Saxony's Tourism Sector Is Optimistic About the Summer Vacation

As the summer vacation gets underway, Saxony’s tourism businesses are looking forward to welcoming many guests. The State Tourism Association reports that the booking situation for the summer season is good overall. “At the same time, there is still availability in many places for anyone who decides on the spur of the moment to take a vacation in the Free State.” 

Start of Summer Vacation in Numerous Federal States

Summer vacation begins this weekend not only in Saxony. In Saxony-Anhalt, Thuringia, and Schleswig-Holstein, the school year also ends on Friday (July 3). Lower Saxony and Bremen already had their last day of school on Wednesday, and summer vacation has already begun in Hesse, Saarland, and Rhineland-Palatinate as well. Brandenburg, Berlin, and Hamburg will follow on Thursday of next week (July 9).

According to the tourism industry, family-friendly activities, active outdoor experiences, cultural highlights, and open-air events are particularly in demand. Since many guests are planning their trips at the last minute, further bookings are expected in the coming weeks. 

Tourism is an important economic factor that creates jobs and keeps rural regions in particular vibrant, attractive, and livable, emphasizes Minister of Culture and Tourism Barbara Klepsch (CDU). It’s about recharging your batteries with family and friends, discovering special places, and creating unforgettable memories. “Saxony is an ideal destination for this.”

Excursion tips for vacationers and those staying at home

A selection of vacation and outing tips is available online from the Tourism Marketing Association. “The range extends from child-friendly city tours and museum visits to experiences at castles and palaces as well as in nature, all the way to attractions in leisure and adventure parks and excursions to the summer retreats in the low mountain ranges,” explains Managing Director Veronika Hiebl.