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Are you a fan of the Stollen 🙂? Only original when made in #Dresden by a range of officially approved bakers. From kneading to finished product - it's proper craft and so great to see how the tradition is maintained from generation to generation. Images: Daniel James Clarke

Ever heard of "Schwibbogen"? These beautiful decorative candle-holders are made in #Saxony's Ore Mountains, together with many other traditional wooden #Christmas decorations. Quite atmospheric, isn't it 🙂

It's not just a favourite in summer: #Thuringia's "mountain railway" in the Thuringian Highlands is a delightful way to explore this beautiful region. Are you ready to get on board 🙂?

What a wonderfully colourful affair: Here's the Christmas market in #Jena. We're making an assumption that you don't know Thuringia's second biggest city yet but it's worthwhile exploring - also when not in its lovely festive appearance 🙂

Plan a visit to Dresden, Germany 🇩🇪 large, lively and exuberant! 👉🏼 heatheronhertravels.com/things-to-do-i… 🎭 Explore the Neustadt (New Town) side of the river, which is still pretty old but has a more arty and creative vibe. @Culturalgermany #CulturalHeartofGermany #SaxonyTourism

It's that time of the year again! Here's a little video advent calendar from #Saxony: Day by day, discover something special about the region, including stories of nutcrackers, angels, dinosaurs, a dachshund and more! Happy door opening 🙂bit.ly/3P6dgS5

Here's a great Germany postcard from UK travel bloggers Brock & Betty - outdoor adventures in #Saxony and #Thuringia, including Saxon Switzerland National Park, Hainich National Park and more Tune in here, bit.ly/3OMujIr

Stunning view from Romantik Hotel auf der Wartburg nestled below Wartburg Castle 🏰 👉🏽 heatheronhertravels.com/wartburg-castl… Enjoy the sweeping views over the Thuringian Forest and the town of Eisenach below. #Culturalheartofgermany #VisitThuringia @CulturalGermany @thueringen_ttg

Opening today: #Erfurt's wonderful Christmas market, back after its Covid-induced breaks. And there might be snowy scenes as there's already been a bit of snow in the region. But whatever the weather, the stunning backdrop on the city's Cathedral Square is always a winner!

Christmas markets are upon us! To get you in the mood, some festive perspectives from #Dresden, #Görlitz and #Leipzig. Images: S. Rose Fotografie

Are you into #Christmas decorations? The Thuringian town of Lauscha is the birthplace of delicate hand-blown glass tree decorations. The first workshop was established in the late 16th century and today, Christmas decorations are still produced in the traditional manner.

🇩🇪 These seats outside the medieval houses in Erfurt are made to watch the world go by - Read more about all the fun things to do in Erfurt #Thuringia #Germany 👉heatheronhertravels.com/12-fun-things-… @CulturalGermany @thueringen_ttg #CulturalHeartofGermany #VisitThuringia #VisitGermany

#travelwriters, join the livestream of the next edition of SIGHTGEIST– THE SAXONY MAGAZINE for mountain bike tours in the Ore Mountains, dos & don'ts of Dresden's Christmas stollen & more. 2 Nov, 1 pm. Register: sightgeistmagazine@gmail.com Preview here bit.ly/3SoIjbG

How would you like discovering a new castle? Augustusburg Castle, splendidly located in the #OreMountains, was built in the 16th century as a hunting lodge and pleasure palace. A true Renaissance beauty, ready to be conquered by you 🙂 #Saxony

Fun fact: the stunning bell-shaped dome of #Dresden's Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady) weighs 12,000 tons. Irrespective of that, it's just glorious to look at 🙂 And there's a great viewing platform for you to conquer! #culturalheartofgermany #visitsaxony

This is what a first row seat in the #OreMountains looks like 🙂And even if you're less daring (like us!) there are great views all round without being quite as close to the edge ... #culturalheartofgermany #saxony #greatoutdoors

Some of #Thuringia's best bits? Sure, take a quick 35 sec tour, featuring #Erfurt, #Weimar, #Gotha, and some sausages 🙂

Pottery, watches, instruments, unique wooden #Christmas decorations and more - unique handicrafts are still very much alive in Saxony and Thuringia. See them here and discover some off-the-beaten track destinations at the same time, bit.ly/2HbtQ1j

Plan a visit to Dresden, Germany 🇩🇪 large, lively and exuberant! 👉🏼 heatheronhertravels.com/things-to-do-i… 🍫 Stop at Camondas chocolate shop for chocolate ice cream on a stick  @Culturalgermany #CulturalHeartofGermany #SaxonyTourism

Visit Eisenach below Wartburg Castle 🏰 which was the Medieval capital of Thuringia 👉🏽 heatheronhertravels.com/wartburg-castl… See is the Church of St George ⛪which dates back to the 12th century. #Culturalheartofgermany #VisitThuringia @CulturalGermany @thueringen_ttg