Deutsche Fotothek, Dresden

#131 among attractions in Dresden

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The Deutsche Fotothek is a picture library in Dresden, Germany, located in the Saxon State Library. It holds more than two million images. Its strengths are in art, architecture, music, geography, technology, the economy, and the Saxony region. Its collection came from institutions, companies, and individuals such as Hermann Krone. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 51°1'40"N, 13°44'12"E

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Plauen (Räcknitz)Dresden Germany

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Deutsche Fotothek – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Deutsches Hygiene-Museum, Dresden Zoo, DDV-Stadion, Großer Garten.

1.2 miNE
Museum, Science museum
Deutsches Hygiene-Museum, Dresden
31 min walk • The Deutsches Hygiene-Museum is a unique institution located in the city of Dresden, Germany, that stands at the intersection of science, culture, and society. Unlike traditional museums that focus on art or history, the Deutsches Hygiene-Museum is dedicated to the...
0.9 miNE
Wildlife park with 2000 animals
Dresden Zoo, Dresden
24 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Dresden, Germany, Dresden Zoo stands as a cherished haven for wildlife enthusiasts and families alike. This zoological garden, a verdant oasis amidst the urban landscape, offers a home to over 1,500 animals representing approximately 250 species...
1 miNE
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
DDV-Stadion, Dresden
27 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Dresden, Germany, the DDV-Stadion, formerly known as the Rudolf-Harbig-Stadion, stands as a modern temple of sports and a hub of exhilarating football matches. This dynamic venue is not just a stadium but a landmark that has become synonymous...
1.4 miNE
Vast garden with sculptures and a palace
Großer Garten, Dresden
35 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Dresden, Germany, the Großer Garten is a verdant oasis that offers residents and visitors alike a tranquil escape from the bustling city life. As one of the most significant Baroque gardens in Germany, this expansive park is an emblem of...
1.4 miNE
Factory tours, Tours, Museum
Transparent Factory, Dresden
37 min walk • The Transparent Factory, known in German as Gläserne Manufaktur, is an architectural marvel and a modern symbol of Dresden, Germany. This striking glass-walled building is not a traditional tourist sight but an innovative car factory owned by the Volkswagen Group.
0.5 miNW
Church
St. Simeon of the Wonderful Mountain church, Dresden
12 min walk • The St. Simeon of the Wonderful Mountain Church is a Russian Orthodox church in the German city of Dresden. It was designed by Harald Julius von Bosse and Karl Weißbach and built from 1872 to 1874. It is dedicated to Simeon Stylites the Younger.
1.4 miNE
Tropical species in botanical park
Dresden Botanical Garden, Dresden
36 min walk • The Botanischer Garten der Technischen Universität Dresden, also known as the Botanischer Garten Dresden or Dresden Botanical Garden, is a botanical garden maintained by the Dresden University of Technology.
1 miNW
Church, Art Nouveau architecture
Zionskirche, Dresden
26 min walk • The Zionskirche is the name given to two Evangelical Lutheran church buildings in the Südvorstadt district of Dresden. The first, the Alte Zionskirche, was built by Schilling & Graebner from 1908 to 1912.
1 miE
Square
Wasaplatz, Dresden
27 min walk • The Wasaplatz is a square in Dresden, Germany, a transportation hub outside of the city centre. The area around the square is named after the Swedish-Polish royal Vasa family, and it is the district centre of Dresden-Strehlen. It contains the Hotel Königshof, built in 1888–89, and the Villa Wasa, built in 1903.
~140 ftN
Specialty museum, Museum, Library
Sächsische Landesbibliothek – Staats- und Universitätsbibliothek Dresden, Dresden
1 min walk • The Saxon State and University Library Dresden, abbreviated SLUB Dresden, is located in Dresden, Germany. It is both the regional library for the German State of Saxony as well as the academic library for the Dresden University of Technology.
1.3 miNE
Forts and castles
Palais im Großen Garten, Dresden
34 min walk • The Palais im Großen Garten, also referred to as the Summer Palace or Garden Palace, is a Baroque pleasure palace in Dresden built from 1679. It is located in the Great Garden, a spacious green area on the outskirts of the city center.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Deutsche Fotothek?

Nearby attractions include Sächsische Landesbibliothek – Staats- und Universitätsbibliothek Dresden, Dresden (1 min walk), TU Dresden, Dresden (6 min walk), St. Simeon of the Wonderful Mountain church, Dresden (12 min walk).

How to get to Deutsche Fotothek by public transport?

The nearest stations to Deutsche Fotothek:

Bus

Mommsenstraße • Lines: 352, 360, 366 (6 min walk)
Stadtgutstraße • Lines: 85 (7 min walk)

Tram

Zellescher Weg • Lines: 11 (10 min walk)
Räcknitzhöhe • Lines: 11 (11 min walk)

Train

Dresden Hbf (23 min walk)
Bahnhof Zoo (29 min walk)