The Dresden Zwinger
The Dresden Zwinger
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Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Art Museums
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6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Situated in the heart of the Saxon state capital, the Dresden Zwinger ranks among Germany’s most well-known Baroque buildings of Germany and is, apart from the Church of Our Lady, certainly the most famous building monument in Dresden. It accommodates internationally renowned museums and is a place for staging music and theater performances.
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Basia_Poznan
Poznan, Poland78 contributions
Aug 2022
It's a huge building with multiply attractions. The place is a combination of a baroque palace, museums, an art gallery, a park, a terrace, with fountains, stairs sculptures.
A beautiful place to discover, learn and relax.. An absolute must see in Dresden!
Everybody seems to know that, so unfortunately in August it was full of visitors.
Written December 31, 2022
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Ludwig H
Augsburg, Germany27 contributions
Sep 2021 • Couples
We visited the building complex and found countless of wonderful details as well as stellar places for photography. Would recommend to anyone coming to Dresden, especially since you can access all the outdoor areas for free. Special mention of the possibility to walk on top of the walls as from there you can see some gorgeous details of the design up close!
Written September 18, 2021
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Thank you very much for the encouraging feedback!
Written September 30, 2021
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zycathy
Toronto, Canada64 contributions
Jul 2022
The palace is very beautiful, however, the garden is a construction site right now. As we arrived early in the day, it took us a while to find the stairs to the terrace (some entries are within cafe which opens at 10am). Generally, not lots of signs in the city to guide you to the places.
Written July 26, 2022
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MichiganFarmWife
Frankenmuth, MI13 contributions
Mar 2020
Our tour guide walked us through the Dresdent Zwinger, pointing out architectural details inside and outside the buildings. The history is interesting. We were most intrigued by photos he had to share that showed massive flooding in Dresdent in 2013, in which the Platz (outdoor courtyard in the center of the building) was flooded with several meters of water from the nearby Elbe River, which is way, way lower than this palace! That flood must have been as devestating to Dresdeners as the current pandemic. We visited Dresden and Germany just before Germany closed its border, returning home to Detroit on March 13, 2020.
Written January 31, 2021
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Thank you very much for the encouraging feedback! We are very pleased that you enjoyed your visit to the Zwinger and Dresden so much. We hope to see you again some day.
Written February 4, 2021
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RodwanHiba
Spring Hill, FL32 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
Absolutely awesome. Actually, it was overwhelming. I wish the buildings were little cleaner. I’m sure there is a way to clean up statues and buildings without destroying the historical value. There was some construction work too. Hence, I did not get to see all the areas
Written August 1, 2022
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tosl
Jersey City, NJ676 contributions
Apr 2022
I have been looking forward to seeing the Zwinger for a number of years and....not so much. Half of the complex is shut down and detoured through construction zones. The Porcelain Museum is "opened" but the porcelain is not on display; the Chinese vases are nice but can be seen in many museums. Hopefully in the future, it is opened because I am sure it is quite impressive without the fencing.
Written April 18, 2022
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MWG12
Leonia, NJ164 contributions
Jul 2022 • Couples
Wonderful piece of baroque architecture, although renovation is being done. Will be wonderful once interior grounds and fountains are completed. It was originally intended as a palace but is more of a enclosed pleasure grounds with different museums in the various buildings, including the Gemäldegalerie, an outstanding art museum. Wonderful place to stroll.
Written July 4, 2022
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DeanR
Greater London, UK13 contributions
Apr 2022
All of the old city is fascinating and sobering but this was my favourite site - partly as it is spectacular; partly as its still being rebuilt so the fairly recent horror is evident and sobering; and partly because it's original splendour is so OTT. The many different cherubs are great fun - especially for families...really triggering the imagination.
Written May 3, 2022
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Devyani G
Pune, India42 contributions
Sep 2019
The well structured city with a great balance between modern and historical architecture mesmerized me. It has been home to many Saxon Kings and Prince's . The town has beautiful and huge palaces and museums. There are many one day city tours available. I decided to walk it all! Because I had just 1 day at hand , I spent my time at the iconic Zwinger palace. The lawn styling, crown architecture, many sculptures and the magnificent bell all are really worth watching. And also since this is not super commercialized yet, you may see a lot less crowd than Prague palaces. The old town has many eateries and tents on the cobbled roads that create a fun and buzzing atmosphere.
Written March 16, 2020
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Puffinman
Berlin, Germany1,012 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
Learn about the history and understand the times! This is a fine place to walk and visit. Great architecture. The royals had it all! Thanks to the “Whit Gold” ( porcelain)
The artists created such wonderful work! A must see place!
Written June 11, 2021
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Thank you very much for the encouraging feedback!
Written July 5, 2021
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