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© Christian Sacher
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Blick über Weinberge RadebeulBlick über Weinberge Radebeul
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SVT Görlitz auf Dresdner Marienbrücke vor Kulisse der Dresdner AltstadtSVT Görlitz auf Dresdner Marienbrücke vor Kulisse der Dresdner Altstadt
© Christian Sacher
Schloss Wackerbarth im Winter Wackerbarth Castle during winterSchloss Wackerbarth im Winter Wackerbarth Castle during winter
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Abenddämmerung im Dresdner ZwingerAbenddämmerung im Dresdner Zwinger
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Dresden Elbe Region

From the Cultural Metropolis to the Unique Surrounding Countryside

A cultural landscape bestowed with stunning natural beauty


Dresden Elbland with its vine-covered slopes and pristine Elbe meadows is distinguished by its mild climate and scenic beauty.

Especially in the region between Meissen and Pillnitz, a fascinating cultural landscape has developed, completed with the baroque metropolis of Dresden, the capital city of the Free State of Saxony. Here, you might easily get intrigued with the laid-backness Saxons are so famous for, the Saxon "nu" ("yes") being the first expression of their hospitality and warmth. Yet there is a lot more to fascinate you in Dresden, known as the "Florence of the North", and its surroundings. World-famous historic and technical buildings, true musical delights, and artistic masterpieces are all found in the vibrant royal city of Dresden with its unmistakable charm.

In the surroundings, visitors can find vine-covered slopes and old, rustic village centres, with garden cafés and hotels in old mills. So let yourself be convinced by the Saxon cosiness and hospitality! However, at the same time, we are ensuring you that the special railway atmosphere along the STEAM RAILWAY ROUTE will not be missed out. The steam-driven Lößnitzgrundbahn railway runs daily past the Radebeul vineyards; through the romantic Lößnitzgrund valley; to Schloss Moritzburg, the baroque hunting castle of August the Strong, Elector of Saxony; to the town of Radeburg, the birthplace of Heinrich Zille. In Dresden, an internationally renowned collection of exhibits including all five modes of transport awaits you at the Verkehrsmuseum (Transport Museum) right next to the world-famous Frauenkirche church. And the Weißeritztalbahn railway, which will take you from the town of Freital to the Eastern Ore Mountains, is not far away either.
 

Heritage (steam) railways (16)

  • Verkehrsmuseum Dresden im historischen Johanneum am Dresdner NeumarktVerkehrsmuseum Dresden im historischen Johanneum am Dresdner Neumarkt
    © Dr.Igor Semechin

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    Heritage (steam) railways

    Dresden Transport Museum

    Dresden · Dresden Elbe Region

    Experience the world of transport – Johanneum at Neumarkt square ... Located in the heart of the Old Town of Dresden, vis-à-vis the…

  • Dampfzug der LößnitzgrundbahnDampfzug der Lößnitzgrundbahn
    © Philipp Herfort Photography
    Licence: DBR-BY

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    Lößnitzgrundbahn – SDG mbH railway company

    Moritzburg · Dresden Elbe Region

    Vom 2. bis 20. November 2026 legen die Schmalspurbahnen der Sächsischen Dampfeisenbahngesellschaft (SDG) eine planmäßige Betriebspause…

  • Standseilbahn DresdenStandseilbahn Dresden
    © Dresdner Verkehrsbetriebe AG Gruppe Bergbahnen

    Heritage (steam) railways

    Mountain railways Dresden

    Dresden · Dresden Elbe Region

    Loschwitz – Weißer Hirsch / Loschwitz – Oberloschwitz Enjoy the city traffic in Dresden from its best side ... The DVB operates the…

  • Eisenbahnmuseum Dresden-AltstadtEisenbahnmuseum Dresden-Altstadt
    © Christian Sacher

    Heritage (steam) railways

    Bahnbetriebswerk Dresden-Altstadt (locomotive depot)

    Dresden · Dresden Elbe Region

    Railway history vividly presented ... Following the popular Dresden steam locomotive festivals, the tradition of big railway events in the…

  • Bahnbetriebswerk NossenBahnbetriebswerk Nossen
    © IG Dampflok Nossen e.V.

    Heritage (steam) railways

    Dampflok Nossen e.V. heritage steam association

    Nossen · Dresden Elbe Region

    Bahnbetriebswerk Nossen Experience the charm of riding on a steam engine … Nossen used to be an important rail junction in Central Saxony…

  • Parkeisenbahn DresdenParkeisenbahn Dresden
    © Christian Sacher

    Heritage (steam) railways

    Parkeisenbahn Dresden (Dresden Park Railway)

    Dresden · Dresden Elbe Region

    Dresden Straßburger Platz – Zoo – Carolasee – Karcherallee – Palaisteich – Zoo – Straßburger Platz On narrow tracks through a green oasis…

  • SachsendraisineSachsendraisine
    © Sachsendraisine

    Heritage (steam) railways

    Sachsendraisine – Saxony Draisine

    Wilschdorf · Dresden Elbe Region

    By muscle strength through the Karswald Forest on the outskirts of Dresden Even after the August floods of 2002, international express…

  • Sächsische DampfschifffahrtSächsische Dampfschifffahrt
    © Dampfbahn-Route Sachsen - Christian Sacher

    Heritage (steam) railways

    Sächsische Dampfschifffahrt – Saxon steam shipping

    Dresden · Dresden Elbe Region

    Meißen – Dresden – Pirna – Bad Schandau Experience history of technology and enjoy nature ... Come aboard the worldwide unique fleet of…

  • Initiative Sächsische Eisenbahngeschichte e.V.Initiative Sächsische Eisenbahngeschichte e.V.
    © Initiative Sächsische Eisenbahngeschichte e.V.

    Heritage (steam) railways

    Saxon Railway History Initiative

    Dresden · Dresden Elbe Region

    Dresden/Saxony Keeping Saxony’s railway history alive ... Over the past few years, the Initiative Sächsische Eisenbahngeschichte e.V…

  • Schmalspurbahnmuseum WilsdruffSchmalspurbahnmuseum Wilsdruff
    © IG Verkehrsgeschichte Wilsdruff e. V.

    Heritage (steam) railways

    Schmalspurbahnmuseum (narrow gauge railway museum) in Wilsdruff

    Wilsdruff · Dresden Elbe Region

    Lokschuppen Bf Wilsdruff / Schauanlage Hp Wilsdruff … You are on the right track Until 1972, the town of Wilsdruff near Dresden had the…

  • SVT GörlitzSVT Görlitz
    © SVT Görlitz gGmbH

    Heritage (steam) railways

    SVT Görlitz

    Dresden · Dresden Elbe Region

    A train for Central Germany For decades, the DMU class VT 18.16 (also known as SVT Görlitz) had been the flagship of the East German…

  • traditionsbahn_radebeul_e.v._banner_bahn_11_2.jpgtraditionsbahn_radebeul_e.v._banner_bahn_11_2.jpg
    © Pressebild Traditionsbahn Radebeul e.V.

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    Traditionsbahn Radebeul e.V. traditional railway association

    Radebeul · Dresden Elbe Region

    Traditional railway Radebeul Journey into the past on narrow tracks ... Already over 40 years ago, historical vehicles dating from the…

  • Straßenbahnmuseum DresdenStraßenbahnmuseum Dresden
    © Straßenbahnmuseum Dresden e.V. - Claudia Spitzer

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    Trammuseum Dresden-DVB, the public transport operator in Dresden

    Dresden · Dresden Elbe Region

    Dresden-Trachenberge The history of buses and tramways at the Tramway Museum … Admire historical trams and busesin the Trachenberge…

  • trilex / Die Länderbahn GmbHtrilex / Die Länderbahn GmbH
    © Frank Moeckel

    Heritage (steam) railways

    trilex / Die Länderbahn GmbH

    Viechtach · Dresden Elbe Region

    RE1/RB60 Dresden – Görlitz – Zgorzelec RE2/RB61 Dresden – Zittau (– Liberec) L2 Liberec – Česká Lípa – Děčín L4 Rumburk – Česká Lípa…

  • windbergbahn_saechsische_semmeringbahn_banner_bahn_61_2.jpgwindbergbahn_saechsische_semmeringbahn_banner_bahn_61_2.jpg
    © Windbergbahn e.V.

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    Windbergbahn e.V. railway association in Dresden

    Dresden · Dresden Elbe Region

    Dresden Hbf – Freital-Birkigt – Dresden-Gittersee – Possendorf Having gone steeply uphill since 1857 ... Opened in 1857, the so-called…

Discover the region (14)

  • AugustusToursAugustusTours
    © Christian Sacher

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    AugustusTours

    Dresden · Dresden Elbe Region

    Customized adventure travel for individuals ... We at AugustusTours take great pride in ensuring that our guests anticipate and enjoy a…

  • Bliock zum Terrassenufer mit Dresdner AltstadtkulisseBliock zum Terrassenufer mit Dresdner Altstadtkulisse
    © DMG Dresden - ddpix.de

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    Dresden Elbland

    Dresden Elbe Region

    ... Enjoy your stay at the fascinating region around Dresden The Elbe River, Germany's second largest river, shapes this holiday region…

  • Freizeitzentrum „Hains“, FreitalFreizeitzentrum „Hains“, Freital
    © Freizeitzentrum Hains Freital

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    Hains Leisure Centre, Freital

    Freital · Dresden Elbe Region

    ... Fun, sport and enjoyment in one place The Hains leisure centre offers a wide range of opportunities for sport, fun and relaxation…

  • Hochseilgarten Moritzburg und Schäferwagenurlaub mit historischem TraktorHochseilgarten Moritzburg und Schäferwagenurlaub mit historischem Traktor
    © Pressefoto WTH Moritzburg UG

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    High ropes course Moritzburg and shepherd's car holiday with historic tractor

    Moritzburg · Dresden Elbe Region

    Exceptional experiences and quarters in the Moritzburg pond landscape The high ropes course at the central pond offers something special…

  • HISTORISCHER GÜTERBODEN Radebeul

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    HISTORICAL GÜTERBODEN Radebeul

    Radebeul · Dresden Elbe Region

    A unique event location in Radebeul near Dresden In 2006, the city administration of Radebeul awarded the Bauherrenpreis (Clients’ Prize)…

  • karl-may-museum_radebeul_banner_bahn_121_2.jpgkarl-may-museum_radebeul_banner_bahn_121_2.jpg
    © Karl-May Museum Radebeul

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    Karl May Museum, Radebeul

    Radebeul · Dresden Elbe Region

    Two worlds, one experience ... The popular Karl-May-Museum with its two fascinating worlds is located near Radebeul Ost station. The…

  • MoritzburgMoritzburg
    © MICHAEL SPERL Dresden

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    Moritzburg

    Moritzburg · Dresden Elbe Region

    The cultural landscape of Moritzburg is one of the most charming tourist destinations in Saxony. Visit the town of Moritzburg located just…

  • Freizeitpark OskarshausenFreizeitpark Oskarshausen
    © Oskarshausen GmbH

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    Oskarshausen Leisure Park

    Freital · Dresden Elbe Region

    Oskarshausen | Excursion destination & exhibition in all weathers in Freital near Dresden Seasonal events & Oskar's magic factories offer…

  • Heimatmuseum Radeburg

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    Radeburg Museum of Local History

    Radeburg · Dresden Elbe Region

    In the footsteps of Heinrich Zille ... Heinrich Zille is the most famous man of the city of Radeburg – the painter and graphic artist…

  • Sächsisches Feuerwehrmuseum ZeithainSächsisches Feuerwehrmuseum Zeithain
    © Sächsisches Feuerwehrmuseum Zeithain e.V.

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    Saxon Fire Brigade Museum Zeithain

    Zeithain · Dresden Elbe Region

    The Saxon Fire Brigade Museum in Zeithain near Riesa is one of the largest of its kind in Germany. The number and variety of exhibits is…

  • Touristinformation RadebeulTouristinformation Radebeul
    © Stadt Radebeul/Katja Grünberg

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    Tourist Information Radebeul

    Radebeul · Dresden Elbe Region

    On the traces of local wine and its growers ... What many hikers expect of their vacation is to take time out of their busy lives to…

  • verkehrsverbund_oberelbe_vvo_dresden_banner_bahn_127_2.jpgverkehrsverbund_oberelbe_vvo_dresden_banner_bahn_127_2.jpg
    © MICHAEL SPERL

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    Verkehrsverbund Oberelbe (Upper Elbe Transport Association), Dresden

    Dresden · Dresden Elbe Region

    Experience a special journey ... In hardly any other region of Germany can such impressive landscapes be explored by using unusual and…

  • Verkehrsmuseum Dresden im historischen Johanneum am Dresdner NeumarktVerkehrsmuseum Dresden im historischen Johanneum am Dresdner Neumarkt
    © Dr.Igor Semechin

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    Dresden Transport Museum

    Dresden · Dresden Elbe Region

    Experience the world of transport – Johanneum at Neumarkt square ... Located in the heart of the Old Town of Dresden, vis-à-vis the…

Stay and enjoy (4)

  • Ballsäle CoßmannsdorfBallsäle Coßmannsdorf
    © Pressefoto TWF - Technische Werke Freital GmbH

    Stay and enjoy

    Ballsäle Coßmannsdorf

    Freital · Dresden Elbe Region

    Enjoy and celebrate in front of the Rabenauer Grund ... Want to enjoy a steam train ride and a good meal? The traditional ballrooms in…

  • Bilz-Pension im LößnitzgrundBilz-Pension im Lößnitzgrund
    © Bilz-Pension

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    Bilz-Pension in the Lößnitz Valley

    Moritzburg · Dresden Elbe Region

    ... Arrive, relax, take a cure A few dozen metres from the Lößnitzgrund stop on the daily Radebeul Ost - Radeburg narrow-gauge railway…

  • Dresden 1900 MuseumsgastronomieDresden 1900 Museumsgastronomie
    © Frank Grätz

    Stay and enjoy

    Dresden 1900 Vintage Gastronomy

    Dresden · Dresden Elbe Region

    You will be surprised at what you will find at our restaurant, the Dresden 1900. Enjoy the charm and aura of Dresden around 1900 when…

  • loessnitztal-schaenke_banner_bahn_130_2.jpgloessnitztal-schaenke_banner_bahn_130_2.jpg
    © Lößnitztalschänke

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    Lößnitztalschänke restaurant

    Radebeul · Dresden Elbe Region

    Enjoyment in the Lößnitztal valley ... Lößnitztal-Schänke restaurant is located in one of Upper Lusatia's nicest regions, at the foot of…

Stations of the Steam Railway Route (15)

  1. Station 14: Löthain Museum Station

    Käbschütztal

  2. Stationsschild dampfbahn-route 15
  3. Station 18: Inn at Ottendorf-Okrilla Station

    Ottendorf-Okrilla

    Station sign Inn at Ottendorf-Okrilla Station (PDF, 2.4 MB)

    Stationsschild dampfbahn-route 76
  4. Station 20: Dresden Cable Railways

    Dresden

    Partners at this station: Mountain railways Dresden

  5. Station 21: Dresden Park Railway

    Dresden

    Partners at this station: Parkeisenbahn Dresden (Dresden Park Railway)

    Station sign Dresden Park Railway (PDF, 738 KB)

    Stationsschild dampfbahn-route 17
  6. Station 22: Terrassenufer in Dresden/Saxon Paddle Steamer Fleet

    Dresden

    Partners at this station: Sächsische Dampfschifffahrt – Saxon steam shipping

  7. Stationsschild dampfbahn-route 16
  8. Station 24: Dresden Railway Museum

    Dresden

    Partners at this station: Bahnbetriebswerk Dresden-Altstadt (locomotive depot) · Saxon Railway History Initiative · SVT Görlitz · Dresden Elbland

  9. Station 25: Dresden-Gittersee Station

    Dresden

    Partners at this station: Windbergbahn e.V. railway association in Dresden · District town of Freital

  10. Station 50: Wilsdruff Stop

    Wilsdruff

    Partners at this station: Schmalspurbahnmuseum (narrow gauge railway museum) in Wilsdruff · GEOPARK Central Saxony · Dresden Elbland

  11. Stationsschild dampfbahn-route 73
  12. Station 52: Nossen Railway Junction

    Nossen

    Partners at this station: Dampflok Nossen e.V. heritage steam association

    Station sign Nossen Railway Junction (PDF, 817 KB)

    Stationsschild dampfbahn-route 71

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  • Völkerschlachtdenkmal LeipzigVölkerschlachtdenkmal Leipzig
    © TMGS - Fotograf: Giulio Gröbert

    Leipzig Region

    From the Trade Fair Metropolis to the Region between the Elbe and Mulde Rivers

  • Abendpanorama der Dresdner AltstadtAbendpanorama der Dresdner Altstadt
    © Christian Sacher / Dresden

    Dresden Elbe Region

    From the Cultural Metropolis to the Unique Surrounding Countryside

  • ViaSacra Pfarrkirche GörlitzViaSacra Pfarrkirche Görlitz
    © Philipp Herfort

    Upper Lusatia

    Active in harmony with nature in Germany’s eastern holiday region

  • Mettenschicht am Andreas-Gegentrum StollnMettenschicht am Andreas-Gegentrum Stolln
    © Bernd März

    Ore Mountains

    Railway nostalgia, mining traditions and nature experiences for the whole family

  • Theaterplatz ChemnitzTheaterplatz Chemnitz
    © TV Chemnitz Zwickau Region e.V. / NASSER HASHEMI

    Chemnitz. Zwickau. Region. / Vogtland

    Experience industrial heritage, culture and nature – travelling from the European Capital of Culture 2025 to the Musikwinkel