Dresden: Private Christmas Market Tour
ID: GYG459884-822960
Category:
Country: Germany
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Experience the magic of the holiday season in Dresden, the city with the largest number of Christmas markets in Eastern Germany and stroll through the oldest seasonal event in the country.
You haven’t seen Christmas in Germany, if you didn’t go to Dresden! The city has the largest number of Christmas markets in eastern Germany, a total of 11, and it is the site of the oldest still standing seasonal event in the country. In 1434 Dresden issued the first permit for a food market on Christmas Eve, marking the very beginning of the Christmas Market tradition in Germany. It is one of the most traditional, with many traditions related with the city’s local industries, like mining, woodworking and pottery.
Highlights
- Discover the rich cultural history and rise of Dresden.
- Learn about the tragic fate of the city during WWII.
- Explore the stunning Catholic Court Church.
- Experience the traditions of the famous Striezelmarkt.
- Admire the connection to the Erzgebirge Christmas delicacy.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Statue of King Johann, Theaterplatz 1, 01067 Dresden, Germany
INCLUDED
- Local professional guide who will be with your group only
- Possible customizing on tour with your local guide on the spot
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.
