About
Saxony is a state in eastern Germany, and it is a region where a visitor can find both a long cultural heritage and a more recent chapter of European history. Its two best-known cities, Dresden and Leipzig, anchor a visit, and the state as a whole rewards those who are willing to travel beyond them.
What the state offers
- Dresden, the state capital, is known for its historic centre and its cultural life, and it is a natural starting point for any trip to the region.
- Leipzig is a city with a rich cultural heritage and a lively atmosphere, well suited to visitors interested in music, arts and history.
- The wider state brings together historic towns and countryside, so a visit can move easily between city streets and quieter landscapes.
History and the 1989 revolution
Saxony played a significant role in the peaceful revolution of 1989, when large public demonstrations helped bring about the changes that reshaped Germany. For visitors interested in recent history, the state offers a sense of how ordinary people in its cities took part in those events, and it adds a meaningful dimension to a trip through its towns.
Saxony suits travellers who enjoy cultural sights, city walks and a region with layers of history. Plan a few days to see Dresden and Leipzig, and allow time to explore the smaller places between them.
