Bismarcksäule
A 23-meter-high observation tower in Dresden-Räcknitz, originally built as a fire column in 1906 and extensively renovated in 2008 to include a viewing platform.

📜 23-meter-high Bismarck monument in Dresden-Räcknitz, originally a fire column, now an observation tower.
🔍 Built 1905-1906, designed by Wilhelm Kreis, extensively renovated in 2008.

Why Go

👀 Panoramic views of Elbe valley, Saxon Switzerland, and Eastern Ore Mountains.
🏛️ Explore a historical Bismarck monument with unique "Götterdämmerung" architecture.
🚶 Ascend 158 steps to the viewing platform.
✨ Enjoy regular guided stargazing events.

Why Avoid

🚫 Closed annually from January 2nd to February 28th.
🗓️ Closed on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.

Cost

💰 Admission is free, donations are requested.

Hours

🕒 Open Thursday to Sunday and public holidays, 10 AM to 6 PM, from March 1st to January 1st.

🅿️ Parking

🚌 Closest bus stop is "Stadtgutstraße", "Ludwig-Renn-Allee" 400m, "Südhöhe" 700m.
🚶 15-minute walk from "Räcknitzhöhe" tram/bus stop.