Meissen: Guided Porcelain Workshop Tour in German
ID: GYG1412448-2156757
Category:
Country: Germany
Duration:
45 min.
Description
Discover the art of porcelain making on a guided tour of a Demonstration Workshop in Meissen. Watch skilled artisans demonstrate stages of porcelain production and explore the museum independently.
Discover how Meissen porcelain is made during a personal guided tour of the Demonstration Workshop. At four different workstations, watch skilled artisans demonstrate selected stages of porcelain production.
See how porcelain pieces are shaped on the potter’s wheel and how individual components are carefully assembled to create detailed figurines. Learn about underglaze painting and the significance of the blue Crossed Swords. At the final workstation, discover how intricate motifs are painted onto the glazed porcelain entirely by hand.
Your guide will explain the different production stages, the special features of Meissen porcelain, and the high level of craftsmanship required to create each piece.
After the approximately 45-minute guided tour, explore the Museum of the Meissen Porcelain Foundation independently.
Highlights
- Discover the art of porcelain making on a guided tour of a workshop
- Watch skilled artisans demonstrate stages of porcelain production
- See how porcelain pieces are shaped on the potter’s wheel
- Learn about underglaze painting and the significance of the blue Crossed Swords
- Explore the Museum of the Meissen Porcelain Foundation independently
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The guided tour is conducted in German.
The tour lasts approximately 40 - 45 minutes.
Current opening hours: daily 9 AM – 5 PM
December 31 and January 1 from 10 AM - 4 PM
The attraction is closed on December 24, 25, and 26
Please present your voucher at the Ticket Desk upon arrival. Our staff will check you in and direct you to the meeting point for the guided tour.
INCLUDED
- Personal guided tour of the Demonstration Workshop
- Visit to four different workstations
- Explanation of porcelain production stages
- Insight into underglaze painting
- Demonstration of hand-painted motifs on glazed porcelain
- Independent exploration of the Museum of the Meissen Porcelain Foundation
NOT INCLUDED
- Participation in other MEISSEN tours, workshops or experiences
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Additional purchases from the MEISSEN Store
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.
