Is this Germany’s most beautiful town?

If it isn’t Germany’s most beautiful town, Meißen (Meissen) is certainly a very strong contender. I spent the day here back in June 2011 and couldn’t believe just how beautiful it was. Guide books certainly do not do this charming little town justice.

Here are a few of my favourite shots of the small town in Saxony. Read more here.

Typical street in Meissen

Rooftops of Meissen

View of rooftops

View from the bridge over the Elbe

Town square

Church in the town

View of Meissen

Cathedral

Typical street in Meissen

View over Meissen

Inside Albrechtsburg Castle

Cathedral

View of rooftops

Inside Albrechtsburg Castle

View from the town square

View from Albrechtsburg Castle

The line marks the highest recorded flood waters in 2002. I am 6’1.

View of the cathedral and Albrechtsburg Castle

Obligatory guidebook shot

Traditional building in Meissen