Striezelmarkt Dresden - Christmas Market

Journey via Ulm and Nuremberg to Dresden. Arrival in the evening at around 19:30.

In the morning you will get a behind-the-scenes look at a traditional bakery. A bakery tour gives you a completely new perspective on the authentic Dresden Stollen. You will learn background information and fascinating anecdotes that show what it takes to offer these delicacies in the highest quality. Afterwards, you will enjoy a special Advent walk through Dresden's historic old town. Let yourself be enchanted by the colourful hustle and bustle of the Dresden Christmas markets! You will explore three of the most beautiful Christmas markets (Advent at Neumarkt with the Frauenkirche, Stallhof with its medieval Christmas market, Striezelmarkt), the world-famous squares of the Dresden old town, the world's largest Ore Mountain stepped pyramid and the walk-in Schwibbogen (candle arch).

(Optional excursion) With a local guide, you will discover the Saxon Elbland on a scenic tour. Visit Wackerbarth Palace, set among the Radebeul vineyards, among other sights. Marvel at the unique ensemble of baroque palace and garden grounds, historic wine landscape and modern wine and sparkling wine estate. You will be welcomed with mulled wine, accompanied by an original Dresden Christstollen. A wine tasting is also not to be missed. Continue to Meissen with its world-famous porcelain manufactory. Afterwards, a stroll through the picturesque old town is well worth it, past winding alleys, lovingly restored townhouses and cosy wine taverns, across the market square with its magnificent town hall, up to Burgberg hill with Albrechtsburg Castle and the cathedral. Alternatively, enjoy your time in Dresden at your own leisure.

Return journey to Switzerland.