Heavy snowfall is impacting parts of Saxony, leading to closures of some historic parks and significant disruptions to local travel. The Staatliche Schlösser, Burgen und Gärten Sachsen gGmbH (SGB) announced that select parks are temporarily closed to the public due to the weather conditions.
Park Closures and Travel Disruptions
The Schlosspark of Barockschloss Rammenau is currently closed and is expected to remain so through Sunday. Despite the park closures, events scheduled within the castle itself are still expected to proceed as planned. The SGB also indicated that further, short-notice closures of other facilities across the Freistaat are possible.
The impact of the snowfall extends beyond park access. In Dresden-Kleinzschachwitz, reports from MDR Sachsen indicate that traffic on some side streets has come to a standstill. Winter services are working to clear roadways.
Ongoing Winter Operations
Andreas Ferl, a Gruppenleiter with the winter services, stated, “Our guys are out there and trying to keep the roads clear.” Crews are currently operating on a two-shift system, working until at least 9 PM on Friday, and potentially longer if needed.
Weekend plans are also in place, with crews scheduled to begin work as early as 4 AM and continue indefinitely to clear the roads.
Frequently Asked Questions
What parks are affected by the closures?
The Schlosspark of Barockschloss Rammenau is confirmed to be closed through Sunday. The warning also applies to the Großer Garten Dresden, the Zwinger, the Schlosspark Pillnitz, and other castles, fortresses, and gardens in the Freistaat.
Is travel completely impossible in Dresden?
Reports indicate that some side streets in Dresden-Kleinzschachwitz are currently impassable. However, winter services are actively working to clear roads.
How long will the winter services be working?
Crews are working in two shifts, at least until 9 PM on Friday, and are prepared to continue working through the weekend, starting as early as 4 AM.
As conditions evolve, will you check local updates before venturing out this weekend?
