Fewer missions but new tasks for Saxony's water rescue service
They keep watch when others relax: What Saxony's water rescue service has achieved this year - and where it urgently needs support.
Leisure in Saxony Dresden Leipzig Chemnitz
The current Saxon online newspaper. The latest news about leisure in Saxony, Dresden, Chemnitz and Leipzig.
Enchanted worlds: New family park in Saxony
Immerse yourself in a mythical world and get to know the fairy kingdom: An extraordinary family park for adventurers and dreamers has been created in Grimma.
Saxony's tourism industry demands relief
Despite the unbroken desire to travel, fewer guests came to Saxony in the first half of the year. There is a reason for this. The industry is now calling for tax relief and less bureaucracy.
Playing the lottery in Saxony has become more expensive
Most lottery players take part in the lotteries via the sales outlets or the Sachsenlotto online service. The state-owned company has now tightened the fee screw.
Chemnitz extends outdoor pool season
In Chemnitz, swimmers can swim their lengths outdoors for an extra week - and elsewhere in Saxony, swimming in the open air is still possible until September.
Fish farming on the rise in Saxony
Carp, rainbow trout, tench: More than 2,000 tons of edible fish were produced in Saxony last year. This puts the state well ahead of the rest of Germany.
Lotto players win almost one million euros
Many lottery players dream of winning millions. It almost worked out for two players from Saxony and Thuringia.
Saxony counts more guests and overnight stays in June
The number of guests in Saxony rose slightly in June - but the bottom line is a minus. Only one city danced out of line.
Accumulation of climbing accidents this year
The mountain rescue service in Saxony is most frequently involved in hiking accidents. This year, however, there were an unusually high number of climbing accidents. Why is that?
Stollen season: "Start early to create quantity"
The first stollen are baked in the bakeries. Retail sales start soon.
Man dies while swimming in natural lake
A man goes under in a lake in Pirna. Rescue workers set out to search for him, but can only find him lifeless. What is known so far?
Weinberg on a cycle tour across Europe - starting in the north
Pedaling for Europe: Former professional cyclist Markus Weinberg has set off in the far north to explore his home continent. His aim is to promote European unity.
Some school playgrounds in Saxony open for recreational sports
Many school playgrounds are closed after school. Yet they offer a great environment for sport and socializing. This potential is now being used more and more.
White fleet resumes regular service
Low water and the demolition of the Carola Bridge had affected the White Fleet's timetable in Dresden. That is now changing.
Saxony's open-air theaters also play under grey skies
Persistent rainy weather is often a worry for open-air theaters. But those who like open-air theater are not put off by it. This can be seen in many places in Saxony.
7,800 kilometers on a bike across Europe
There are many ways to explore Europe. Former professional cyclist Markus Weinberg uses a gravel bike for this. He wants to cross 14 countries on this all-terrain vehicle.
Kicking in the mud: title fight in mud soccer
Nobody stays clean here: ten teams compete for the German championship at the mud soccer tournament in North Saxony.
Perseids: Bright moon makes stargazing nights more difficult
The Perseids once again bring a number of shooting stars to the skies over Saxony. But the moon could obscure the view. What experts advise.
Hundreds of participants at the Elbe swim in Dresden
Swimming in the Elbe in bathing suits or colorful costumes - this is possible once a year in Dresden. The Elbe swim has now been a tradition for decades.
Elbe cycle path: usage drops after boom during the pandemic
For 14 years, it was the most popular cycle path in Germany. The competition is becoming more diverse - and so are the demands of cyclists.
Around 6,000 guests celebrate Dresden Castle Night outdoors
Thousands celebrated between castle walls and street art at the Dresden Castle Night. According to the organizers, the mixture of tradition and urban art was particularly well received by the audience.
After drought: Elbe water levels could rise further
For weeks it was comparatively quiet on Saxony's waterways - now the Elbe level is rising noticeably again.
Elbe water level rises - more trips by the White Fleet
Persistent drought and low water had recently slowed down the excursion steamers in Dresden. Now a few more ships can set sail again.
Popular Edmundsklamm gorge reopens
The fascinating Edmundsklamm gorge has been closed for safety reasons since the forest fires in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains in summer 2022. Now the first boat trips are set to begin again.
Infant from Saxony thrown out of baby carriage on mountain
A young family from Leipzig is on a mountain excursion. As the mother tries to open a gate, the baby carriage rolls downhill and overturns. The baby is thrown onto a meadow.
Four lottery millionaires in the first half of the year in Saxony
Many lottery players dream of winning millions. In the first half of the year, four players in Bavaria managed to do just that.
Boat trips in the Edmundsklamm gorge start again
Three years after the devastating forest fire in Bohemian Switzerland, the time has come: in a few days, tourists will once again be able to sail on barges through a picturesque rocky gorge.
Start of the summer vacations - planes head south
Numerous passengers take off on vacation from Leipzig and Dresden at the start of the vacations. The sunny destinations in southern Europe are particularly popular.
Saxony in demand as a summer vacation destination
The school vacations start at the weekend. Vacations "on your doorstep" are very popular - albeit with regional differences. There are still opportunities for last-minute travelers in many places.