Orange trees in Dresden
The Zwinger was built in the first quarter of the 18th century under the direction of the architect Matthäus Daniel Pöppelmann and the…
Meissen porcelain manufactory: the birthplace of white gold
The Meissen porcelain manufactory attracts visitors from all over the world and is one of Saxony’s flagship attractions. For more than 315 years, Meissen porcelain has been produced here. At Europe’s first porcelain manufactory, you can gain a unique insight into the fascinating world of white gold.
Meissen porcelain manufactory: the birthplace of white gold
All key stages at the Meissen porcelain manufactory are carried out by hand, like this underglaze painting for example. Photo: Meissen porcelain manufactory.
Dresden 2025: A year full of highlights
The new year has only just begun, but Dresden’s events calendar is already packed with highlights. Under the motto ‘Dresden dances’, the city…


