Königstein Fortress even easier to understand from May
Half a million people are drawn to Königstein Fortress in Saxon Switzerland every year. The explanations about the history of the rocky plateau are now available to even more visitors.
Leisure in Saxony Dresden Leipzig Chemnitz
The current Saxon online newspaper. The latest news about leisure in Saxony, Dresden, Chemnitz and Leipzig.
3.8 million euros from the EU for tourism projects
The Saxon-Polish border region is growing together. Joint projects are also becoming a reality thanks to EU funding.
Saxony's hunting community has continued to grow
Interest in hunting is unbroken in Saxony. More and more women are taking up the hobby.
Kromlau Park has become a magnet for visitors - season starts
In the very north of Saxony, two landscape parks lie in close proximity to each other. One - created by Prince Pückler - is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The other is famous for a bridge.
More than 16,000 people at the Night of the Libraries
Several thousand bookworms, bookworms and other interested people have been out and about among the bookshelves in Saxony's libraries.
Dresden park railroad steams into new season
The famous miniature train will be running through the Großer Garten again from Sunday. There is a lot to discover on the miniature railroad line.
Dresden park railroad steams into new season
The famous miniature train will be running through the Großer Garten again from Sunday. There is a lot to discover on the miniature railroad line.
Night train from Stockholm to Chemnitz - three connections
The Capital of Culture is getting a direct connection to Sweden - at least on three weekends this year.
Saxony's tourist regions expect a lot of visitors at Easter
Easter is late in the year this year - which is another reason why the tourist regions in Saxony are hoping for many guests. How is the booking situation so far?
When your favorite flower grows over your head
From a potted plant to a large garden mecca, Kathrin and Walter List have become camellia experts. The couple now care for 120 camellia plants in their greenhouse in Schkeuditz.
New timetable information for the start of the tourist season
If you want to visit Saxony by bus or train, all you need is a timetable. The cooperation between the transport associations and local authorities makes this possible.
Saurierpark starts the new season at the beginning of April
The Kleinwelka Dinosaur Park opens on April 5 with exciting new features. Visitors can walk over dinosaur tracks, let off steam on a jumping pillow and look into the belly of a Triceratops.
Goodbye ski season: lift operations on the Fichtelberg closed
Skiers had plenty of opportunities to pursue their hobby in the Ore Mountains this year. Now the last slope has also been closed - at least on the Saxon side.
Locks in Leipzig open for water hikers
Leipzig has many water trails that are frequently used by paddlers. The locks will also be open again from April.
Night of the Libraries - Hundreds of events in Saxony
The first nationwide Night of Libraries in Saxony has a packed program: from flea markets and workshops to concerts.
Ships can sail on Saxony's largest lake from April
Lake Bärwald will be easier to access for boaters: from April, individual permits will no longer be required. Clear rules apply - and protected zones.
Jan Ullrich at the start of the European Peace Ride 2025
The European Peace Ride connects the two European Capitals of Culture Nova Goriza and Chemnitz in the Capital of Culture year 2025. Celebrities will also be taking part in the last stage.
Suspension railroad in Dresden picks up speed on Saturday
If you want to ride the historic suspension railroad in Dresden, you can do so at the weekend. The funicular, on the other hand, still has to go to the workshop for the time being.
Lotto player from Saxony wins almost 1.6 million euros
A lottery player from Saxony has won almost 1.6 million euros. He is the third lottery millionaire of the year in the Free State.
Start of the season at Nochten boulder park
During the Ice Age, huge masses of rock were pushed from Scandinavia into Lusatia. Today, geological heavyweights form a special park there. It is considered the largest rock garden in Europe.
Sachsenlotto reacts to store closures: new terminals
The desire to gamble is unbroken and has brought Sachsenlotto record numbers of stakes. Now the company has set up its own YouTube studio in Chemnitz. What's it all about?
Final spurt on Saxony's ski slopes
If you still want to ski in Saxony, you have to hurry. Because it's getting warmer and rain is affecting the slopes. Some slopes are already closing at the weekend.
Youth hostels focus on growth - new offers in demand
Sleeping in a castle, a fortified tower or centrally located in the city: youth hostels in Saxony score points with special locations. In order to attract more guests, new offers are being developed, for example for Harry Potter fans.
Skiing in spring weather - lifts running in the Ore Mountains
Crocuses are blooming in gardens and parks, and even in the mountains the daytime temperatures are in double figures. Nevertheless, skiing continues in the Ore Mountains. For how much longer?
Dresden's tourist numbers return to pre-corona level
Dresden is considered a tourist magnet. Like other German destinations, the coronavirus pandemic has caused the city on the Elbe to suffer losses. There are various reasons for the current upward trend.
European Capital of Culture in the focus of Saxony's ITB presentation
The world's largest tourism trade fair ITB in Berlin is a fixed date for the Saxon industry. The main attractions this time are the European Capital of Culture and several anniversaries.
Hiking event: thousands of people on their feet in Leipzig
Kilometers of marching, aching legs, irrepressible will: several thousand participants took part in the mammoth march in Leipzig - across the city and through the countryside.
Leipzig breaks record - over 2 million tourists in 2024
Leipzig's tourism is booming. The trade fair city is exceeding pre-corona levels, while Dresden is struggling with a slight decline. Major events could reinforce the trend this year.
86 million overnight stays - tourism in the East recovers
The pandemic made travel almost impossible at times. The industry is gradually shaking off the trauma. However, the eastern states are lagging somewhat behind the national trend.