Things to do in Meissen
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Weinschänke Vincenz Richter
The romance factor is high at this top-flight restaurant, despite the rather martial decor (historic guns and armour) and the decidedly unromantic torture chamber (unless you're into S&M, that is). Expect attentive service, expertly prepared regional cuisine and wines from their own estate.
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Schloss Taverne
Take a seat on the bench-lined and arcaded inner courtyard, surely Meissen's most atmospheric place to eat, to enjoy goulash, pork chops or Saxon beef joint with dumplings and sauerkraut. Then take it slow with a bottle or two of the region's wine, accompanied by locals on the accordion.
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Porzellan-Museum
There's no 'quiet time' to arrive at the understandably popular and utterly unmissable Porzellan-Museum, but it's worth braving the crush (and the waiting) to witness the astonishing artistry and craftsmanship that makes Meissen porcelain truly unique.
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Frauenkirche
The Gothic Frauenkirche is the world's oldest made from porcelain; it chimes a different ditty six times daily. Climb the tower for fine red-roof views of the Altstadt.
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Zollhof
The flower-festooned beer garden with its eccentric fountain is the best place to sample the typical German dishes here, or to try lighter ones officially 'stolen' from Jamie Oliver.
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Domkeller
Meissen's oldest restaurant offers good-value local dishes and views from the leafy terrace to satisfy any vista-junkie; the menu's helpfully 'translated' into Saxon.
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Dom
Dom is a Gothic masterpiece with medieval stained-glass windows and delicately carved statues in the choir.
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