Idyllic central uplands, historic towns and a deeprooted tradition set the scene in Saxony, the most easterly Federal State in Germany. Dresden on the river Elbe is a mecca for tourists and has many hotels and is a permanent feature of tourists‘ itineraries. The Zwinger, a magnificent structure of August the Strong, is unique in the world. The Art Gallery has exhibits and paintings of the Old Masters and other treasures of inestimable value. Hotel guests will also appreciate the completely restored Frauenkirche that was, like most of Dresden, totally destroyed during World War II.
Not far from Dreden are the bizarre shapes and forms of the Elbe Sandstone Hills which can be reached by the old paddle steamers that ply the river and which are popular with climbers. The fortress of Königsstein is much visited and offers a superb view over the Elbe valley and the villages along its banks. Meißen has a 1,000 year history and is often called the „Cradle of Saxony“ but its main claim to fame is as the first German factory of porcelain and its trade mark of the blue crossed swords. The factory is stil in operation and can be visited and there is a stunning exhibition of porcelain throughout the ages.
The Erzgebirge is an old mining area and is also famous for toys. The town of Seiffen is known as the „town of toys“ and still makes candle sticks, nut crackers and Christmas pyramids in wood which are sold all over the world. There is a very special atmosphere here during the Christmas season. Plauen is the centre of the Vogtland and whilst staying here you can visit the German Museum of Lace. Saxony is easily reached via the Autobahns A4 and A72.
Population: 4 220 200 (December 2007)
Main towns: Dresden, Leipzig, Chemnitz
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