Bürgerwiese

Bürgerwiese is a public park and cultural heritage monument in Dresden that spans ten hectares. Pathways cross through the landscape, following gentle hills and valleys that shape the terrain of this river valley setting.

Originally used as shared grazing land, the area was transformed into Dresden's first urban park in 1869 based on designs by landscape architect Peter Joseph Lenné. This transformation represented a major shift in how the city approached public green spaces.

The Mozart Fountain from 1907 features three gilded bronze figures dancing around a memorial stone, symbolizing grace, cheerfulness, and seriousness. These sculptures reflect values that visitors encounter while walking through the park.

The park is accessible for visitors with mobility needs and includes appropriate facilities. The open layout offers plenty of space for walking and resting at a comfortable pace.

The sculpture 'Two Mothers' depicts a human mother and a tigress rescuing their children from floods, created between 1899 and 1902 by sculptor Heinrich Epler. This unusual artwork combines nature and humanity in a scene that many visitors pass by without noticing.

Location: Dresden

GPS coordinates: 51.04220,13.74310

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:07