Dresdens schönste Einkaufsstraße direkt am Goldenen Reiter

The Hauptstraße is one of the most important pedestrian areas in the inner city of Dresden, located on the new town side of the Elbe. Traditionally it is an important shopping area for the citizens of Dresden as well as tourists. However, it is also possible to experience a real feel for history along the Hauptstraße.

THE GOLDEN HORSEMAN

It displays Friedrich August I, also known as August the Strong, who was the Elector of Saxony and King of Poland. The Golden Horseman was erected in 1736, just three and a half years after the death of August the Strong. He himself had prompted the construction of the golden equestrian statue. The monument is gold leafed and displays Friedrich August in Roman armor riding towards his kingdom, Poland. August the Strong died during battle in Poland, his heart is located in the crypt of the Wettins under the cathedral of Dresden. It took over one year, including a new gold leafing, to restore the Golden Horseman to its former glory.

THE DREIKÖNIGSKIRCHE CHURCH

The evangelic parish church in the inner new town was officially mentioned for the first time in 1421 and is one of the most dominant pieces of architecture in the new town of Dresden.
After a huge fire within the city in 1685 it was rebuilt, but already in 1732 it had to be demolished on behalf of August the Strong, because the church was in the way of the plans for the new baroque Hauptstraße.
It was reconstructed at its present location by two well-known architects, George Bähr and Johann G. Fehre, according to plans from Pöppelmann. However, the Dreikönigskirche church did not receive its over 80 meter high tower until 1854.
The church became a victim of the war in February 1945 and was completely destroyed by fire. Reconstruction took place until 1990 and since 1999 the 87.5 meter high tower can again be ascended. A visit to the church is worthwhile, especially because of the altar which is a must for all of those who have an interest in history.
Nowadays, the Dreikönigskirche church is being used in its original function, as a house of God, as well as being a place for exhibits and concerts.

BAROQUE BUILDINGS & ARTS AND CRAFTS ARCADES

In the heart of Dresden’s Hauptstraße, no. 9 – 19, the largest closed baroque ensemble of Saxony can be found, where once the famous painter Kügelgen lived. The originally restored 18th century bourgeois houses create the beautiful scenery of Dresden’s arts and crafts arcades, which celebrated their opening in October 2002.

In numerous shops, distributed over six arcades, craftspeople practice traditional Saxon handicraft. Many small shops have public viewing areas for their workshops where the diversity of the handicrafts from production to sales can be experienced.

The arcades are an artwork within themselves. During the course of reconstruction the inner court yards and alleyways have been made open to the public. Diverse decorations, gold lettering, ornamentation and cartouches were reconstructed to their original forms and create a fascinating combination between architecture as well as arts and crafts.

[more: www.http://www.kunsthandwerkerpassagen.de]

MARKET HALL

It suits Dresden that its 100 year old market hall was not only built practically but also especially beautiful – flooded with light, wrought-iron railings, artfully decorated iron staircases and impressive Art Nouveau lanterns. In 1999, after extensive reconstruction work, with love to detail, the 1899 constructed new town market hall returned to its former glory. It offers, throughout four floors, a fascinating mixture of traditional architecture and a modern shopping experience and is considered one of the most beautiful market halls in Germany due to its romantic arches.

Visitors can expect not only a variety of small shops where friendly merchants offer daily fresh goods and numerous delicacies, but also: an automobile museum about the history of automobiles after the Second World War and of the former GDR, a fresh produce market and a studio for health-conscious fitness training. The original flair of the market hall has not been lost and is strongly influenced by the traditional wine and cheese cellar, fresh regional produce, freshly baked goods, excellent meats and sausages as well as numerous other regional delicacies, such as the tea shop with its 300 sorts of tea, delicacies from the Spreewald region, porcelains and ceramics, wood and wicker crafts, cafés and traditional Saxon cuisine.

[more: www.markthalle-dresden.de]

EXPERIENCE AND DISCOVER

Experience on the Hauptstraße the peace and quiet under the green oasis of the sycamore trees, the various shops and a part of Dresden’s history.
Discover the living and working quarters of the famous painter Kügelgen in the Kügelgenhaus in the arts and crafts arcades or get close to Friedrich Schiller at his monument on Albertplatz. Take a walk passed numerous sandstone figures and fountains or spoil yourself with a visit to one of the restaurants and cafés on the Hauptstraße.





	The Hauptstraße is one of the most important pedestrian areas in the inner city of Dresden, located on the new town side of the Elbe. Traditionally it is an important shopping area for the citizens of Dresden as well as tourists. However, it is also possible to experience a real feel for history along the Hauptstraße. *THE GOLDEN HORSEMAN* It displays Friedrich August I, also known as August the Strong, who was the Elector of Saxony and King of Poland. The Golden Horseman was erected in 1736, just three and a half years after the death of August the Strong. He himself had prompted the construction of the golden equestrian statue. The monument is gold leafed and displays Friedrich August in Roman armor riding towards his kingdom, Poland. August the Strong died during battle in Poland, his heart is located in the crypt of the Wettins under the cathedral of Dresden. It took over one year, including a new gold leafing, to restore the Golden Horseman to its former glory. *THE DREIKÖNIGSKIRCHE CHURCH* The evangelic parish church in the inner new town was officially mentioned for the first time in 1421 and is one of the most dominant pieces of architecture in the new town of Dresden. After a huge fire within the city in 1685 it was rebuilt, but already in 1732 it had to be demolished on behalf of August the Strong, because the church was in the way of the plans for the new baroque Hauptstraße. It was reconstructed at its present location by two well-known architects, George Bähr and Johann G. Fehre, according to plans from Pöppelmann. However, the Dreikönigskirche church did not receive its over 80 meter high tower until 1854. The church became a victim of the war in February 1945 and was completely destroyed by fire. Reconstruction took place until 1990 and since 1999 the 87.5 meter high tower can again be ascended. A visit to the church is worthwhile, especially because of the altar which is a must for all of those who have an interest in history. Nowadays, the Dreikönigskirche church is being used in its original function, as a house of God, as well as being a place for exhibits and concerts. *BAROQUE BUILDINGS & ARTS AND CRAFTS ARCADES* In the heart of Dresden’s Hauptstraße, no. 9 – 19, the largest closed baroque ensemble of Saxony can be found, where once the famous painter Kügelgen lived. The originally restored 18th century bourgeois houses create the beautiful scenery of Dresden’s arts and crafts arcades, which celebrated their opening in October 2002. In numerous shops, distributed over six arcades, craftspeople practice traditional Saxon handicraft. Many small shops have public viewing areas for their workshops where the diversity of the handicrafts from production to sales can be experienced. The arcades are an artwork within themselves. During the course of reconstruction the inner court yards and alleyways have been made open to the public. Diverse decorations, gold lettering, ornamentation and cartouches were reconstructed to their original forms and create a fascinating combination between architecture as well as arts and crafts. [more: www.http://www.kunsthandwerkerpassagen.de] MARKET HALL It suits Dresden that its 100 year old market hall was not only built practically but also especially beautiful – flooded with light, wrought-iron railings, artfully decorated iron staircases and impressive Art Nouveau lanterns. In 1999, after extensive reconstruction work, with love to detail, the 1899 constructed new town market hall returned to its former glory. It offers, throughout four floors, a fascinating mixture of traditional architecture and a modern shopping experience and is considered one of the most beautiful market halls in Germany due to its romantic arches. Visitors can expect not only a variety of small shops where friendly merchants offer daily fresh goods and numerous delicacies, but also: an automobile museum about the history of automobiles after the Second World War and of the former GDR, a fresh produce market and a studio for health-conscious fitness training. The original flair of the market hall has not been lost and is strongly influenced by the traditional wine and cheese cellar, fresh regional produce, freshly baked goods, excellent meats and sausages as well as numerous other regional delicacies, such as the tea shop with its 300 sorts of tea, delicacies from the Spreewald region, porcelains and ceramics, wood and wicker crafts, cafés and traditional Saxon cuisine. [more: www.markthalle-dresden.de] *EXPERIENCE AND DISCOVER* Experience on the Hauptstraße the peace and quiet under the green oasis of the sycamore trees, the various shops and a part of Dresden’s history. Discover the living and working quarters of the famous painter Kügelgen in the Kügelgenhaus in the arts and crafts arcades or get close to Friedrich Schiller at his monument on Albertplatz. Take a walk passed numerous sandstone figures and fountains or spoil yourself with a visit to one of the restaurants and cafés on the Hauptstraße.
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