Dresden Redaktion

Schloss Albrechtsberg
Culture

Castles and châteaus

Residenzschloss (Dresden’s Royal Palace) Age: approximately 730 years (first historical reference 1289) Famous residents: Duke Albrecht the Bold first designated the Residenzschloss his royal seat…

Close-up of dark chocolate pieces with fresh raspberries on a dark background.
Pure Indulgence

Chocolate in Dresden

The capital of Saxony was once regarded as Germany’s chocolate capital. At the Dresden Chocolate Museum, this sweet chapter of the city’s history comes to life, while chocolate makers, cafés, and restaurants continue the tradition in delicious ways.