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Why you're safe with the holiday experts

DERTOUR is part of the DERTOUR GmbH group of Frankfurt - one of the world's leading tour operators . We also hold our own ATOL and are members of ABTA.

We've been creating perfect tailor-made holidays to the heart of Europe for 50 years. A lot has changed in that time, but one thing that has always remained the same is our total focus on serving you in the very best way that we can. This includes ensuring your satisfaction and security. It's why DERTOUR is fully licenced with our own ATOL and is also adheres to all the rules and principles of ABTA.

ATOL is a financial protection scheme for holidaymakers travelling on an air inclusive holiday, which is managed by the Civil Aviation Authority. This protects you from losing your money or from being stranded overseas in the very unlikely event that DERTOUR should go out of business. Our Air Travel Organiser's Licence (ATOL) number is ATOL 1839.

When you buy an ATOL protected air inclusive holiday* from us, you will receive a confirmation invoice from us (or via our authorised agent through which you booked) confirming your arrangements and your protection under our ATOL.

* The air inclusive holidays we arrange are ATOL protected providing either the person who pays for the booking is present in the UK when the booking is made or the first leg of any flight or flights we arrange for you commences in the UK. For further information, visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk

ABTA was created in 1950 by 22 leading travel companies. It now represents over 5,000 travel agencies and more than 900 tour operators, right across the British Isles. ABTA helps to maintain the highest standards of trading practice for the travel industry and its customers. The ABTA logo is a sign that you can expect choice, value and high levels of service from DERTOUR.

DERTOUR is also fully committed to always try to provide an alternative holiday or route in times of disruption that is out of our control, such as in the event of volcanic ash, disruption to air travel due to heavy snowfall or an airline strike grounding aircraft.

If you have any questions about our ABTA membership or the financial protection provided under our ATOL, please don't hesitate to call us on 020 7290 1104.

The magnificent Semperoper in Dresden is a must for opera lovers The Zwinger Palace, a famous baroque masterpiece The stunning 'Hofkirche' cathedral Dresden is one of the greenest cities in Europe The ‘Golden Cavalier’ statue stands proudly in the Market Square The Brühlsche Terrasse with its Kunstakademie The nightlights in Dresden

Destinations » Germany » Dresden Travel Guide

Located on the River Elbe in Germany, Dresden is a city overflowing with culture. Steeped in tradition and historic character, Dresden boasts a great variety of attractions and magnificent architecture that shape the famous skyline.

The city has now been meticulously restored to its former glory and shines in all its Saxon splendour and Baroque beauty.

The sandstone dome of Dresden's most iconic landmark, the Frauenkirche, proudly dominates the cityscape once again. For the best views, venture over the river into the New Town (Neustadt), where you'll also be greeted by the glorious 'Golden Cavalier' statue.

A boat ride along the Dresden Elbe Valley is an idyllic way to experience a city that offers the serenity of Venice and the brilliance of Versailles. Visitors should try some local Saxon specialities in one of the many gourmet taverns or brewery houses in the Old Town.

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Find the town's main shopping areas from the main train station in the city centre via the Augustusbrücke bridge into the Neustadt quarter.

Prager Straße

Stroll through this popular shopping street which is valued for its architectural diversity and excellent possibilities for shopping. Take a break at the famous fountains or in one of the beautiful tourist gardens behind the hotels with their rich and colourful plants.

Altmarkt Gallery shopping mall

This mall is one of the most attractive shopping centres in Dresden and is located in the heart of the picturesque Old Town. Visitors can visit over 100 shops, cafés and restaurants on four levels and a sales area of 26,000sqm.

Königsstraße

Enjoy a shopping trip at Dresden's finest address, which can be found in the Baroque district around Königstrasse. The newly created shopping paradise hosts over 100 exclusive addresses for fine food and purchasing as well as galleries and sites of art, like the Artistic Summer in the Musenhof (Kunstsommer im Musenhof) in one of the finest Baroque inner courtyards.

Try delicious Saxon dishes, taste specialities from the neighbouring Bohemia or embark on a culinary journey around the world - Dresden enchants with gourmet dining with an endless variety of possibilities.

Sächsisch-Böhmisches Bierhaus "Altmarktkeller"

Enjoy local cuisine under the stylish vault of the Altmarktkeller or in the restaurant's own beer garden.

Brauhaus am Waldschlösschen

This insiders' tip offers its guests regional hearty meals as well as light Mediterranean cuisine. Enjoy delicious specialities while overlooking the city from high above the famous Elbe Valley.

Frauenkirche Church

Visit one of Europe's most beautiful churches. Destroyed during the Second World War and reopened in 2005, this church is a memorial for the war and also the key landmark of Dresden.

Semper Opera House

This world reknowned theatre belongs to the most important historical buildings of Dresden and impresses with its amazing beauty.

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