Meissen District

Meissen District is an administrative area in Saxony along the Elbe River, encompassing several towns and villages of varying sizes. The region offers a mix of urban centers and rural areas shaped by river landscapes and rolling hills.

The area has a long history as a core region of Saxon tradition and was shaped by various border corrections. Its current administrative form came about in 2008 through a merger of earlier districts.

The region is known for its porcelain production, especially the famous Meissen ceramics that have preserved craft traditions for centuries. Visitors can still see workshops and museums in the towns today that keep this art form alive.

The region is easily reached by train or car, with good connections between the various communities. Visitors should be flexible as services and attractions are spread across a larger area.

The region was a center of European ceramic art and developed the world-famous Meissen porcelain factory, which has existed for over 300 years. This craft tradition continues to make it an attraction for art lovers today.

Location: Saxony

Inception: August 1, 2008

Capital city: Meissen

Elevation above the sea: 177 m

Shares border with: Bautzen District, Dresden, Sächsische Schweiz-Osterzgebirge, Mittelsachsen, Nordsachsen, Elbe-Elster District, Oberspreewald-Lausitz District

Website: https://kreis-meissen.de

GPS coordinates: 51.21667,13.51667

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:07