TIMETABLE 2 01 9 Where steam engines meet sandstone. 1 Experience boat travel Established 1836! Dear Guests, Steamboat 90 years Leipzig With its nine historical paddle steamers, the Sächsische Dampfschif- Put into service: 11.05.1929 fahrt is the oldest and largest steamboat fleet in the world. In excep- tional manner and depth, this service combines riverside experience, Steamboat Dresden technical fascination and culinary delight. While you are amazed by Put into service: 02.07.1926 the incomparable Elbe landscape with the imposing rock formations in Saxon Switzerland, the impressive buildings of Dresden and Meissen, Steamboat Pillnitz and the delightful wine region between Radebeul and Diesbar-Seusslitz Put into service: 16.05.1886 you can also enjoy regional and seasonal food and beverages. Whether travelling with the lovingly restored paddle steamers or with the air- Steamboat Meissen conditioned salon ships, lean back and enjoy the breathtaking views. Put into service: 17.05.1885 We would like to impress you with our comprehensive offer of expe- riences and hope to continually surprise you. With this I would like to Steamboat 140 wish you an all-encompassing, relaxing trip on board. years Stadt Wehlen Put into service: 18.05.1879 Yours, Karin Hildebrand Steamboat Pirna Put into service: 22.05.1898 Steamboat Kurort Rathen contents Put into service: 02.05.1896 En route in Dresden city area 4 Steamboat Our special event trips 8 Krippen Put into service: 05.06.1892 Winter and Christmas Cruises 22 En route in and around Meissen 26 Steamboat En route in Saxon Switzerland 28 Diesbar Put into service: 15.05.1884 Our KombiTickets 32 Dresden’s “Terrassenufer” under steam 40 Motor ship 25 Anniversary ships 42 years August der Starke put into service: 19.05.1994 Historic Calendar 44 Souvenirs & Co. 46 Motor ship 25 Good to know 48 years Gräfin Cosel put into service: 27.06.1994 Fares & Our regular services 50 3 En route in Dresden city area Canaletto Cruise River Sightseeing Cruise This one hour steamer trip of Dresden is most entertaining. From Our trip starts from the Terrassenufer in Dresden's old town and the ship you will view the historical old town of Dresden. After continues upriver to the renowned Loschwitz Bridge, called the shortly travelling upriver, we change course for Dresden-Übigau. „Blue Wonder“ in Blasewitz. On the trip you will experience Dresden After turning you will catch sight of the world-renowned Canaletto and its impressive scenery from on board. You will be fascinated by View. From the Semper Opera House, to the Cathedral, to the Bru- the historical old town, the Elbe bridges, the romantic castles, wine ehl Terrace, as far as the Church of Our Lady, you can experience hills and impressive villas along the Elbe. NEW! In Blasewitz you can the appeal and radiance of Dresden's silhouette. disembark for a time to get to know this beautiful district better. Period Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Due to the length of this trip (ca. 1.5 hrs), it is especially suitable for families with children. Route Dresden city area, 1 hr Service Boat trip, live moderation, Steamer guarantee Period Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Price 18,50 € 11,00 € Route Dresden – Blasewitz – Dresden, 1 hr 35 min Price acc. fares (page 50) STEAMERGUARANTEE Tip Tip: Take advantage of our KombiTicket „Off and Away“ for a tour to the viewing platform at the top of the dome of the Evening Cruise "Church of Our Lady". (page 36) Look forward to a romantic trip in the evening. While we travel upriver to Pillnitz, experience the puffing of the steam engines and enjoy the quiet and relaxed atmosphere on board. In the districts of Blasewitz and Pillnitz you can board or disembark. On your return you will have a unique view of Dresden, bathed in the soft glow of Buy tickets the evening light. ...wherever and whenever you want! Period Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Route Dresden – Blasewitz – Pillnitz – Blasewitz – Dresden, 3 hrs Price acc. fares (page 50) saechsische-dampfschiffahrt.de Tip Take advantage of our KombiTicket „Night Owls - on water and land!“. (page 38) 5 En route in Dresden city area Palace Tour In our main season we depart from the Terrassenufer in Dresden old town to Pillnitz three times daily. From a distance after leaving the old town, you will already see the three historical Elbe castles - „Albrechtsberg Castle“, „Lingner Castle“ and „Eckberg Castle“, which Evening Palace Tour were built within 11 years from 1850 onwards on the grounds of a with Dixie-Swing vineyard. Today they hold festive function rooms, restaurants and a hotel. Then we approach the fourth most well-known castle Pill- Come on board and experience, dance or relax to the live Dixie nitz Castle. It is said to be one of the most important chinoise castle sounds. You depart from the old town of Dresden at the Terras- grounds in Europe. In former times the castle and park grounds senufer, then on to Blasewitz - a beautiful villa district of Dresden. were the summer residence of the Saxon kings, including „August After a short stop, you continue past the banks of the Elbe to Pill- the Strong“. A visit to this unusual location with its imposing park, nitz Castle, the former summer residence of Saxon kings, returning the museum of applied arts, the orangery and many palaces is al- again after a short stop in Pillnitz to the Terrassenufer. We charge ways worthwhile. Combine your trip with a visit. During the trip, a small additional fee of 5.00 € per person for the musical accom- you will be informed about further sights on route. paniment. You will find everything for your culinary well-being in our menus on board! Period Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Period Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Route Dresden – Blasewitz – Pillnitz – Blasewitz – Dresden, 3 hrs 10 min Route Dresden – Blasewitz – Pillnitz – Blasewitz – Dresden, 7 - 10 p.m. Price acc. fares (page 50) Service Boat trip (3 hrs), band Tip Take advantage of our KombiTicket „Elbe Water and Garden Art“ for a visit to the wonderful castle and park Pillnitz. (page 37) Price acc. fares (page 50) 7 Our special event trips Dixieland Festival Package During the evening ships' parade for the Dixieland festival in Dres- den, you will intensively experience the feeling when all ships bring themselves into formation, the ships' whistles blow in unison and set off for Pillnitz. In addition to the live Dixie sound of interna- tional bands, we have another surprise in store: we greet you on board our historical paddle steamer „Leipzig“ with a glass of spar- kling wine. we have reserved tables exclusively for you in one of the most beautiful salons on board and serve you a delicious 3-course evening meal. In Pillnitz the ships turn, and after returning and docking at the Terrassenufer, you have a wonderful view of the firework's display on the Koenigsufer (the riverbank section directly opposite the steamers' piers). Date Thursday, 23.05.2019, 7.30 - 11 p.m. Route Dresden – direction Pillnitz – Dresden Service Boat trip (3.5 hrs), sparkling wine reception, 3-course menu, band Price 89,50 € Parade of the Fleet The traditional start to the season is on the 1st of May, punctually May 19 - 26, 2019 at 10 am. Whether young or old, join our Fleet Parade on one of our nine historical paddle steamers or two salon ships. On board various bands provide a great atmosphere. After passing the three Elbe castles and the Loschwitz „Blue Wonder“ bridge, a true land- mark of Dresden, the fleet turns in Pillnitz, a district of Dresden. From the ships you can view the water palace of the wonderful castle and park Pillnitz. After a ca. 3-hour journey, the ships return to old town of Dresden (point of departure). Accompanied by the many spectators along the banks of the Elbe, this is an unforgetta- ble experience. Date Wednesday, 01.05.2019, 10 a.m. - 1.30 p.m. 38 bands and soloists from 11 countries and Route Dresden – direction Pillnitz – Dresden over 200 hours of music on over 50 stages Service Boat trip (3.5 hrs), band Price 35,00 € 20,00 € www.dixielandfestival-dresden.com 9 Our special event trips Parade of the Paddle Steamers „Blue Wonder“, where the ship then turns. Before returning to the Terrassenufer, the captain drops anchor, to allow you the best view Cast off! This is the call to our Steamboat Festival which takes of the imposing fireworks. You will enjoy the thrilling atmosphere place on the Terrassenufer during the city festival of Dresden. In and impressions and enjoy the final celebrations with us. the evening, our anniversary ship from this year along with other paddle steamers cast off together in the direction of Pillnitz where Date Sunday, 18.08.2019, 8 - 10.30 p.m. they turn. Bands, with their Dixie sound or party music, provide Route Dresden – direction Blasewitz – Dresden the background for the unique flair of the steamer parade. On the Service Boat trip (2.5 hrs) return journey to the old town of Dresden at the Loschwitz bridge, Price 27,00 € 15,00 € known as the „Blue Wonder“, an illuminating surprise awaits you! Be ready for an interesting experience. Date Saturday, 17.08.2019, 7.30 – 11 p.m. (Arrival at dock 10.30 p.m.) Let off Steam Cruise Route Dresden – direction Pillnitz – Dresden Let off steam - After a busy season, we sail into a quieter shipping Service Boat trip (3.5 hrs), band period.