Dessau
Germany · Saxony-AnhaltDE
Former city in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany
Dessau is a ward of the independent city of Dessau-Roßlau, in the German state of Saxony-Anhalt, at the confluence of the rivers Mulde and Elbe. Until 1 July 2007, it was an independent city. The population of Dessau is 67,747.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 83,616
- Coordinates
- 51.839, 12.246
- Timezone
- Europe/Berlin
- Elevation
- 63 m
Overview of Dessau
Set in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, Dessau is a compact city. Around 83,616 people live here. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. What stands out most: adventure, culture and family. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Dessau
Adventure in Dessau
(1)Under adventure, Dessau is tagged with Boat Rides. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Dessau.
Culture in Dessau
(1)Our data lists Architectural Buildings as culture options here. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Dessau.
Family in Dessau
(1)Looking for family? Dessau has Zoo. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Dessau.
Best time to visit Dessau
June to September brings the conditions water activities need.
Getting there & around
Reach Dessau by regional transport from the nearest hub in Saxony-Anhalt; the core is compact enough to walk. Time zone: Europe/Berlin.
Similar destinations
Places near Dessau that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Dessau known for?
- Dessau, in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, is best known for adventure, culture and family. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 83,616 residents.
- What can you do in Dessau?
- Recorded activities in Dessau include Boat Rides, Architectural Buildings and Zoo. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Dessau?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need.
- Where is Dessau located?
- Dessau is located in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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