Discover the picturesque castles of Dresden on this boat tour as you sail through the city on a historic paddle steamer.

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Duration 2.5 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: German
Wheelchair accessible

Highlights

Marvel at the streets of Dresden from the water
Admire the 3 river castles
Sip on a comforting cup of mulled wine
See the historic Pillnitz Castle
Sail past the Blue Wonder Bridge

Full description

Embark on a scenic cruise through the city center of Dresden from the comfort of an authentic paddle steamer. Explore the historic Old Town, the Baroque Quarter, the 3 famous Dresden Elbe Castles, and the Blue Wonder Bridge. Sail towards Pillnitz Castle and Park, which transforms into a sparkling Christmas garden every winter. The ship will turn in front of this castle. On the way back, enjoy views of the wintery river landscape with a cup of hot mulled wine. Finally, enjoy panoramic views of the Old Town before arriving back at the pier.

Includes

Boat tour
Audio commentary via on-board announcements or app

Food and drinks

Meeting point

Check the timetable on pier 2 for information about which pier your tour will depart from. This tour has the line number 80 - this is shown as "Line 80" or L80.

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Dresden: Paddle Steamer Winter Cruise to Pillnitz

Dresden: Paddle Steamer Winter Cruise to Pillnitz

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