Gompitz

Did you know Gompitz boasts a history stretching back over 800 years? Right here before you stands a place first mentioned in 1206 alongside Dresden itself. Imagine the bustling life of this ancient Saxon village. Gompitz was originally a round village a so-called Rundling. It even had its own manor house. For centuries agriculture and fruit growing formed the economic base of Gompitz. Around 1900 many nurseries settled on Gompitz’s land. They shaped the image of the community. Today Gompitz is a suburb of Dresden. It holds centuries-old farmhouses with half-timbered architecture. One particularly noteworthy sight is the preserved gatehouse. A medieval stone cross was rediscovered in 2003 and reinstated in the village. This charming place is home to Dresden’s 74th primary school. Gompitz holds a long-standing tradition of celebrating new school starters with a decorated sugar beet tree. A modern riding facility with a large riding hall attracts many visitors to Gompitz. From the Ockerwitzer Allee you enjoy stunning views across the Elbe Valley. The views stretch from the Saxon Switzerland to the vineyards of the Lößnitz. You can almost feel the history here. Gompitz truly encapsulates the past and present of Dresden. Its unique story a testament to its enduring character. The peaceful atmosphere today belies the lively past of this historic village. A truly remarkable place. Gompitz. A captivating corner of Dresden.