Nestled in the town of Saxony, the Bad Schandau Elevator is a truss-tower elevator that drives passengers up to an observation deck. Offering serene, panoramic views of the Elbe River and the city of Bad Schandau, the observation tower is a technical monument. Built by Rudolf Sendig, a hotel owner in the city, the tower is linked to a bridge that allows visitors to enter the woods for a stroll. Once at the top, visitors can savor local delicacies served by a few hilltop food stalls. An enclosure housing a lynx is yet another highlight at the top of the tower. A prime attraction of the city, the Bad Schandau Elevator is a treat for both nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts.
The somewhat arduous ascent to Fortress Königstein is well worth the effort. The old fortress sits proudly atop a hill some 240 meters (787 feet) above the River Elbe and rewards visitors with fantastic views of the Sächsische Schweiz. The grounds of the fortress houses Europe's biggest open-air military history museum, a fascinating depiction of the development of warfare and the history of the fortress itself.
A fascinating mix of natural beauty and architectural brilliance, Pillnitz Castle is one of Dresden's best attractions. Situated in the middle of an idyllic park on the outskirts of the city, the castle - built by Augustus II the Strong in the 18th-century, was used as a summer residence by the Saxon royal family. The main buildings display an intriguing mix of baroque and Far Eastern architectural styles and now house a collection of 13-20th-century arts and crafts, as well as, a castle museum giving you a peek into the life of the royals that once called Pillnitz Castle their home. A visit to the castle would not be complete without a walk through the gardens and The Palm House, which are full of exotic plants and trees, as well as, a host of red squirrels.
Burg Hohnstein is a medieval castle in Honstein, Germany. It is based on a hard sandstone slab, above the Polenz valley in the Saxon Switzerland National Park. It consists of ten event rooms and a large garden ideal for hosting events. The museum at this place shows the history of the castle and the city. Information about the lives of creatures found around the region is available in the natural history museum here. Also, the observation tower standing tall at this site offers amazing views over the sandstone cliffs.
Fernsehturm Dresden-Wachwitz or Dresden TV Tower is located at the Eastern End of the city. Standing at a height of 252 metres (862.77 feet), it is quite a landmark and an integral part of the Dresden skyline. Built in 1963, the slender tower resembles a tall wineglass. The iconic TV tower used to be open to public, thanks to the panoramic views of the city it had to offer. Although not open for tourism since the early 1990s, it is still functional, transmitting radio and television broadcasts and still gives ample photo opportunities for touring shutterbugs.
Formerly home to the Saxon royal family, Schloss Weesenstein towers over the city from the top of a precipitous cliff. Constructed over a period of several centuries, the palace displays a combination of different architectural features ranging from the Gothic to the classical. The interior displays all the splendor of a royal home, with ornate leather wall panels, fine furniture and stunning paintings. Visitors should also take a walk around the gardens and finish off with a beer in the palatial brewery. Various exhibitions glorifying the timeless architecture of this castle, as well as, the von Buenau family that once called this castle their home can be explored during your visit to Schloss Weesenstein.
Pirna, a beautiful town in Saxony, is dotted with beautiful narrow streets and rustic buildings. Researchers and historians have found evidence of human settlement in Pirna since as early as the Stone Age. Capital of the district Sächsische Schweiz-Osterzgebirge, Pirna is situated on the banks of Elbe and is surrounded by the towns of Dohna, Dohma, Struppen and Lohmen. Major cities like Dresden and Heidenau are also at a short drive's distance from this beautiful town. Sonnenstein Castle, Landschloss Pirna-Zuschendorf, Barockgarten Großsedlitz and DDR Museum are some of the most popular attractions housed in this charming little town that draw a large number of tourists.
Nestled in the town of Saxony, the Bad Schandau Elevator is a truss-tower elevator that drives passengers up to an observation deck. Offering serene, panoramic views of the Elbe River and the city of Bad Schandau, the observation tower is a technical monument. Built by Rudolf Sendig, a hotel owner in the city, the tower is linked to a bridge that allows visitors to enter the woods for a stroll. Once at the top, visitors can savor local delicacies served by a few hilltop food stalls. An enclosure housing a lynx is yet another highlight at the top of the tower. A prime attraction of the city, the Bad Schandau Elevator is a treat for both nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts.
Located close to the border between Czech Republic and Germany in the Elbe Sandstone Mountain Range, Děčínský Sněžník is its highest peak at 722.8 meters (2,371 feet) and a popular tourist attraction for its stunning views of the surrounding regions. A Neo-Gothic observation tower constructed in 1864 can be found on the summit and offers panoramic views of the Saxon and Bohemian Switzerland, Dresden and the Giant Mountains on a clear day.
A fascinating mix of natural beauty and architectural brilliance, Pillnitz Castle is one of Dresden's best attractions. Situated in the middle of an idyllic park on the outskirts of the city, the castle - built by Augustus II the Strong in the 18th-century, was used as a summer residence by the Saxon royal family. The main buildings display an intriguing mix of baroque and Far Eastern architectural styles and now house a collection of 13-20th-century arts and crafts, as well as, a castle museum giving you a peek into the life of the royals that once called Pillnitz Castle their home. A visit to the castle would not be complete without a walk through the gardens and The Palm House, which are full of exotic plants and trees, as well as, a host of red squirrels.
For 49 years, Stolpen Fortress was prison to the most famous of August the Strong's mistresses, Anna Constanze, Countess of Cosel. Visitors can now visit the Countess' prison cell, the torture chamber and the world's deepest basalt spring. The fortress' museum contains a fascinating display of locks and other items from the medieval prison.
Located on the outskirts of Sloup v Čechách, the similarly named Sloup castle is a popular tourist attraction with its rich history, musical concerts and charming romantic atmosphere. Originally constructed in 1324 by the Ronovec family, the castle stood intact for around a 100 years before being besieged in the 15th Century by troops in the Thirty Years War and consequently burned down in 1639 by the Swedes. Its current state of rock niche rooms, carved entrances, small chambers and terrace gardens and fields are attributed to local hermits who adopted the sandstone castle ruins for their own needs. A protected site today, it welcomes visitors between the months of ma and October along with entertaining group tours in the off seasons for a slightly higher admission fee. Guided tours along with an information booklet in multiple languages are available here as well.