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Elbe Sandstone Mountains, Bad Schandau

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#2 of 12 in Nature in Saxony

Straddling the border of Germany and the Czech Republic, Elbe Sandstone Mountains were carved by erosion and are divided by the Elbe, which flows through them in a narrow valley. The mountains are made up of many microclimates, such as forested areas, plains, and ravines, providing astounding ecological diversity. Visit the national park and make use of the many hiking trails or cycle routes. Rock climbers are lured here by more than 700 summits. An eco-friendly streetcar limits car traffic inside the park. Use our Bad Schandau day trip tool to arrange your visit to Elbe Sandstone Mountains and other attractions in Bad Schandau.

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Prague Small-Group Day Trip: Elbe Sandstones Natural Reservation Including Elbe Canyon and Bastei Sandstone Bridge BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $182

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By Rinah B On March 10, 2018

Ein bisschen Wandern, ein bisschen die Seele ruhen lassen, wo geht das besser als in der " puren Natur". Ich schätze diese freie Zeit, den sie lässt mich auftanken. Ich genieße die Schönheit und die R... more »

Hiking a bit, a little bit the soul leave, where doing that better than in "pure nature". I appreciate this free time, which she can refuel me. I enjoy the beauty and the peace and quiet here. I was under the week here, accordingly quiet I could explore the surroundings. With the Kirnitzschtalbahn, direction Lichtenhain waterfall we started of bad Schandau. By out it is not far, until to the first station I hike the "cowshed" over next to the Idagrotte and run stairs continue to the strong. I spend a great day here, one of the most beautiful hiking areas I've ever been really.

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By erwineinhorn On March 2, 2018

Wer die Natur liebt, draußen glücklich ist, gerne Wald riecht, Felsen anfasst, verschlungene Schluchten entdeckt und atemberaubende Aussichten genießt ist hier mehr als richtig. Die Sächsische Schweiz... more »

Who loves the nature, is out there happy, smells like forest, touching rocks, discovered winding canyons and breathtaking views enjoys here is more than right. The Saxon Switzerland has so much to offer, all to write down certainly beyond the scope of a review. Best you pass even once, rents are affordable accommodation and explores the nature and rock spectacle. It is also one of the world's finest sport climbing areas. I always again happy to come here.

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By boileauerick On February 28, 2018

Une des plus belle region d'Allemagne avec des touristes surtout a des endroits limites, on peut marcher des journees tranquille, Prague est a 1:30 more »

One of the most beautiful region of Germany with tourists especially places limits, you can walk quiet days, Prague is at 1:30

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By Alfred Thurnreiter On August 4, 2018

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By Robert Goldberg On August 8, 2018

Unweit der Elbflorenz Metropole Dresden. Nach langem habe ich nach dem Bastei und die Elbsandsteingebirge gesehnt. Ein einmaliger Landschaft in Deutschland. Die Elbe kannte ich bisher in Norddeutschland, und nun war ich hier und bin total begeistert von diese einmalige Landschaften. Eine aus Natur mit menschlichen Hilfe ist diese Bastei entstanden. Ein Felsformation mit dem Panoramablick der Elbtäler. Vom Rathenau Bahnhof mit der Fähre übersetzen, dann ein steiler Aufstieg an diversen Felsformationen vorbei. Nach ca. 1 Stunde ist man angekommen. Unweit des Basteis ist ein Hotel und Restaurant. Für die Personen die nicht ganz so fit sind, kann man bis zum Hotel hochfahren, jedoch bis zum Bastei sind es immer noch 10 Minuten zu Fuß. Wir sind von Dresden mit dem S-Bahn nach Rathenau gefahren. Zurück nach Dresden mit dem E-Fahrrad. ca. 35 Kilometer. Ein tolles Ausflugsziel!

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Close to the Florence on the Elbe metropolis of Dresden. After a long time, I have longed for the bastion and the Elbe sandstone mountains. A unique landscape in Germany. So far, I knew the river Elbe in Northern Germany, and now I was here and am totally excited by this unique landscapes. One occurred this bastion of nature with human help. A rock formation overlooking the Elbe river valleys. The Rathenau station ferry translate, then a steep climb on various rock formations passing. After about 1 hour you arrive. Not far from the raffia ice is a hotel and restaurant. For those who are less fit, you can drive up to the hotel, but to the Bastei is still 10 minutes on foot. We drove from Dresden with the S-Bahn to Rathenau. Back to Dresden with the E-bike. approx. 35 km. A great destination!

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By Michiel Ruud On August 12, 2018

Sehr schön, aber nur auf der tschechischen Seite, die deutsche Seite ist überlaufen und überteuert (Abzocke)

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Very nice, but only on the Czech side, the German side is crowded and overpriced (RIP)

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By Anika Werkmeister On August 2, 2018

Tolle Strecken und wenn man die Touristeninformation auslässt auch gut zu laufen

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Great routes and if you leave out the tourist office to run well

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By Lenka Brunclíková On May 8, 2018

Krásné místo...ceny restaurace relativně v pohodě..na to..že suroviny vozí lanovkou nahoru...

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A beautiful place ... the prices restaurants relatively cool. for it. take the cable car up the raw materials ...

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