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Pirna’s public transport Key topics for the future such as environmental living and sustainability are becoming increasingly important. Hereby the increased use of local public transport (ÖPNV) can help us take a decisive step forwards. Alongside the long-term advantages which this would bring there is also a whole series of other good arguments for the increased use of public transport. Travel by…

Walking and cycling in Pirna Whether by bike or on foot, Pirna is a city with short distances. These enable barrier-free progress throughout the city, including in the historic old town. Here, the traffic-calmed, newly renovated zones are particularly noticeable, in which both pedestrians and cyclists have priority. One of the most beautiful cycle paths in Germany, the Elbe Cycle Path, also runs…

Discover Pirna in a playful way Pirna is a great town for kids with many playgrounds where they can play and enjoy themselves. The big playgrounds are on the Old Town side, in the Thälmannpark, and by the Elbwiesen, in Copitz, in the Wesenitzaue as well as on the Sonnenstein. A very special attraction is the Pirna (hi)story playgrounds which present historical topics in a playful way. With the…

Pirna celebrates Caspar David Friedrich Anyone who follows in the footsteps of the painter Caspar David Friedrich (1774-1840) will inevitably also end up in the large district town of Pirna. The well-known Malerweg begins and ends here - from the picturesque Liebethaler Grund to the historic Pirna market square with the iconic Canalettohaus, the headquarters of the Pirna Tourist Service. © KTP Key…

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…

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…

StadtBibliothek Pirna The StadtBibliothek Pirna is located in a former town house on Dohnaische Straße and Pirna's largest library. There is not only something to discover in terms of architectural history, but also the more than 60,000 books, magazines, games, films and music for young and old are worth a visit. Comfortable sofas and stools invite you to linger and browse. The library is divided…

Pirna - a city as if painted A world-famous market square, wonderful little shops, cafés and restaurants, a lively cultural life and just a stone's throw from Dresden or Saxon-Bohemian Switzerland - there are a many good reasons to visit Pirna. The charming historic old town with its magnificent town houses bears witness to a once flourishing trading town. There are interesting details to discover…

Humanity and togetherness in Pirna People are different, and not everyone has it easy in life. We all need help in certain situations – some more, others less, some for a short time and others for ever. It is important to the City of Pirna that humanity is not lost and togetherness is strengthened. Social issues in Pirna integration & migration © Rawpixel.com/Fotolia Integration and migration in…

Enjoy and discover Pirna offers a wide range of culture for its visitors and residents. For people interested in art and culture, there are many opportunities in the large district town. The historic old town and the surrounding districts offer museums, libraries and various events.