"Saxony Tales" Top 5 Page for this destination Land Sachsen by richiecdisc

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wind-swept Elbsandsteingebirge - Land Sachsen

Though Saxony stands as the most industrialized and densely populated state of the former East Germany, it also is full of both natural and man-made wonder. From the weather beaten bizarre peaks of the Elbsandsteingebirge to the hauntingly beautiful cultural center of Dresden, Saxony exudes a grace and authenticity that eludes more famous areas of Western Germany. It is true that the states of the former East Germany are economically strapped compared to their counterparts in the west. While this can give an initial impression of depression, this lack of funds and isolation has perhaps saved the area from rash changes that can often mean the death of the very thing that travelers come to experience: an authentic old world feel. Saxony has plenty of this to offer with far fewer crowds than you will find in more famous areas of this vast country, and at a fraction of the price too. With its close proximity to the Czech Republic and Poland, it has a true eastern feel. This feeling is one that Western Europe seems to lose more of with each passing year. Enjoy it while it lasts.

Last visit to Land Sachsen: Dec 2006
Intro Updated May 29, 2007
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a local guide can't be beat....
Transportation (1)
thanks to my chauffeur , D
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A home away from home....
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See All a glow at Christmas
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Written Jul 18, 2003

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Elbsandsteingebirge hiking this spring

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Comments (20)

Helga67 Feb 1, 2008 at 12:16 AM Report Abuse

Great tips Richie. I'm looking forward to visit some of your tips later this year.
iandsmith Nov 18, 2007 at 9:22 AM Report Abuse

How disappointing, I found some of your tips didn't even mention "beer"! Lift your game. Cheers.
Trekki Jul 29, 2007 at 5:55 AM Report Abuse

oops, I almost missed your updates here :-) But you still make me want to go to Saxony in winter - looks gorgeous ! How come that I missed Schlafmützchen beer on my first read ? Cute name :-)))
Bwana_Brown May 31, 2007 at 3:00 PM Report Abuse

Richie, another beer tour-de-force combined with an excellent overview of Saxony! The cities have some amazing architectural delights but the landscape of the rugged Elbsandsteingebirge blew me away! Konigstein fortress looks very impressive too!
Maggies May 17, 2006 at 7:43 AM Report Abuse

Found the church :) I'm sure it will look a little different in sunny spring. Anyway, I know how to get there and will be there.
german_eagle Aug 9, 2003 at 12:58 PM Report Abuse

Fantastic page. And so humourous written ... Have you also checked out the "Zwickel" beer?
sandysmith Jul 25, 2003 at 3:50 PM Report Abuse

Lovely new travelogue, nice to see a pic of you and D together. loved the little swiss mountains (into pic especially) and more reflection pics here too :-)
aliante1981 Jun 11, 2003 at 3:42 AM Report Abuse

Unfortunately, I did not make it there again last summer. Well, hope to revisit the location in future!
tessy Mar 24, 2003 at 1:05 PM Report Abuse

What a pleasure to explore beautiful Saxony with such a great local guide! I'm sure to visit Elbsandsteingebirge one day!
kiwi Mar 22, 2003 at 2:04 PM Report Abuse

Garlic soup and fennel beer!! Wow. After reading this page I feel I've been there, such a fantastic write up. And superb photos to compliment. :-) -Pam.