What to do · Dresden
Frauenkirche and the Climb to the Dome
Information
- From
- €12 per person, the climb to the dome
- Duration
- 1 h
- Season
- All year
- Who it's for
- All ages; the climb has stairs and a spiral ramp
What it is
The Frauenkirche, the Church of Our Lady, is the symbol of Dresden: its stone dome, of more than 12,000 tonnes, is called the stone bell. It was left in ruins in 1945 and rebuilt stone by stone; it was reopened in 2005. Inside it is light, in pastel tones, with galleries on several levels.
Visiting it
The church is visited during the "open church" slots, which change every day according to services and concerts: check them on its website. The climb to the dome is separate: 174 steps up to 29 metres, with windows that look into the interior, and then a spiral ramp around the dome to the platform, at 67 metres. It costs €12 (€7 reduced, €24 families). In winter it is open Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 16:00 and on Sundays and public holidays from 13:00 to 16:00; from March to October, until 18:00.
Tips
- Climb on a clear day You see as far as Saxon Switzerland and the Ore Mountains.
- Check the open-church slots During services and concerts there are no visits.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to climb the Frauenkirche dome?
€12, €7 reduced and €24 for families.
Is there a lift?
No: 174 steps and a spiral ramp.
Can you enter the church for free?
The church is visited during the open-church slots published each day; the dome is paid separately.
As a familyWith teenagers
