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The Pirna turbomachinery plant (Strömungsmaschinenwerk Pirna) Pirna was chosen as the production site for aircraft engines in the GDR. Plant 802 (VEB Entwicklungsbau Pirna) was built for this purpose in Pirna-Sonnenstein from autumn 1954. The administrative and production facilities partly utilised the buildings of the old Sonnenstein sanatorium and nursing home, but large parts were newly built…

“Seilerei” (hi)story playground in the Friedenspark A (hi)story playground has been designed as the crowning highlight of the redesign of Pirna’s Friedenspark. Once home to a rope-making factory, the site today offers a playground based on the theme of rope-making. The small alley between the Friedenspark and Dr. Wilhelm-Külz-Straße, “Seilergäßchen” (rope-makers’ alley) is testimony of the area’s…

Treasure hunting on the Sonnenstein A sword in sandstone, mosaics and glass stones, ancient writing and much more – there is a great deal waiting to be discovered on a treasure hunt on castle hill in Pirna. Many things for young and old are hidden along the path which leads from Pirna’s Old Town up to the former Sonnenstein Castle. The flyer, which also acts as a treasure map and is available from…

High-quality geographic information on Pirna High-quality geographic information on Pirna Geo data provide information on objects, terrain and infrastructure to which a certain geographic location on the earth’s surface can be assigned. They describe individual items of a territory and can be linked together using spatial references. Over recent years, it has become increasingly important for…

Coloured stones guide kids through Pirna’s town centre On the coloured stone paths, children and families can go on a fascinating discovery tour through Pirna’s old town. The splashes of colour on the cobbles as well as various other places and footpaths all lead to interesting, family-friendly spots and the unique (hi)story playgrounds . Here elements out of (sand)stone and other natural…

(Hi)story playground by Pirna’s Elbwiesen On the playground by Pirna’s Elbwiesen, only a stone’s throw from Pirna’s Old Town, everything revolves around water. Here young and old would-be sailors can set off on a big journey: the site has been designed like a watercourse with several “floating” small ships (play islands). Play equipment at both ends symbolise a ship’s bow and stern. Attractions…

Schlosspark Graupa (hi)story playground The playground in the park of Graupa Jagdschloss (a former hunting lodge) is inspired by the hunting route of Saxony’s aristocrats into the nearby forest. Here young adventurers can climb over bridges, arches and hurdles. The play elements are joined by seven bridge elements. Saxony’s elector Frederick Augustus III built the hunting path as well as various…

Pirna’s transport connections When it comes to transport connections, you will be spoilt for choice when working out your journey here. Those of you who are unable to choose which mode of transport you want to use for your journey to Pirna should simply come again to find out your personal preference for getting here. Pirna has a few good suggestions and tips on this and can reveal where your…

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Working for social associations Pirna has a number of associations that help those in need and which seek to take action for social welfare. These include support centres for children, for people in debt, for people with disabilities, for people with addictions, for the sick or the elderly - essentially for anyone going through difficult times, with the focus always being on the individual. List…