It exceeded my expectations! Choosing the beautiful walk instead of a bus to the viewpoint puts one in the right mood. An experience not to be forgotten. I included some video of my visit - go toward…Full review by Anton V
Jan 26, 2025
It is said to be the most visited place in Saxon Switzerland, we are not surprised because it was wonderful - beautiful views and surroundings, parking is paid.Full review by Marie M
Apr 24, 2024
Worth the side trip to Swiss Saxony, some amazing walks, rock formations,the stone bridge something else. We were there on a sunny spring day, thoroughly enjoyed the trek. Cafe, good to reasonable wa…Full review by Cartvale
Is it possible to hike from Bad Schandau train station to Bastei on trail? How far is it there and what is difficulty?
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I think hiking from Bad Schandau train station to Bastei is possible. I have seen many people were doing so, though, I took public transport. Just keep it in mind it might take longer …
I think hiking from Bad Schandau train station to Bastei is possible. I have seen many people were doing so, though, I took public transport. Just keep it in mind it might take longer than your exception due to the selection of track.
Hi. We will be travelling with some senior/elderly relatives. Is the path to the bridge flat? Or is it steep and would require to go through long stairs?
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On our visit with a tour company, we had many elderly folk who did the slight upgrade walk from the parking lot to the hotel - about 8 minutes. The hotel does have a terrace from …
On our visit with a tour company, we had many elderly folk who did the slight upgrade walk from the parking lot to the hotel - about 8 minutes. The hotel does have a terrace from which to view the Elbe river and the valley below with small villages and farms, but only a small portion of those famous rock forms are visible from the terrace. Take your relatives to the stairs and see if they can climb down them and, later, up them. I think there were about 25 . The stairs have railings and the rise between each step is comfortable. The bridge that connects the rock formations is flat, paved, and wide enough for at least 3 people. The bridge is quite long with excellent views. Beyond the bridge, there is a small charge to see the remains of the old medieval fort which might be a challenge for people unstable on their feet as there are many up and down steps and narrow ramps. I might be considered elderly, but without leg/balance problems so I was able to walk to the bridge and beyond to the other rock formations with the medieval remains with no difficulty. It was a great outing!
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