With its historically outstanding cities, Saxony is divided into several scenically different vacation regions. Every one of them is steeped in a history which is stamped by arts and crafts, mining, Gothic and Baroque architecture.
The "Sächsische Schweiz" was made a national park in 1992, basically to retain its originality but also to make it more accessible to visitors. The region is a miniature version of the Grand Canyon with bizarre cliff formations, plunging gorges, steep peaks of stunning beauty. The Erz Mountains, bordering the Czech Republic, is Europe's biggest self-contained cultural area and a much-favored vacation spot.
Around the porcelain city of Meissen and Schloss Moritzberg lies the wonderful Saxonian Elbland with natural river meadows and vineyards. The region is characterized by the Saxonian Wine Route, natural parks and nature reserves. More than 30 spas, many golf courses, riding centers, angling opportunities etc. round off the leisure range.
Vogtland, lying between Bohemia, Bavaria and Thuringia, is an idyllic hilly area where snow falls early, making it a Mecca for winter sports fans and active family vacationers. Crossed by the White Elster, with numerous lakes and ponds, the region is also great for watersports enthusiasts during the warmer months.
