Dresden: Elbe River Cruise to Meissen From Dresden: One-Way Paddle Steamer Cruise to Meissen
ID: GYG50405-O-206501
Category:
Country: Germany
Duration:
02:30 hours
Description
Discover the Saxon Wine Route by paddle steamer on a full-day trip. Travel from Dresden to Meissen, visit the Albrechtsburg, stroll through the town and explore the porcelain factory before returning.
Explore the picturesque Saxon Wine Route on a boat trip from Dresden to Meissen and back. On board the boat you can discover interesting facts about the cathedral town, the cozy wine taverns, and the wine villages in the region.
Set off on the paddle steamer in the morning and reach Meissen at midday for a break of 3 hrs. Even from a distance you can discover the silhouette of the town characterized by its castle hill and surrounded by the hills in the Elbe Valley.
In the town itself, you can visit the Albrechtsburg with its cathedral. Heading from the pier, simply take a right turn down under the bridge and you'll reach the castle after a 10-minute walk or by using the lift. Take a stroll through the town with its historical wall and visit the town museum or the porcelain factory.
Meissen's Frauenkirche is also worth a visit. The church, built in the 15th century, is located in the center of the town, a few minutes walk from the Albrechtsburg. Ride on the paddle steamer back to Dresden and reach the city in the evening.
Highlights
- Experience a relaxing boat ride along the Elbe river
- In Meissen see the impressive Scharfenberg Palace & Siebeneichen Palace
- Stroll through the historical town and visit a museum or the porcelain factory
- Enjoy the views of the beautiful vineyards
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• In case of extremely high or low water levels, the timetable may change or certain trips may be canceled
You can find out which pier your ship departs from on the displays at each pier or on the large display board at the local supplier's ticket office. This tour has the line number 21 - this is shown as "Line 21" or L21.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
