Schwalbennest vineyard house amid autumn vineyards on Kapitelberg with the Elbe in the background.

Coswig

Where lingering becomes a journey of discovery

This is how Coswig appeals to the spirit of adventure. As a hub in the Dresden Elbland region, this young town is the perfect base from which to explore the region’s diversity whilst enjoying a leisurely stay.

Top things to do in Coswig

Versatile

A journey through the centuries is evoked by Coswig’s buildings: the Old Church, built in 1497, features stunning frescoes and Saxony’s oldest organ. The Brockwitz Church, which took on its present form in 1737, exudes Baroque flair, whilst the “Villa Teresa”, built in 1873 in the Neo-Renaissance style, now hosts world-class chamber concerts and theatre evenings. The Karrasburg Museum houses the town’s history as a whole.

Connoisseurs will naturally also find plenty to enjoy in the heart of Dresden Elbland: in the charming districts of Neucoswig and Sörnewitz, they will discover first-class vineyards, and in the heart of Coswig, the variety of regional delicacies.

 
Karrasburg Museum Coswig
Visitors experience an exciting and educational time when they visit the municipal museum in the Karrasburg in Coswig
Blaudruckerei Folprecht
The Folprecht blue print shop revives the ancient craft of blue printing and even offers visitors the opportunity to print themselves.
Börse Coswig | Guesthouse and Event Venue
The Börse Coswig is a tradition-steeped guesthouse and event venue with capacities from 10 to 1000 people.

Hiking and cycling tours

Insider tips for active travellers

Coswig lies on both the Saxon Wine Trail and the Elbe Cycle Route – the ideal base for active excursions. There’s an insider’s tip in store for hiking enthusiasts: alongside the classic routes, the KARRAS circular trail leads to hidden gems that haven’t yet made it into every guidebook. From the Hoher Stein, the view opens up onto the Spaargebirge – Germany’s smallest low mountain range and a destination in its own right. All this is part of Coswig’s DNA: unwinding and enjoying life, preserving time-honoured traditions – and constantly exploring new things.

KARRAS circular route - Hiking favorite Dresden Elbland
An entertaining hike full of nature, history, adventure and beautiful views in the footsteps of the legendary figure Ritter Karras between Coswig-Spitzgrund and Moritzburg Castle.

Short version: 9 km

Complete route: 17.6 km

The town of Coswig has developed its own website for the KARRAS circular route.

Here you will find all the detailed information and event information about the circular route:

www.karras-rundweg.de

Saxon Wine Trail - Stage 4 - From Radebeul-Zitzschewig to Oberau
On this stage, you only pass a few vineyards in Coswig and Weinböhla, but there are great viewpoints - some from historic towers - on the Weinböhla heights.
Saxon Wine Trail - Stage 5 - From Oberau to Meißen

After passing through the village of Niederau with its small tower windmill and the Nassau nature reserve, you reach the Spaargebirge, a mountain range between the wine village of Sörnewitz and Meißen.

Restaurants and wineries

Coswig combines fine dining with charming accommodation, offering the perfect setting for a relaxing break amidst the vineyards and the River Elbe.

Hotel, Restaurant und Biergarten "Historische Spitzgrundmühle"
Eingebettet in faszinierender Natur ist das Hotel und Restaurant Historische Spitzgrundmühle in Coswig eine Erholoase, in der Gaumen und Seele verwöhnt werden.
Wine Restaurant & Pension "Zur Bosel"
Cozy and rustic furnished, the wine restaurant offers a variety of culinary delights. Enjoy the variety of Saxon cooking and baking arts in a family atmosphere. In addition, in-house wines from the winery Schuh are served.
Young couple enjoying the sunset over the vineyards at Spitzhaus Radebeul in the Dresden Elbland wine region.

A colourful treasure on the banks of the Elbe

Radebeul

Discover Radebeul, the "Nice of Saxony", with its picturesque vineyards, historic sights and wide range of walking and cycling trails!

View of Moritzburg Castle with baroque architecture and surrounding pond landscape in daylight.

A fairy-tale realm in the here and now

Moritzburg

Visit the Baroque Moritzburg Palace, explore the historic buildings and enjoy the picturesque landscape of ponds!

Family watches a pair of geese at the village pond in Weinböhla in a peaceful setting.

Wine enjoyment with a view

Weinböhla

Immerse yourself in Weinböhl’s wine-growing tradition, explore picturesque cycling and walking trails, and enjoy stunning views. A treat for wine and nature lovers!

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