Basteibrücke

The classic! Best early in the morning. During the day and especially on the weekend, crowds are here !! But you have to have seen, beautiful views. Easy to reach, also with stroller or wheelchair.

The most famous attraction in Saxon Switzerland.
Alone one is unfortunately never here. Nevertheless, it is definitely worth a visit because of the view of the Elbe and the surrounding countryside.

The Bastei is probably the most famous highlight of Saxon Switzerland. In the peak season from April to October, the bastion is often visited by tourists, but in the winter months you have the opportunity, and not infrequently, to escape the crowds and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Elbe in peace.

The Bastei, the lookout point in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, is the oldest and most famous tourist attraction in Saxon Switzerland
The view over the Elbe valley to the table mountains of Saxon Switzerland and far into the neighboring landscape of the Lusatian mountains and the Eastern Ore Mountains is world-famous. At a distance of 130 m and at a height of 194 m above the Elbe river, the viewer is offered an unforgettable view on the sandstone plateau.
The bastion area with several views is freely accessible all year round.oberelbe.de/tourismus/wandern/bastei.html

The classic in the Elbsandsteingebirge. At least once you have to go there, marvel at the view and then quickly run away from the tourist stream.

In the main season, the view for the essential is almost lost. Prefer to come in the spring or autumn who likes it quieter.

One of Germany's most famous calendar motifs.

Very impressive structure. It can be incorporated into many beautiful walks. For example, Something for children is not too long over the Schwedenlöcher and the Amselsee

Best visiting times are in spring and autumn, partly because of the not so numerous tourists, on the other hand in the autumn because of the great colors of nature. Best photo opportunity at sunset.

Very nice views of the Elbe and Bad Rathen.
The Königsstein Fortress can be seen in the distance.
Very crowded in the hiking season.
Still absolutely worth seeing!

Easy to reach from Rathen. The view of the Elbe is impressive!

We were already quite late, so not so much excitement

From 7 p.m. you are slowly to yourself here and can enjoy the views as well as the evening lighting of the rocks.
During the day, you have to expect a lot of crowds at THE attraction in Saxon Switzerland.

The Bastei bridge is a classic among the hiking destinations in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, with magnificent views over the Elbe and the Lilienstein. The visit in the early morning is most worthwhile to enjoy the sunrise and the flow of tourists is also very limited.

On the Bastei rock formation you have a great view of the Elbe and in the distance the Königstein Fortress.
The Bastei Bridge is a main excursion destination and if you want to enjoy the view and nature in peace, you should get up very early.

You should look for a day when it is so unfair that you are not overrun by tourist buses. Then it can be very nice here. ;O)

I think here you do not have to supplement anything, for me a uniquely beautiful landscape. Best early in the morning or at sunset to enjoy the beautiful atmosphere with not too many visitors.

For the visit of the bastion you should look for a quiet day during the week. Otherwise, it is often completely overcrowded here.

Fantastic view of the Elbe.

beautiful view of the surrounding countryside. In the summer months there is always a lot going on here, in winter you are quite alone on the bridge.

Unfortunately overcrowded by tourists, you hardly get a foot on the floor. But you have beautiful views of the Elbe and parts of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains.

A formation of several rocks connected by a 76.5 m long bridge

A great view that is definitely worth it! 😊

Absolute natural highlight magnificent views