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Dresden Castle
The Dresden Palace is one of the more magnificent and important palace buildings in Germany. Since 1485, it has been the residence of the successive families of the Saxon Kingdom. The palace was once destroyed by fire during World War II, but was restored and rebuilt according to its original appearance. This palace building combines a variety of architectural art styles. The goose-yellow exterior walls are matched with red roofs and bronze domes, which are quite elegant. The huge palace is now open to the public as the "Palace of Arts and Sciences" and houses the Green Vault (Grünes Gewölbe), the New Green Vault (Neues Grünes Gewölbe), the Gallery (Kupferstich-Kabinett), the Armoury (Rüstkammer) and the Currency Pavilion (Münzkabinett). In addition, the Turkish Chamber of Commerce exhibition, art library and other places are also open to the public, and the exhibits are very rich. The Green Vault Treasure Hall can be described as the treasure of the palace of Dresden. This largest treasure hall in Europe displays thousands of precious collections for the protection of cultural relics. The old treasure hall is located on the first floor. The floor of the exhibition hall is paved with black and white marble, and some walls are decorated with velvet, which is very ornate. There are exhibition halls with different themes such as the Amber Pavilion, the Ivory Room, the Silver Room, the Treasure Room, and the Heraldry Room. Among them, the four sides of the Gem Hall are equipped with gold-plated silver mirrors, which are very shocking. In 2010, the New Treasure Hall was newly established on the second floor of the Royal Palace. The exhibition hall is equipped with anti-dizziness glass and advanced lighting technology to better present every detail of the exhibits. It mainly collects jewelry from the Mughal Dynasty in India, including 4909 diamonds, 160 rubies, 164 emeralds, sapphires, pearls, etc., which are dazzling. One of the cherry pits with 185 faces and the frigate (Fregatte, Sign) carved from ivory are not to be missed. If you are a painting lover, you can go to the gallery and have a look, there are Toulouse-Lautrec, Picasso, Baselitz, Dürer, Van Eyck, Rembrandt, Michelangelo, Fragonard Prints, drawings and other works by well-known artists such as Kaspar David Friedrich. If you feel that visiting from a distance is not enough, you can go to the study room on the third floor of the palace to appreciate the famous paintings up close. The currency hall adjacent to the armory shows the history and culture of Dresden through small coins and medals, and the coinage machines on display are also very interesting. In addition to the various exhibits in the palace, the murals on the outer wall on the north side of Augustus Road are also not to be missed. On this 102-meter-long wall, a tile mosaic is painted with a height of 8 meters. The long fresco "DerFurstenzug" (DerFurstenzug), the figures in the picture are the equestrian statues of the Saxon kings; the tiles used are as many as 27,000, which were built at the end of the 19th century and completed in the 20th century. At the beginning of the century, it was one of the few originals of the entire palace that survived World War II.Dresden · 17.5km from Pirna
The Baroque Treasury-Green Vault
The Green Vault Treasure Museum, located in the old town of Dresden, can be called the treasure museum in Europe. It was built by August II in 1723. In addition to the typical Baroque style used in the building, what is amazing is the amount stored in this treasure trove, rich in exhibits from the Baroque to Classicism periods. The treasure hall is divided into the old hall (1st floor) and the new hall (2nd floor), a total of 2000 square meters. Among them, the old museum is divided into 10 themed halls with about 3,000 collections. It collects masterpieces of jewelry and gold jewelry processing art, as well as treasures made of amber and ivory, gemstone utensils and highly artistic bronze statues.Dresden · 17.5km from Pirna
Königstein Fortress
Located in Saxony, Germany, the Königsborn Castle is a majestic mountaintop fortress overlooking the Elbe Valley and offering stunning views. Originally built in the 13th century, it has been expanded several times and is now one of Europe's most important mountain fortresses, with important historical and architectural value. The fortress houses several exhibitions showcasing its military history and architectural evolution. Visitors can visit weapon displays, historical artifacts, and an introduction to the fortress's role in different historical periods. The fortress's underground passages and storerooms are also open to the public, offering a unique adventure experience. The surrounding natural environment is equally charming and suitable for hikers. Visitors can stroll along the trails of the Elbe Valley and enjoy the surrounding forest and mountain landscapes. There are cafes and restaurants in the fortress, serving local specialties, where visitors can rest and enjoy a meal.Konigstein · 9.4km from Pirna
The Bastion Bridge
The Bastion Bridge is a magical attraction. The spectacular cliff views here are breathtaking, and the cliffs are covered in vegetation, offering an extraordinary visual impact. Visitors can climb the stone steps along the cliff to reach the top and enjoy the beautiful scenery.Lohmen · 9.2km from Pirna
Zwinger
The Zwinger Palace is a Baroque-style complex in Dresden, Germany, famous for its magnificent architectural design and rich cultural collections. Built in the 18th century, the Zwinger Palace was originally designed for Saxon Elector August the Strong to hold court celebrations and exhibitions, and has now become one of Dresden's landmark buildings. The complex was designed by the famous architect Mateus Daniel Peppermann and incorporates the essence of Baroque art. Its gorgeous courtyards, exquisite sculptures and fountains, as well as elegant arcades and exhibition halls, show the grandeur and delicacy of Baroque architecture. The central courtyard here is an open space that is often used for concerts and cultural events, attracting many tourists and art lovers. There are also several museums in the building, especially the Dresden Classical Masters Gallery, which houses many European art treasures including Raphael's "Sistine Madonna". In addition, the Porcelain Museum and the Mathematical and Physics Salon are also located here, displaying rich historical and scientific collections.Dresden · 17.7km from Pirna
Bruehl Terrace
Brühlsche Terrasse, a highly recommended attraction in Dresden, walk into the platform from the castle square in the west, and on the second floor you can enjoy the view of the banks of the Elbe, as well as the view of the whole Dresden, including the palace The church and the Semper Opera House not far away are also great places to take pictures. If the weather is nice, you can have a cup of coffee here and sit back and relax.Dresden · 17.3km from Pirna
Schloss Weesenstein
Muglitztal · 6.7km from Pirna
Golden Rider
Walk from the Old Bridge in Dresden's Old Town to the New Town to see the famous Golden Rider of Augustus II, located at theNew Town Square. This statue depicts the scene of Augustus II departing from Dresden's main street for Warsaw to serve as King of Poland.Dresden · 17.6km from Pirna
Blaues Wunder
The Blue Miracle Bridge, built from 1891 to 1893, was the first bridge without piers in Europe. Its design was shocking at the time, and it was also an outstanding engineering and technical work, with stunning viewing effects. It is named after the sky blue painted on the iron bridge, officially known as the Loschwitz Bridge. Several cruise lines pass through this bridge.Dresden · 13.7km from Pirna
Landschloss Zuschendorf
Pirna · 3.7km from downtown
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Dresden Castle
Dresden · 17.5km from PirnaBook now for tomorrowThe Baroque Treasury-Green Vault
Dresden · 17.5km from PirnaKönigstein Fortress
Konigstein · 9.4km from PirnaThe Bastion Bridge
Lohmen · 9.2km from PirnaZwinger
Dresden · 17.7km from PirnaBruehl Terrace
Dresden · 17.3km from PirnaSchloss Weesenstein
Muglitztal · 6.7km from PirnaGolden Rider
Dresden · 17.6km from PirnaBlaues Wunder
Dresden · 13.7km from PirnaLandschloss Zuschendorf
Pirna · 3.7km from downtown
What travellers say about Pirna
蜂蜜茶6717 May 2025
4.0
Dresden is a city that is worth visiting in depth. Through this city rebuilt after World War II, you can see the value of life. It is a must to visit the palace here. I bought the ticket for the group entrance on the platform in advance. Unfortunately, the tour guide was in German and I couldn't understand it at all, but it was a feast for the eyes.
Dresden Castle
Anonymous user9 August 2026
5.0
Easy to use. Just go to the entrance within the designated time.
The Baroque Treasury-Green Vault
Seba_zhou1 September 2020
5.0
Bastei National Geopark is known as the Zhangjiajie of Germany. The scenery is full of strange rocks and very strange stone pillars standing in the clouds. Looking left and right, the scenery is different from every angle. There is also the Elbe River that runs through the stone pillars, which is really beautiful.
The Bastion Bridge
放飞自我去游玩12 March 2022
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There is a famous viewing platform beside the Bella River - the Brühl Terrace, which is suitable for walking, drinking coffee, and admiring the beautiful buildings of the city, the scenery on both sides of the Bella River, and taking pictures of the August Bridge. It is also the best place to take pictures. It is called the "Balcony of Europe" by the locals. On the other side of the platform is a gorgeous government building with neat rows of stairs under the building. Sitting on the stairs, you can enjoy the scenery of the old city on the other side. It is said that this is the open-air theater in Dresden, where performances are often held.
Bruehl Terrace
suifeng201910 May 2020
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The Blue Wonder Bridge got its name because it was painted sky blue, but now it has faded and turned gray. It is a steel bridge across the Elbe River in the east of the city, similar in style to the Waibaidu Bridge in Shanghai, but larger in size.
Blaues Wunder
