Meissen - Porcelain's Homeland in Europe

Meissen, Germany

Meissen is situated not far from Dresden on the Elbe. Meissen has glorious history. Several centuries ago it was the capital of Saxony. The towm is well-knowm because of porcelain. There was the first place in Europe where porcelain was produced.

Meissen, Germany

Meissen is a cosy town with wonderful castle - Albrechtsburg. Inside you will see fantastic decorations. One of the most famous building in the town is Meissen cathedral. There is a viewpoint in it.

But if you want to see tiled roofs it is enough to go to the castle that is located on the hill.

Meissen, Germany

Meissen, Germany

Of course like in old German towns, for example like in Pirna, there tourists enjoy cosy narrow streets. There are also a lot of cafes and shops.
Meissen streets you can see in the Russian film "Seventeen moments of spring". There the scenes those in the film took place in Bern were shot.

Meissen, Germany

Meissen, Germany

Meissen, Germany

Meissen, Germany

Meissen, Germany

If you want to know more about Meissen porcelain go to the museum of the porcelain factory. There you will find porcelain masterpieces.

Meissen, Germany

Meissen, Germany

There is also a shop where you can buy porcelain, but be ready for really high prices.
Another Meissen product is Fummel. It is a pastry that is hollow inside.

Meissen, Germany

To go to Meissen you can use a train from Dresden. One day will be enough to explore this charming town with the castle and porcelain factory. But I am sure that you will want to visit it again.

Meissen, Germany

Meissen, Germany