A day (or two) in Dresden
A day (or two) in Dresden
Dresden is only about 200 kilometers from Berlin - a two hour long drive by car. As much as I love Berlin I'll readily admit that Dresden is more beautiful than almost any other town in Germany. You should stay at least 2 days in Dresden to see the most important sights: the Old Town, Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady), Zwinger (Museum of Old Masters), the Bruehlsche Terraces, Grünes Gewölbe (Green Vault) : it will take your breath away. If there is time, take a river steam boat cruise up on the beautiful Elbe to Pillnitz Castle, visit the unique and amazing "Hygiene Museum", or enjoy the view from the roof beergarden of the Yenidze, a former tabacco warehouse.
If you consider driving down to Dresden for a day, I will arrange this for you. If you plan on spending a few nights in Dresden, I have just the person for you to show you around:
Michael Hassenkamp was born in Dresden and, as a five-year-old, saw the city burning (in 1945). Shortly thereafter his family moved to West-Germany where he grew up. He worked as a journalist, communications expert and as civil engineer. Today he enjoys retirement and divides his time between Berlin and Dresden. He has lots of favorite places in Dresden and is full of stories about history, architecture and life in Dresden.
Here is what people say about MichaeL.
"We wanted to thank you for being our informative guide through Berlin. Your historical perspective is outstanding. We learned so much. We also hope to return for a longer visit in Germany including Dresden as well as Berlin. Thank you for adding to the pleasure of our trip." Robert and Mary Jane S. form Colorado
"Just wanted to let you know that we had a wonderful time in Dresden. Michael planned a great day and was very tolerant of my "crazy" family!! He was wonderful. Jurgen did a great job driving and was prompt with picking us up at the airport and driving us back to the airport a few days later. Thank you very much for your help in all of this." Lauri L.
On behalf of our entire group I want to thank you for a memorable visit to Berlin. The small bus was very comfortable and roomy; our driver was a very friendly and helpful guy who even gave us a free tour of his native Rostock during our return to the ship. As for Michael, he is a real source of information, so much that I asked him if he was a retired teacher. He gave us a taste of Berlin and made us wish to come back for more. I will strongly recommend any future visitors of Berlin to contact you before their trip. Eliane
Dresden is only about 200 kilometers from Berlin - a two hour long drive by car. As much as I love Berlin I'll readily admit that Dresden is more beautiful than almost any other town in Germany. You should stay at least 2 days in Dresden to see the most important sights: the Old Town, Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady), Zwinger (Museum of Old Masters), the Bruehlsche Terraces, Grünes Gewölbe (Green Vault) : it will take your breath away. If there is time, take a river steam boat cruise up on the beautiful Elbe to Pillnitz Castle, visit the unique and amazing "Hygiene Museum", or enjoy the view from the roof beergarden of the Yenidze, a former tabacco warehouse.
If you consider driving down to Dresden for a day, I will arrange this for you. If you plan on spending a few nights in Dresden, I have just the person for you to show you around:
Michael Hassenkamp was born in Dresden and, as a five-year-old, saw the city burning (in 1945). Shortly thereafter his family moved to West-Germany where he grew up. He worked as a journalist, communications expert and as civil engineer. Today he enjoys retirement and divides his time between Berlin and Dresden. He has lots of favorite places in Dresden and is full of stories about history, architecture and life in Dresden.
Here is what people say about MichaeL.
"We wanted to thank you for being our informative guide through Berlin. Your historical perspective is outstanding. We learned so much. We also hope to return for a longer visit in Germany including Dresden as well as Berlin. Thank you for adding to the pleasure of our trip." Robert and Mary Jane S. form Colorado
"Just wanted to let you know that we had a wonderful time in Dresden. Michael planned a great day and was very tolerant of my "crazy" family!! He was wonderful. Jurgen did a great job driving and was prompt with picking us up at the airport and driving us back to the airport a few days later. Thank you very much for your help in all of this." Lauri L.
On behalf of our entire group I want to thank you for a memorable visit to Berlin. The small bus was very comfortable and roomy; our driver was a very friendly and helpful guy who even gave us a free tour of his native Rostock during our return to the ship. As for Michael, he is a real source of information, so much that I asked him if he was a retired teacher. He gave us a taste of Berlin and made us wish to come back for more. I will strongly recommend any future visitors of Berlin to contact you before their trip. Eliane
Other destinations near Berlin
Also ask me about other places near Berlin: Consider the Spreewald. You will love it, especially if you like to be active and would enjoy kajaking or paddling through miles and miles of hidden canals.Or visit one of the beautiful castles in Mecklenburg.
Also ask me about other places near Berlin: Consider the Spreewald. You will love it, especially if you like to be active and would enjoy kajaking or paddling through miles and miles of hidden canals.Or visit one of the beautiful castles in Mecklenburg.