Christmas in Saxony

Meissen is a town of approximately about 15 miles (25 km) northwest of Dresden on both banks of the Elbe river in the Free State of Saxony. Meissen is the home of Meissen porcelain, the Albrechtsburg castle, the Gothic Meissen Cathedral and the Meissen Frauenkirche.The Grosse Kreisstadt (English: "major district town") is the capital of the Meissen district. Experience the unique opportunity to enjoy the special atmosphere during the Meißen Advent season. It takes 3 hours by car from Prague to reach Meissen. We spend two hours there.If you like Christmas, you will love Dresden! 11 completely different Christmas markets lie right at your feet: from the very traditional to the merry medieval to the apres-ski charm of the Huttenzauber - you will find it all. Mmmh, can´t you already smell the enticing aroma of baked apples. Takes 30-minute drive from Meissen to Dresden. We have four hours in Dresden for all. The tour takes twelve hours and is provided by car or minivan.

Explore Dresden and its beloved Christmas market on this full-day, private tour from Prague. Travel by private coach on the 2-hour ride, and then follow your guide on a walking tour through the city. Learn about Dresden's long history as the capital and royal residence for the Electors and Kings of Saxony, passing the Dresden Castle, the Semperoper (opera house), and the Hofkirche, church of the royal household. Keep the mood festive with a trip to the Dresden Striezelmarkt, where you can browse the Christmas booths, purchase gifts, or sip on mulled wine. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Prague is included.