Experts' Choice Award Grunes Gewolbe
What the experts agree on
Europe's largest treasure hoard, dazzling with gold, silver, and jewels amassed by Augustus the Strong—including the famed 41-carat Dresden Green Diamond—in the palace's ornate historic vault.
“The largest treasure hoard in Europe is contained in a castle that was bombed out during World War II. ”
– Atlas Obscura
Concierge "The Dresden Green Diamond is especially noteworthy, a 41-carat wonder that is among the most valuable jewels in the world."
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"The rooms of the historical green vault of Dresden Palace, which takes its name from the emerald green colour of its main room, showcase the masterpieces of gold and silver plate and jewellery collected by Augustus II the Strong" Full review
Fodor's "The exquisite collection here consists of objets d'art fashioned from gold, silver, ivory, amber, and other precious and semiprecious materials" Full review
