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Saxon Switzerland-East Ore Mountains

Saxon Switzerland
Rathen

Ascent to the Bastei

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Rathen

Ascent to the Bastei

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Ascent to the Bastei

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  • Location: Rathen, Saxon Switzerland, Saxon Switzerland-East Ore Mountains, Saxony, Germany

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    April 16, 2026

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    The ascent to the Bastei leads through the impressive rock landscape of Saxon Switzerland. Depending on the route, it goes uphill steadily via stairs, narrow paths, and through shady forests. Along the way, views of the Elbe River and the surrounding sandstone rocks repeatedly open up. Once at the top, the famous panorama from the Bastei rocks and the Bastei Bridge awaits – one of the most well-known viewpoints in the region.
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    December 20, 2019

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    Good to walk but also a lot going on touristy here.
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    Location: Rathen, Saxon Switzerland, Saxon Switzerland-East Ore Mountains, Saxony, Germany

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