Visit Dresden
Sport?! Culture? Nature? Leisure? Ideally, all of the above!
Combine your half marathon with a stay in Dresden and experience the city’s many facets. For culture vultures, Dresden is one huge stage. For nature lovers, it’s a paradise full of discoveries and hidden gems. For those seeking a leisurely break, the city offers everything your heart desires. And if you simply can’t make up your mind? Then you’ll find the perfect blend of it all. Set off on a journey of discovery!
Getting there & accommodation
INNSiDE by Meliá Dresden
Exclusive hotel offer: Centrally located, modern and perfect for active guests. Just a stone’s throw from the start and finish lines, this lifestyle hotel offers relaxing comfort, well-balanced cuisine and stylish design. The ideal retreat for anyone looking to give it their all at the DresdenHALF and then unwind and recharge.
Exclusively for DresdenHALF participants: 10% discount on your stay.
Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel
Exclusive hotel offer: Nestled in the heart of Bellevue Garden, situated right on the banks of the Elbe with views of Dresden’s Old Town, the Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel is the perfect base for your stay in Dresden. The modern rooms and suites offer an ideal retreat after a long run or a day of sightseeing.
Exclusively for DresdenHALF participants: 20% discount on the cheapest flexible rate, including breakfast.
Hotel Elbflorenz
Exclusive hotel offer: Swap your pyjamas for your running shoes! Stay right where the race starts: at the Hotel Elbflorenz Dresden, directly adjacent to the WTC and just a few steps from the starting line. Here, you can start your day with a hearty breakfast and, after the race, find your own little haven of relaxation to put your feet up.
Exclusively for DresdenHALF participants: 15% discount on your stay with the booking code “Half26”
Getting there
Here you’ll find all the essential information you need to plan your journey, as well as helpful tips on how to reach all of Dresden’s sights in a cost-effective and eco-friendly way.
Accommodation
Find your accommodation in Dresden and the surrounding area here: from hotels to holiday flats, from guesthouses to hostels, from the city centre to quiet outlying areas.
Discover. Experience. Enjoy.
Events calendar
Want to do more than just run? You can find the most popular events in Dresden and the surrounding area here at a glance.
Art & Culture
Dresden is a city with a rich Baroque and architectural heritage, as well as numerous museums. Here is an overview.
Family & Children
Dresden offers families a wide range of leisure and educational activities. There’s plenty to do here.
Cuisine
Discover the perfect places to experience the city through its cuisine.
Dresden and the surroundings
Here you’ll find a wide range of activities within Dresden city limits, as well as in the surrounding area, such as Saxon Switzerland.
City Games
Explore the city on a treasure hunt. Solve puzzles and have fun discovering Dresden’s most beautiful sights.