Frukas: cult chewy sweets with a secret identity
Every year, as many frukas are produced as about 200 adult elephants weigh. But unlike them, the carnival doughnuts are not vegetarian. This is set to change in the future.
Leisure in Saxony Dresden Leipzig Chemnitz
The current Saxon online newspaper. The latest news about leisure in Saxony, Dresden, Chemnitz and Leipzig.
Over 8 million guests in Saxony's hostels in 2024
Saxony is a popular vacation and leisure destination. The coronavirus pandemic briefly halted tourism development. Since its end, however, things have been looking up.
First lottery millionaires of the year in Saxony
Two lottery players from Saxony have won millions. Both players are still anonymous for the time being.
Leipzig man plans dream wedding after Eurojackpot win
At the end of January, a man from Leipzig won almost one million euros in the Eurojackpot lottery. He already has plans for what he wants to do with the money.
Planes head for destinations in the south at the start of the winter vacations
Off to the sun by plane. Numerous vacation flights take off from Leipzig/Halle and Dresden airports at the start of the vacation season in Saxony.
Accommodation well booked during winter vacations
If you are still looking for accommodation for the winter vacations in Saxony's winter sports centers, you may still be in luck at short notice. The signs are good for the ski slopes.
Saxony's pools draw positive visitor balance for 2024
The outdoor pool season in Saxony got off to a slow start last year due to bad weather. Then it got better.
Two Saxon restaurants new in "Gault&Millau"
Every year, the gourmet guide "Gault&Millau" selects the best restaurants nationwide and regionally. In Saxony, the testers have identified two newcomers.
Dresden night mediators receive 125,000 euros in funding
They are out and about in the trendy district to ensure better coexistence between partygoers, residents and pub owners in the nightlife: the work of the night mediators is to be developed further.
Saxon Switzerland wants to welcome more winter visitors
The Elbe Sandstone Mountains are a hiking paradise. But it's not just in summer that tourists can get their money's worth.
Same visitor response to Saxony's Christmas Garden as last year
This Advent, stagings of light and music once again turned historic parks in Dresden and Leipzig into Christmas gardens. They once again attracted thousands of visitors - the organizers are satisfied.
Dresden pools draw positive visitor balance for 2024
The outdoor pool season got off to a slow start last year due to bad weather. Then things got better. Dresden's swimming pools have drawn a positive balance for the year as a whole.
Ski resorts without problems despite milder weather
The plus temperatures are causing a thaw in the mountains. The ski resorts are coping well with this at the moment. The German Weather Service warns of freezing rain.
Ski resorts expect crowds at the weekend
As the Christmas vacations draw to a close, many families are tempted to take another trip to the snow. But is it worth the trip to Altenberg, Oberwiesenthal and the like?
Tourism in Saxony on the rise - noticeable recovery in the sector
Saxony wants to score even higher as a vacation paradise in the future. However, the tourism industry also has problems to solve. One of them is the lack of staff.
Klepsch: Tourism still needs government support
Tourism has ministerial status in Saxony. CDU politician Barbara Klepsch will head the department, which also includes culture, for a further five years.
Ski season starts on the Fichtelberg
Piste clear: skiers have been able to indulge in their hobby on the Fichtelberg again since Friday. However, there is still not enough snow for all the runs.
Saxony popular with tourists from abroad
Foreign guests have boosted tourism in Saxony this year. The Free State attributes this to targeted advertising.
Ski season in Oberwiesenthal begins on Friday
The wait will soon be over for ski fans on the Fichtelberg: the slopes will open just in time for the weekend.
First ski resorts start the season
Not much snow has really fallen in Saxony yet. Nevertheless, the first ski resorts have opened their slopes - artificial snow makes it possible.
Start of the season in Saxony - first ski resorts open their lifts
Some Saxon ski resorts are starting the winter season this weekend. But the snow is becoming less and less reliable - which is why the regions are increasingly turning to alternatives.
Disco and company parties: peak season for ice rinks in Saxony
Skates are laced up and laps are made on the ice: In years with little snow, ice rinks are often the only local winter fun. Operators score particularly well with recreational fun.
Still no skiing on the Fichtelberg on the 3rd Advent
Although the landscape on the Fichtelberg is already white, there is still not enough snow for skiing. But the first lifts could start next week.
Alone at Christmas? Offers against loneliness
Christmas is not a reason for joy for everyone: for lonely people in Saxony, there are offers of help in the cities and online. Free kebabs are also being handed out.
Two new lottery millionaires in Saxony
There are two lottery millionaires in Saxony. Three correct numbers were enough for the two lucky players to win the big prize.
Winter sports enthusiasts need patience - When do the slopes open?
In some places, the Ore Mountains are covered in white. The town of Oberwiesenthal wants to ring in the winter season in the next few days. But is there enough snow to open the first slopes?
Winter sports enthusiasts need patience - When do the slopes open?
In some places, the Ore Mountains are covered in white. The town of Oberwiesenthal wants to ring in the winter season in the next few days. But is there enough snow to open the first slopes?
Wineries in Saxony focus on the mulled wine business
Whether white or red - mulled wine is in demand in the run-up to Christmas. More and more domestic producers are turning to the sweet hot drink.
Still longer waiting times for passports
An unusually high number of orders have led to delays in the issuing of passports. People still have to wait longer. However, the Bundesdruckerei promises improvement.