Since this is one of the states where LEC offers to take you during your language study trip to Germany, today we’re stopping in Saxony for a brief overview of this region across the Rhine.
A language study trip to Germany in the region known as the "Florence of the Elbe"
Saxony’s 18,337 square kilometers are home to 4,192,801 residents, according to a 2008 estimate. While the state has chosen Dresden as its capital—nicknamed “the Florence of the Elbe” due to its rich architectural heritage—it is not without other major cities of international renown, such as Leipzig, which you may have the chance to discover during your language study trip to Germany and which LEC will have the opportunity to discuss in more detail, or Chemnitz.
The Erzgebirge Show
Bordering Poland and the Czech Republic, Saxony is known above all for its stunning landscapes. The Ore Mountains (or Erzgebirge) separate it from Bohemia and give it a unique character.
Experience a wealth of culture on your language study trip to Germany!
Saxony boasts a rich history that is sure to captivate even the most curious minds during a language study trip to Germany. Indeed, Saxony’s cultural landscape boasts a history that stands the test of time: at the heart of this scene, there are no fewer than 500 museums. With attractions such as the Semper Opera House, the Frauenkirche, and the Zwinger in Dresden, the Monument to the Battle of the Nations in Leipzig, or Moritzburg Castle, there’s something for everyone!