Pirna

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Pirna which includes a river or creek
Pirna
Pirna featuring street scenes
Pirna featuring street scenes
Pirna featuring a river or creek

Often used as a launching place for trips through Saxon Switzerland, this idyllic German town is steeped in tradition and centuries of history.

Visit the historic town of Pirna, in the heart of the Elbe Valley, to see its historic center, medieval homes and a restored castle towering above it. Pirna’s reputation for beauty spread across Europe long ago, with the Venetian painter Canaletto painting a collection of works of the town. Thanks to the efforts of Pirna’s proud locals, the town still looks largely the same, with period houses, immaculate cobbled streets and lush trees at every corner.

Visit St. Mary’s Church to witness its tall steeples rising high above the old town. Creating one of the most photogenic scenes in Pirna, the steeples are backdropped by the cascading hills of the River Elbe. Climb to Sonnenstein Castle, the iconic castle at the heart of the city. Straddling a rocky crag, the castle features terraced gardens and more than seven centuries of history to discover.

For more gardens, find your way to Zuschendorf Castle to explore its expansive surrounds. Walk through camellia groves and discover trees and shrubs local to the region.

The natural beauty of Pirna extends far beyond the town limits, and many visitors to the area are here for this reason. The Saxon Switzerland National Park offers unique sandstone mountains dotted with castles and mountain villages. Hike through the national park or cycle along the Saxon Wine Hiking Trail to discover local wine and produce. Pirna is located in the heart of Germany’s smallest wine region and the most northern winemaking region in Europe.

Prina can be reached from Dresden in less than half an hour by car or train. Once you arrive most attractions are within walking distance and many hiking trails begin in the town. Find accommodation in the historic old town along with restaurants, cafés and some shopping options.

Maritim Hotel & Internationales Congress Center Dresden

Maritim Hotel & Internationales Congress Center Dresden

Devreintstraße 10-12 / Ostra-Ufer 2, Dresden, SN
$91 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$104 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
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9/10 Wonderful! (883 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Maritim Hotel & Internationales Congress Center Dresden
Occidental Dresden Newa

Occidental Dresden Newa

Prager Straße 2c, Dresden, SN
$70 nightly
The price is $80 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$80 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total with taxes and fees
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8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"friendly, polite and good breakfast buffet"

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ibis Dresden Zentrum

ibis Dresden Zentrum

3 out of 5
Prager Strasse 5, Dresden, SN
$59 nightly
The price is $66 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$66 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Dresden. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Very convenient location, right at the centre close to parking spots (of the hotel and other parking providers), with the added benefit of bicycle storage space behind the hotel. The staff is polite and the overall stay has added to our positive experience in Dresden. The breakfast buffet has got ..."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

ibis Dresden Zentrum
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Apartment Parsifal, Apartments Lohengrin

Apartment Parsifal, Apartments Lohengrin

Pirna
Stay at this apartment in Pirna. Enjoy free WiFi, balconies, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Richard Wagner Museum and St. Mary´s Church ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
Alles top... sehr unkompliziert, netter Vermieter
"Wir haben uns wohl gefühlt und waren sehr zufrieden. Vermieter sehr freundlich und Check in und out total unkompliziert."

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

Apartment Parsifal, Apartments Lohengrin
Cozy vacation home with an outdoor pool in a peaceful location by the forest

Cozy vacation home with an outdoor pool in a peaceful location by the forest

Pirna
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Pirna. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions DDR-Museum ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
"Wir haben spontan einen Kurzurlaub in der Region gebucht und sind dann auf dieses kleine aber schöne haus aufmerksam geworden. Hat auch spontan geklappt und wir wurden herzlich empfangen. Unsere zwei Jungs haben sich auch sehr wohl gefühlt und den tollen Pool gleich in Beschlag genommen. Alles in ..."

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2025

Cozy vacation home with an outdoor pool in a peaceful location by the forest
Renovated historic house near Saxon Switzerland

Renovated historic house near Saxon Switzerland

Pirna
Stay at this vacation home in Pirna. Enjoy free WiFi, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions DDR-Museum Pirna and Geibeltbad ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews)
"Wir haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt. Wohnung ist gemütlich eingerichtet, es ist alles da was man braucht. Vermieter sind super nett, gerne wieder, lg fam. Nagel"

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Renovated historic house near Saxon Switzerland
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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