Meissen Porcelain

MEISSEN, Europe’s oldest porcelain manufactory with the oldest registered trademark, has a wealth of patterns stretching back more than 300 years to draw upon when creating and meticulously crafting new designs. You can witness world-famous Meissen porcelain being made in the demonstration section of our House-of-Meissen theme world and, in its Museum, learn all about our history as well as being given a unique rundown of the overall development of Meissen porcelain. Our stores will give you plenty of inspiration on what to select from MEISSEN’s largest product range and there’s always the enticing option of rounding your visit off with culinary delights from the Meissen café and restaurant.

Would you like to discover the whole city with all its famous sights? The Munich City PASS is your all-inclusive ticket to the top attractions in Munich! Save money as everything is included in one price. It offers you free admission to more than 45 activities and attractions like the famous Alte Pinakothek (art museum), Residence museum, Nymphenburg Palace, Deutsche museum and take a ride on a hop on hop off bus tour. Enjoy one of our included walking tour to discover Munich like local and get all insides about this city. Get to know Castel Neuschwanstein with 20 % discount on the guided tour. Take the change to disover attractions like the FC Bayern adventure world, Bavaria film studios and SEA LIFE. You decide what fits best to your plans and choose between 1 until a 5 days pass. Book your public transportation ticket for inner or entire area optional to your City Pass.

Gain some captivating impressions by joining us on a tour of discovery through the Manufactory’s production sites that will allow you to experience the cultural asset that is Meissen porcelain in a particularly intense way.

Meissen boasts of one of the best preserved old towns in Germany. Dresden was once called the German Florence, the old Baroque town was beautifully restored and the city is once again one of the most beautiful ones in Germany. If you want to see just one of the cities, that's of course possible also. Just let us know!

There are many mysterious concepts in the world of fine porcelain and lead crystal. I'll help you decipher some of them and what they cover such as: painted under glaze, painted over glaze, matted, hand painted, polished, engraved…. and whatever else you're curious about. What are the characteristics of Meissen, Herendi, Wedgewood, Zsolnay, Hermes porcelain? How can you recognise them from a distance? Baccarat, St Louis, Wedgewood, Ajka, Varga Art … what makes a few grams of leaded glass precious? What is the dishwasher mist that appears on crystal glasses after washing and how can it be removed? Is it true that with a foam spray you can wash a whole lead crystal chandelier? I look forward to answering these and similar questions, which I can show you in my gallery, where I have several illustrative tools.

Visit the first Porcelain Manufactory in Europe at Meissen on your private door-to-door trip to Berlin. Discover the craftsmanship behind the production of this world-famous porcelain. You can get through 300 years of porcelain history and see really breathtaking works of art from the past and present. There are daily audio-guided tours available in 14 languages. • Hotel Pick Up and Drop Off – comfortable, fast & safe • English-speaking driver who takes care of your luggage • Choose the best pick up time for you and travel easily

Experience the ultimate convenience with our exclusive private scenic transfer service! Say goodbye to the hassles of public transport and heavy luggage handling. We've got you covered with our fleet of comfortable vehicles and expert local English-speaking drivers. During your journey, you have the option to make a stop at one of the sightseeing places for a 2-hour exploration. Our fleet includes various vehicle options to suit your needs: Comfortable sedan (1-3 pax) with space for up to 3 suitcases and cabin luggage. Family MPV (4 pax) accommodating up to 4 suitcases and cabin luggage. Large VAN (5-7 pax) with room for up to 7 suitcases and cabin luggage. Large VAN + sedan (8-10 pax) or 2x large VAN (11-14 pax) for larger groups. It's important to note that our drivers are not professional tour guides but are knowledgeable about the local area. They can provide insights into local culture and help you discover hidden gems during your journey.

Visit the first Porcelain Manufactory in Europe at Meissen on your private door-to-door trip to Prague. Discover the craftsmanship behind the production of this world-famous porcelain. You can get through 300 years of porcelain history and see really breathtaking works of art from the past and present. There are daily audio-guided tours available in 14 languages. • Hotel Pick Up and Drop Off – comfortable, fast & safe • English-speaking driver who takes care of your luggage • Choose the best pick up time for you and travel easily

Embark on a relaxing holiday taxi experience with your private driver, an expert long-distance driver, immersing yourself in breathtaking vistas, cultural treasures, and natural wonders. This journey promises unforgettable moments as you explore the world during your exclusive and easy-going holiday taxi transfer.

Meeting point: Adlerturm, the Eagle Tower next to the river or Meeting Point at hotel possible if central, without extra charge Duration: 2h Maximum 25 participants per Guide You will see: • Eagle Tower • Old Town • Market Square • Catholic Parish Church of Saint James • Klunkhards Estate • Brömserburg Castle • Wine Museum • Boosenburg tower • Brömserhof • Mechanical Music Cabinet You will learn about: • History of the city • Wine-making tradition • History of medieval fortresses • Witch-hunting in Middle Ages • History and meaning of Niederwald Monument  

Meissen is a town of approximately about 15 miles (25 km) northwest of Dresden on both banks of the Elbe river in the Free State of Saxony. Meissen is the home of Meissen porcelain, the Albrechtsburg castle, the Gothic Meissen Cathedral and the Meissen Frauenkirche.The Grosse Kreisstadt (English: "major district town") is the capital of the Meissen district. Experience the unique opportunity to enjoy the special atmosphere during the Meißen Advent season. It takes 3 hours by car from Prague to reach Meissen. We spend two hours there.If you like Christmas, you will love Dresden! 11 completely different Christmas markets lie right at your feet: from the very traditional to the merry medieval to the apres-ski charm of the Huttenzauber – you will find it all. Mmmh, can´t you already smell the enticing aroma of baked apples. Takes 30-minute drive from Meissen to Dresden. We have four hours in Dresden for all. The tour takes twelve hours and is provided by car or minivan.

This tour is provided by A/C private car or minivan. It takes 12 hours. I and the professional driver will pick you up at 7 am in a lobby of the hotel you are staying in. It takes 1.5 hours to reach Meissen town from Prague by car. It takes 30 minutes to get to Moritzburg Castle from Meissen town by car. Bottled water will be available in the car for you free of charge. If you feel hungry we have lunch in a local restaurant in a centre of town. Lunch is not included in the tour price (cca 25 EUR per person). Minimum number of people for booking is 2 persons. Maximum is 6 persons.

We are offering to your attention to the tour off the beaten track – visit Meissen – the city of history, wine, porcelain and music, and Moritzburg, served as a hunting lodge to Saxony's Elector Frederick Augustus I in the 18th century. The oldest European porcelain with a private guide for sure deserves your attention.

Dresden is the capital of the German state of Saxony. It was the heart of the Wettin monarchy – a bastion of culture and architectural splendor in the north-east of Germany. The city also became notorious during the Second World War as the victim of savage Allied fire-bombing raids in February of 1945, which effectively wiped the city centre off the map. This 9-hour excursion drives you from Berlin to Dresden and back, and includes a tour of the city centre and free time for you to explore on your own. You will be met by your guide and your driver at your hotel in Berlin and then taken from Berlin to Dresden (circa 2.5 hours). Your guide will provide a commentary of any sites of significance you pass, and also background information to prepare you for your visit to the Saxon capital. When you reach Dresden you will be led on a walking tour of the city centre. You will have some time to explore more of Dresden on your own before finally, you will be taken back to Berlin.

This one-week-tour offers you an unique opportunity to discover the fascinating cultural triangle of 3 different European provinces: Silesia, Saxony and Bohemia. During this time you will, you will not only explore the remarkable heritage of polish Wroclaw, german Dresden – the pearl of European baroque, reborn from the ashes, and the Czech Prague with eventful history, precious architecture and delicious beer, but also enjoy less known but equally beautiful places. In Poland they are Swidnica with the spectacular largest wooden church in Europe and Boleslawiec with unique Polish pottery production. In Germany the city of Meissen with the first porcelain manufacture in the old continent and stunning Königstein Fortress surrounded by the magical landscapes of Swiss Saxony. In Czechia Kutna Hora, a former silver mining center and the macabre Sedlec Ossuary, a chapel decorated by 40 000 human bones. This makes it a great option for an unforgettable week in Central Europe.

Discover all highlights of Mazovia province in one day: Chopin’s birthplace, magnificent residences of the Polish aristocracy and colorful folklore of Mazovia! Visit Zelazowa Wola – the birthplace of Frédéric Chopin and follow in the footsteps of a great pianist and a world renown composer!. Find out what Chopin had in his ear when he saw the Mazovian landscape. Admire the most magnificent residence of the of the Polish aristocracy – the Palace Nieborów. Learn more about the fascinating and the turbulent fate of the most powerful family in Poland. Marvel at splendidly furnished rooms, valuable art and books collections, English and Meissen porcelain and ceramics from the local majolica factory in Nieborów Palace. Take a stroll in a French garden. Try out the specialties of Mazovian cuisine in a regional restaurant. Admire the colorful folklore of Mazovia region. Come with us on this cultural discovery tour.