To make the most of your Dresden city breaks it is best to explore the city on foot, allowing you to take in the heritage and prowess of this elegant city. This elegant city twinkles in the winter months throughout Christmas time. The Dresden Christmas market, traditionally called Striezelmarkt, is one of Germany's largest and oldest markets, dating all the way back to 1434.
Visitors should try some local Saxon specialities in one of the many gourmet taverns or brewery houses in the Old Town. A boat ride along the Dresden Elbe Valley is an idyllic way to experience a city that offers the serenity of Venice and the brilliance of Versailles. Dresden is popular with those on Berlin City Breaks who descend on the city in their numbers to visit the many monuments and museums.
The sandstone dome of Dresden's most iconic landmark, the Frauenkirche, proudly dominates the cityscape once again. For the best views, venture over the river into the New Town (Neustadt), where you'll also be greeted by the glorious 'Golden Cavalier' statue.
Dresden City Break
The Dresden Neumarkt is culturally important to the people of Dresden as the area was obliterated by Allied bombing during the Second World War. After being restored to its former glory by the German reunification the area has become a hive of activity attracting large crowds of tourists each year. The area is lined with cafes and shops which are popular with many Dresden city break visitors. Here you can relax and sample the selection of pastries and breads on offer whilst sipping a hot cup of tea.
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