Moritzburg Castle is a baroque gem near Dresden, surrounded by water and a witness to Saxon history and splendour.
Moritzburg Castle in the town of the same name, about 15 km from Dresden, rises majestically on an artificial island. Originally built as a hunting lodge in the 16th century, it was converted into a magnificent Baroque palace by Augustus the Strong in the 18th century. The four distinctive round towers and the gold-decorated architecture bear witness to its historical significance and opulent past.
Inside, the castle houses an impressive collection of deer antlers, works of art and furniture. Nearby is the rococo-style Pheasant Castle, surrounded by picturesque gardens.
Moritzburg is also known to film buffs as the location of the fairytale film "Three Hazelnuts for Cinderella".
Inside, the castle houses an impressive collection of deer antlers, works of art and furniture. Nearby is the rococo-style Pheasant Castle, surrounded by picturesque gardens.
Moritzburg is also known to film buffs as the location of the fairytale film "Three Hazelnuts for Cinderella".
