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🛏️ Where to stay during your visit
Dresden is the capital of the state of Saxony. You can find many accommodations in the city center. We recommend choosing accommodation between the Blue Wonder and the city center. This way, you keep travel time to the University Hospital Dresden minimal.
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💧 Tap water
Germany has a very good water network, making it safe to drink tap water everywhere.
🥙 Restaurants
Dresden offers a wide variety of restaurants. You'll find most restaurants in the city center around the Frauenkirche and the Altmarkt. We recommend making reservations in advance.
Some typical dishes from Dresden include:
- Dresdner Eierschecke: A sweet specialty from Saxony, consisting of a shortcrust pastry base, a quark filling, and a sponge cake topping.
Dresdner Stollen: A traditional Christmas cake from Dresden, filled with dried fruits, nuts, and spices, often dusted with powdered sugar.
- Sauerbraten: A classic German dish popular in Dresden as well, consisting of marinated beef slowly roasted and often served with a sour sauce.
These dishes reflect the traditional Saxon cuisine and are typical of the Dresden region.