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Evening

Golden Hour at the Fürstenzug

Catch the last light of day on the world’s largest porcelain painting, then head into the city for dinner and a drink.

Best time: 15 JanuaryAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 14:56

    Italienisches Dörfchen

    Grab a slice of cake at the Italienisches Dörfchen. This baroque pavilion offers a stylish setting to start your evening. The prices are higher than elsewhere, but the atmosphere is worth it.

  2. 15:41

    Fürstenzug

    Walk 4 minutes from the pavilion to the Fürstenzug. This massive porcelain painting depicts Saxon princes and kings. Arrive just in time to see the golden light fade as the sun sets toward the WSW.

  3. 16:56

    Watzke Brauereiausschank am Goldenen Reiter

    Head to Watzke Brauereiausschank am Goldenen Reiter for dinner. This regional restaurant serves fantastic Saxon cuisine and their own-brew beer. It is a great place to taste local flavors.

  4. 17:56

    Augustiner an der Frauenkirche

    End the night at Augustiner an der Frauenkirche. This German restaurant serves Bavarian and Saxon food with beer from a famous Munich brewery. It stays open late, making it a perfect spot for a final drink.

Local tip

The Italienisches Dörfchen is one of the most stylish places in town. Go for the cakes before the sunset view.

Check before you go

  • Watzke Brauereiausschank am Goldenen Reiter is open Mo-Su 11:00-23:00 (until 24:00 on Fri and Sat).
  • Augustiner an der Frauenkirche is open Mo-Su 11:00-24:00.

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