

Discover Saxony's hidden heart in the tranquil Tharandter Wald near Wilsdruff, a serene escape offering natural beauty and historical depth, inviting exploration and reflection.

Am Tharandter Wald, 01723 Wilsdruff
4.6 Excellent 135 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/obermarkt-upper-market

Obermarkt (Upper Market)

Discover the historic Obermarkt in Freiberg, Germany: a meticulously restored medieval square, framed by Gothic architecture, and steeped in silver mining history, offering a captivating glimpse into a bygone era.

09599 Freiberg
4.6 Excellent 55 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/wasserturm-mittweida

Wasserturm Mittweida

Discover the historic Wasserturm Mittweida, a beautifully restored water tower offering a glimpse into the town's past and a vibrant community space for all to enjoy.

09648 Mittweida
4.8 Excellent 74 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/maylust

Maylust

Discover the tranquility and stunning landscapes of Maylust in Hartha, a perfect hiking area for all nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

04746 Hartha
4.8 Excellent 66 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/wehranlage-unterhalb-der-burg

Wehranlage unterhalb der Burg

Explore the medieval defenses at the base of Kriebstein Castle, Saxony's most beautiful knight's castle, and discover the strategic importance of this historic fortification.

Grunau-Brücke, Kriebsteiner Str., 09648 Kriebstein
4.8 Excellent 13 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/web-museum-oederan

web MUSEUM OEDERAN

Discover centuries of textile artistry and local history at the web MUSEUM OEDERAN, where weaving, experiencing, and understanding come together in a captivating journey through time.

Markt 6, 09569 Oederan
4.5 Excellent 113 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/scheergrund

Scheergrund

Discover Saxon Switzerland's natural beauty at Scheergrund nature preserve near Leisnig: hike scenic trails, explore lush forests, and unwind by the Freiberger Mulde river.

04703 Leisnig
germany/saxony/attraction/heinrichsbrunnen

Heinrichsbrunnen

Discover the Heinrichsbrunnen in Meissen, a historical fountain honoring King Henry I, the founder of the city, and a key landmark in the heart of the old town.

Heinrichspl., 01662 Meißen
4.6 Excellent 54 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/saxoniabrunnen

Saxoniabrunnen

A symbol of Chemnitz's industrial heritage, the Saxoniabrunnen stands as a testament to the city's resilience and rebirth, now gracing Johannisplatz with its historical charm.

Johannispl. 1, 09111 Chemnitz
4.2 Very Good 42 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/hellhaus

Hellhaus

Discover the enigmatic Hellhaus in Moritzburg's Friedewald forest, a historical landmark shrouded in mystery, offering a unique blend of natural beauty and historical intrigue.

Allee I, 01468 Moritzburg
4.4 Very Good 19 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/bieberstein-castle

Bieberstein Castle

Discover Bieberstein Castle in Reinsberg: A historic Saxon castle transformed into a modern conference center, offering a glimpse into Germany's rich past and architectural evolution.

Am Rittergut 1, 09629 Reinsberg
4.3 Very Good 59 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/freibergsdorf-hammer-mill

Freibergsdorf Hammer Mill

Step back in time at the Freibergsdorf Hammer Mill, a meticulously restored Saxon landmark showcasing centuries of metalworking history and ingenuity in the Ore Mountains.

Hammerweg 4, 09599 Freiberg
4.6 Excellent 112 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/kaendler-brunnen

Kaendler-Brunnen

A charming tribute to Meissen's porcelain heritage, the Kaendler Fountain features a replica of Johann Joachim Kaendler's cassowary sculpture in a peaceful park setting.

01662 Meissen
4.4 Very Good 39 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/gellert-museum-hainichen

GELLERT-MUSEUM HAINICHEN

Discover the life and works of Christian Fürchtegott Gellert, the renowned 18th-century German poet and philosopher, at his dedicated museum in Hainichen's charming Parkschlösschen.

Oederaner Str. 10, 09661 Hainichen
4.4 Very Good 37 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/nixstein

Nixstein

Discover Nixstein in Strehla: A riverside haven steeped in mermaid legends, offering tranquil paths, scenic views, and a touch of local folklore along the Elbe.

Am Nixstein, 01616 Strehla
4.3 Very Good 26 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/kunstgarten-refugium-ehrenberg-bitte-anmelden

KunstGarten - Refugium Ehrenberg - bitte Anmelden

Explore the enchanting KunstGarten - Refugium Ehrenberg, where art and nature unite in a serene and captivating atmosphere.

Dorfstraße 95, 09648 Kriebstein
4.4 Very Good 22 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/dickster-efeu-von-sachsen

Dickster Efeu von Sachsen

Discover Saxony's Thickest Ivy in Dresden: A unique natural landmark blending urban charm with ecological wonder, offering a tranquil escape in the city's Plauen district.

Bernhardstraße 86, 01187 Dresden
4.9 Excellent 28 reviews
germany/saxony/attraction/altes-schienendenkmal

Altes Schienendenkmal

Explore the Altes Schienendenkmal in Wilsdruff, a historic railway monument offering a glimpse into Saxony's rich transportation heritage and the era of narrow-gauge railways.

01723 Wilsdruff
4.4 Very Good 5 reviews

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