Pillnitz Island, River island and nature reserve in Dresden, Germany
Pillnitz Island lies within the Elbe River near Dresden, featuring protected natural areas with diverse plant and animal species throughout its grounds.
The island developed alongside Pillnitz Castle, which became a royal Saxon residence in 1694 when Elector John George IV purchased the property.
The surrounding area contains Saxon architectural elements and regional narratives connected to the traditions of the Elbe River communities.
Visitors can reach the island via paddle wheel steamer from Dresden, bike along the Elbe Cycle Path, or use public transport connections.
The island maintains specific conservation zones where native flora and fauna thrive undisturbed within the urban limits of Dresden.
Location: Dresden
GPS coordinates: 51.00420,13.87110
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:18
Pillnitz Castle
527 m
Pillnitz Camellia
853 m
Weinbergkirche
934 m
Kunstgewerbemuseum Dresden
527 m
Schlossmuseum Pillnitz
456 m
Pillnitz Kleinzschachwitz Ferry
896 m
Villa Malten
795 m
Villa Fabrice
1.1 km
Elbinseln Pillnitz und Gauernitz
82 m
Rathaus Pillnitz
977 m
Flora statue
761 m
Wünschendorfer Straße 6 und 6a
1 km
Chinese Pavilion, Pillnitz
878 m
Denkmal für Johann und Amalia Augusta
1.1 km
Brunnen
688 m
Pillnitzer Platz 1
676 m
Neues Palais Pillnitz
459 m
Bergweg 1, Dresden
812 m
Pillnitzer Königlicher Weinberg
995 m
Kammergut Pillnitz
498 m
Castle chapel Pillnitz
465 m
Pillnitzer Platz 1, 1b, 2, 3
680 m
Greenhouse in the park of Pillnitz Castle
834 m
An der Schäferei 2
995 m
Sphingen
457 m
Juno Ludovisi
865 m
Rathausbrunnen Pillnitz
979 m
Tritonengondel
642 mReviews
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