The inner courtyard of the famous Dresden Zwinger, one of the Elbe city's tourist hotspots, is to be restored to its former beauty by the end of August. The refurbishment is in its final phase and most of it has been completed, said a spokesperson for the Saxon State Real Estate and Construction Management (SIB). Two of the four fountains have been renewed, the underground media construction has been completed and a new access ramp to the inner courtyard has been built.
The lawn and paths in the western half have been restored and larger areas have already been cleared. "Almost half of the western courtyard is accessible," said the SIB spokesperson. Manhole covers still have to be installed at the crown gate and the temporary surfaces replaced with sandstone surfaces. "Landscaping work is currently underway in the eastern half of the courtyard." The approved total construction costs currently stand at around 15.4 million euros.
