Dresden's 'Balcony of Europe': A Self-Guided Audio Tour along the River Elbe

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Duration: 45 minutes - 1 hour

The cobbled streets and historical charm of Dresden attract busloads of visitors but only a few of them find its hidden ”balcony”. This stretch along the River Elbe is in the city centre, but has stately architecture and sweeping views over the magnificent Elbe Valley with its vineyards. Property here was once so coveted that for a long time only a select few could even set foot upon the Balcony of Europe.

On this self-guided audio tour you'll learn the answers to these questions:

• How did this come to be called The Balcony of Europe?

• Can there be someone richer than a king?

• What’s the name of Dresden's most famous cake?

• What’s the significance of a bench made out of white plastic?

• Is there a link between Dresden's and Hansel and Gretel?

• What is Saxony's White Gold

What's included

  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
    • Smartphone and Headphones
    • Transportation
    • Food/Drink

    Audio-supported languages

    English

    Additional information

    Wheelchair accessible

    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

    Location

    Departure point

    Schloßplatz, Dresden, 01067
    Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

    End point

    Albertinum, Tzschirnerpl. 2, Altstadt, Dresden, 01067
    The tour ends at the Albertinum, a short distance from the start.

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