Pirna

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Pirna featuring a river or creek
Pirna
Pirna showing street scenes
Pirna showing street scenes
Pirna which includes a river or creek

Often used as a launching place for trips through Saxon Switzerland, this idyllic German town is steeped in tradition and centuries of history.

Visit the historic town of Pirna, in the heart of the Elbe Valley, to see its historic center, medieval homes and a restored castle towering above it. Pirna’s reputation for beauty spread across Europe long ago, with the Venetian painter Canaletto painting a collection of works of the town. Thanks to the efforts of Pirna’s proud locals, the town still looks largely the same, with period houses, immaculate cobbled streets and lush trees at every corner.

Visit St. Mary’s Church to witness its tall steeples rising high above the old town. Creating one of the most photogenic scenes in Pirna, the steeples are backdropped by the cascading hills of the River Elbe. Climb to Sonnenstein Castle, the iconic castle at the heart of the city. Straddling a rocky crag, the castle features terraced gardens and more than seven centuries of history to discover.

For more gardens, find your way to Zuschendorf Castle to explore its expansive surrounds. Walk through camellia groves and discover trees and shrubs local to the region.

The natural beauty of Pirna extends far beyond the town limits, and many visitors to the area are here for this reason. The Saxon Switzerland National Park offers unique sandstone mountains dotted with castles and mountain villages. Hike through the national park or cycle along the Saxon Wine Hiking Trail to discover local wine and produce. Pirna is located in the heart of Germany’s smallest wine region and the most northern winemaking region in Europe.

Prina can be reached from Dresden in less than half an hour by car or train. Once you arrive most attractions are within walking distance and many hiking trails begin in the town. Find accommodation in the historic old town along with restaurants, cafés and some shopping options.

Maritim Hotel & Internationales Congress Center Dresden

Maritim Hotel & Internationales Congress Center Dresden

Devreintstraße 10-12 / Ostra-Ufer 2, Dresden, SN
The price is P5,621 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P5,621
P6,376 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
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9/10 Wonderful! (883 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and professional. Hotel was very nice and clean excellent condition."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Maritim Hotel & Internationales Congress Center Dresden
Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel Dresden

Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel Dresden

Grosse Meissner Str. 15, Dresden, SN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P5,794 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P5,794
P6,572 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
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8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location Historic"

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Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel Dresden
Occidental Dresden Newa

Occidental Dresden Newa

Prager Straße 2c, Dresden, SN
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The price is P4,484 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P4,484
P5,086 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
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8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Convenient to main train station. Extremely walkable to the Old City. Plenty of food and shopping along the way."

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

Occidental Dresden Newa
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Ferienapartments Pirna

Ferienapartments Pirna

Rudolf-Renner-Straße 13, Pirna, Sachsen
Stay at this apartment in Pirna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions St. Mary´s Church and Sonnenstein Castle are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (25 reviews)
Great apartment, poor communication
"The apartment itself was great. Clean, new, great sized rooms with kitchen stocked for cooking. Unfortunately, communication is lacking. Received an email shortly after booking to ask about time of arrival. Replied to said email and never heard anything else. There is no front desk as this is an ..."

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2019

Ferienapartments Pirna
Aparthotel Münzgasse

Aparthotel Münzgasse

Muenzgasse 10, Dresden, SN
Stay at this aparthotel in Dresden. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Church of Our Lady and Semper Opera ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,087 reviews)
Excellent economical choice
"Clean and tidy apartment in a lovely location. Dated interior- but very clean and steps away from restaurants and the heart of old town."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Aparthotel Münzgasse
Aparthotel am Schloss

Aparthotel am Schloss

Schössergasse 16, Dresden, SN
Stay at this aparthotel in Dresden. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Church of Our Lady and Semper Opera ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (531 reviews)
"Helpful staff, comfortable, great location for Royal Palace and other sites. Just under 10 mins walk from trams. Could do with a few more pots/pans/crockery etc for those self-catering."

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

Aparthotel am Schloss
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