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Saxony-Anhalt
Fabulous fortress and wine country
Saxony-Anhalt is a heartland of German and European history. The earlier significance of the region is reflected in numerous well-preserved Romanesque and Gothic architectural monuments. Its wealth of history, music, architecture and UNESCO sites is vast and can be explored in a number of different ways. The themed routes »Romanesque Road« and »Garden Dreams« are a wonderful way to discover fascinating fortresses, sparkling cathedral treasures or relaxing parks.
Why you should travel to Saxony-Anhalt:
- A host of well-preserved Romanesque and Gothic architectural monuments - Cultural hub of medieval Germany - The highest density of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Germany - Its music and numerous festivals - One of the oldest wine-growing regions, over 1000 years´ history
Places of interest and travel ideas:
- Magdeburg: the state capital, incl. the Unser Lieben Frauen monastery (art gallery), Magdeburg Cathedrale - Dessau: Bauhaus building and Masters´ Houses (UNESCO-listed) - Freyburg: the sparkling wine cellars at Rotkäppchen - Rosenstadt Sangerhausen:the Europa-Rosarium - The cathedral city of Naumburg - Lutherstadt Wittenberg incl. the world-famous propositions‘ door - Luther´s place of birth and death in Eisleben (UNESCO-listed) - Themed routes: incl. the Romanesque Road (numerous medieval fortresses and monasteries), the Saale-Unstrut Wine Road, Sky Paths - Garden tour (over 1000 listed parks) - Tasting of culinary delicacies like Hasseröder beer or Halloren chocolate globes
The following Special Interest Tours lead you to Saxony-Anhalt:
- Steam Train Tour
- Romanesque Road
- Bauhaus Tour
- Literature and Art
- Reformation Tour
- Park and Garden Tour
These are suggestions for your next special interest tour, which can be altered, shortened or extended as you require.
Your desired interest tour is missing? Please do not hesitate to contact us. We will be pleased to provide you with an offer tailored to your specific needs.
Highlights 2010/2011:
- The Kurt Weill Festival in Dessau: from 26 Feb to 07 March 2010 / from 25 Feb to 06 March 2011 - IBA Urban Redevelopment 2010: 09 April 2010 Opening of the The International Building Exhibition - Wittenberg Festival of Mayflowers: from 15 to 16 May 2010 - 8th “Spectaculum Magdeburgense”: from 21 to 24 May 2010 - Lutherstadt Wittenberg Town Festival incl. Luther´s Wedding: from 11 to 13 June 2010 / from 17 to 19 June 2011 - Leopoldsfestival: from 02 to 04 July 2010 in Dessau - Wine Festival in Wittenberg: from 29 July to 01 Aug 2010 - Wittenberg Adventure Night: 14 Aug 2010 / 20 Aug 2011 - Reformation Festival: 31 Oct 2010 / from 30 to 31 Oct 2011 - Wittenberg Christmas Market: from 26 Nov to 22 Dec 2010 - „A Heaven on Earth“: from 24 June to 10 July 2011 Festival of spiritual singing - The Reformation Decade from 2008 to 2017: 2010 marks 500 years of Reformation
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21/07/2010 | New direct flight Dresden - Basel/Freiburg
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24/06/2010 | Highlights & events in Germany 2011 & 2012
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03/06/2010 | Dresden: Reopening of the Albertinum on 20 June 2010
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