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Durch den Wehlener Grund – Bastei Runde von Königstein (Sächs Schw)

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Durch den Wehlener Grund – Bastei Runde von Königstein (Sächs Schw)

Denise planned a bike ride

June 27, 2021

Durch den Wehlener Grund – Bastei Runde von Königstein (Sächs Schw)

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02:11

30.4km

13.9km/h

540m

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry.

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 14.9 km for 464 m

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9.92 km

Sandstone Gorge Trail (Saxon Switzerland National Park)

Highlight (Segment) • Gorge

A wonderful route through wild, romantic cliffs. A real highlight!

But be careful, the old asphalt is heavily overgrown with moss in places, making it slippery! So it's better to descend slowly, so you'll see more of the sandstone cliffs.

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15.1 km

Bastei Viewpoint

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One of the most popular views of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, which means the whole area is quite "crowded" in the high season and when the weather is good.

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15.2 km

Bastei Bridge and Rock Formations

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The Bastei Bridge is a beautiful structure. From here, you have a wonderful view of the Elbe River and various rock formations on the other side.

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24.0 km

Rathen, a spa town on the Elbe

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Not least because of the rock stage and the open-air performances, Rathen is very popular. The real highlight is of course the Bastei. Probably the most photographed rock formation in …

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24.3 km

View of Rathen and Altrathen Castle

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In contrast to the neighboring rock castle Neurathen, little is known about the history of this castle. Presumably it was built in the 11th century.

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24.3 km

Saxon Switzerland

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A spectacular landscape on the Elbe. The Elbe cycle path can be easily mastered by bike and there are also a lot of highlights to see.

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28.7 km

Elbe Cycle Path near Königstein Fortress

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On the Old Town side consistently good asphalt to Königstein. Ideal for racing bikes

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29.8 km

View of Königstein Fortress from the Elbe Cycle Path

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Definitely visit the fortress and take the whole day for it! There are not only the buildings to visit, the circular walk along the fortress walls is also worthwhile! When …

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30.4 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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12.1 km

7.21 km

5.72 km

3.45 km

1.68 km

107 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

24.1 km

2.99 km

1.46 km

923 m

862 m

128 m

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Durch den Wehlener Grund – Bastei Runde von Königstein (Sächs Schw)

Sandstone Gorge Trail (Saxon Switzerland National Park)

Bastei Viewpoint

Bastei Bridge and Rock Formations

Rathen, a spa town on the Elbe

View of Rathen and Altrathen Castle

Saxon Switzerland

Elbe Cycle Path near Königstein Fortress

View of Königstein Fortress from the Elbe Cycle Path

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