After more than four and a half years, the renovation work in the inner courtyard of the famous Dresden Zwinger is officially complete. The baroque garden ensemble is now once again open to visitors in its entirety.
The Zwinger, which was inaugurated in 1719, is one of the most important Baroque buildings. With up to five million visitors a year, it is one of the most famous sights in Dresden. In addition to the courtyard ensemble, it houses renowned museums such as the Old Masters Picture Gallery and the porcelain collection. The entire ensemble covers an area of 100,000 square meters. The inner courtyard alone measures 15,500 square meters - the equivalent of two soccer pitches.
The result of the renovation work is impressive, said Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer (CDU) at the reopening ceremony. It speaks for the craftsmanship and the claim to both preserve the heritage of the ancestors and to move into the future with clever strength.
