Adventures In Saxony, Germany (Saxon Switzerland & Dresden)
From the Bastei Bridge, and the Elbe Sandstone Mountains in Saxon Switzerland,, to Dresden's beautiful architecture, it’s time to get to know Saxony in Germany.
Last month Macca from An Adventurous World and I headed off on an epic adventure with two very different elements. We explored the stunning natural landscapes of Saxon Switzerland, hiking around the Bastei, checking out the Bastei Bridge and some stunning waterfalls and viewpoints too.
We also visited Dresden, to see the stunning architecture of a city that has been almost entirely rebuilt.
Although I've visited Germany five times, this trip showed me a whole new side to the country. I can't wait to see more soon!
Big thanks to Germany Tourism and Saxony Tourism for inviting us to explore this beautiful region of Germany! As always all opinions are our own.
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Saxon-Switzerland National Park
Just half an hour out of Dresden is a place of incredible natural beauty. It’s a place where you can hike for days amongst soaring mountains, lush green valleys, trickling streams, quaint little villages and towering pine forests. It really is one of the most beautiful places I’ve seen and in this video I show you how to get to my favourite spot!
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Lost in Saxon Switzerland National Park, Germany
Getting Lost on Our Hike in Saxon Switzerland!
We decided to switch up trails on our hike near Dresden, Germany // the Czech Republic border, & whaddayakno.. we got lost. Hehe. Oh yeah, & we ran out of Gatorade, had to hike up a mountain twice, Zack's phone died, & mine was on low battery. BUT all in all we managed to still laugh lots, & have fun! Life isn't about the adversities you face, but HOW you choose to face them!
Hiking in Saxon Switzerland is definitely a great outdoor activity in Germany! There are multiple trails + stunning views. We recommend stopping by here if you are ever in Germany, & are outdoorsy!
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SAXONY, GERMANY Travel Video | Dresden, Bohemian Saxon Switzerland
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I spent a whole week in Saxony, Germany together with my friend Laura and her family. We explored beautiful Bohemian Saxon Switzerland National Park, visited Dresden for a couple of days, and relaxed for the rest of the week in Laura's home town. Hope you enjoy this travel video! :)
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- Neustadt (alternative part of the city)
- Museum of Military History (super interesting)
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Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony, Germany, May 2015 - Day 1 (Malerweg Sections 1 & 2)
Hiking in Germany's Saxon Switzerland National Park, incorporating sections of the Malerweg Trail, with my friend from Vienna, Markus Schellhorn, May 2015. Our base was a campsite in the village of Mittelndorf, not far from Bad Schandau, south-east of Dresden. Together with the Bohemian Switzerland in the Czech Republic, the Saxon Switzerland region forms the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. Saxon Switzerland alone has some 1,000 climbing peaks, as well as several hollows. The area is popular with Dresden locals and international climbers alike. It is one of the most beautiful places I have ever been to.
Saxon Switzerland - Alongside the Elbe | Discover Germany
Saxon Switzerland is a national park around the Elbe valley south-east of Dresden which forms part of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. Like the many painters who were based here in the 18th century, modern day tourists often set out on the River Elbe to explore this romantic landscape by boat.
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Hiking the Bastei Bridge in Bad Schandau, Germany | Saxon Switzerland National Park
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The Bastei is a rock formation towering 194 metres above the Elbe River in Saxon Switzerland National Park.
Originally the Gals and I ended up right in the smack-middle of the National Park thinking we could get hike to the bridge from there. After a mile or so, we found out it wasn't so.
We actually had to get back on to the train from the Visitor's Center and take it like two stops up to Bad Schandau where it drops you off in this picturesque German town.
From there you must take a ferry to take you to the other side of the town (that is the first clip of the video). The ferry takes literally 5 minutes and it moves incredibly slow. Once you get to the other side of the town, you follow the signs that say Bastei and it is a 45 minute (or so) hike from base to the top.
Once up there it is literally breathtaking. The walk up is not too bad but pretty exhaustive at some points - fret not, there are some great stops along the way where you can just enjoy the pure beauty of nature.
Along the way up you will begin to see the rock formations which just excites you even more and pushes you to not stop. Crazy enough we caught a lot of rain but once it settled, you were able to see the smoke like feature of the cool air hitting the rocks - it was magical.
If you get hungry or want to award yourself with a beer, there are a couple of spots at the very top of the mountain in which you can enjoy a quick bite while enjoying the view.
This was one of the main things I wanted to do when planning my trip to Germany and was so happy once I got to cross it off my list. Hope you all enjoyed!
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Saxon Switzerland Park, Germany
Follow Us as we tour and enjoy the wonders of nature in the Saxon Switzerland Park located in Saxony, Germany.
This park with beautiful landscapes which stretches for about 93km between Pirna, Germany and the Czech border adjoins the Bohemian Switzerland National Park in the Czech Republic. Some 700 or more summits are available to rock climbers, and there are about 400 square kilometres of hiking trails. Routes are also available for cyclists through this National Park.
Not forgetting to mention that it was an exciting drive across the border from the Czech Republic to Germany, with the car cruising at an unthinkable speed once it drifted onto the Deutsche Autobahn!
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Beautiful Saxon Switzerland (Sächsische Schweiz) is located 30 km southeast of Dresden (close to the border with the Czech Republic) and 150 km from Prague.
The region is well-known for its national park with beautiful landscapes, sandy rocks and of course the famous Bastei Bridge. People come here for hiking, climbing & cycling or in order to visit the magnificent castles & fortresses.
Getting around is easy: you have the choice of a wide spread network of busses and trains. Ferry boats cross the river Elbe & cruises on historical steam boats are also available.
If you’re flying in, the closest airports are Dresden, Leipzig and Prague. If you want to continue your journey by public transport you can catch a regional train to one of the main towns, Pirna, Königstein or Bad Schandau. But there is also a good bus network serving the area.
Btw, the Euro City Trains (EC) between Prague and Berlin are calling at Bad Schandau several times a day. So why not stop here for a day or two to enjoy a visit of Saxon Switzerland National Park?!
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Saxon Switzerland (Germany) - a miracle of nature between Dresden & Prague: Let yourself be enchanted by the ancient and mythically beautiful natural landscape!
With more than 700 km2 of space, it is one of Europe's last large wildernesses, ideal for hiking, climbing and cycling or just a relaxed day out. The famous Bastei Bridge, but also magnificent castles and fortresses are well worth paying a visit. The most beautiful parts of this region are protected as a cross-border national park.
Beautiful Saxon Switzerland (Sächsische Schweiz) is located 30 km southeast of Dresden (close to the border with the Czech Republic) and 150 km from Prague.
If you’re flying in, the closest airports are Dresden, Leipzig and Prague. If you want to continue your journey by public transport you can catch a regional train to one of the main towns, Pirna, Königstein or Bad Schandau. But there is also a good bus network serving the area.
Btw, the Euro City Trains (EC) between Prague and Berlin are calling at Bad Schandau several times a day. So why not stop here for a day or two to enjoy a visit of Saxon Switzerland National Park?!
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Family trip to gorgeous Bastei Bridge in Saxon Switzerland National Park, Germany
So I started searching for the coolest nature sites to see between Berlin and Prague to break up the 3 1/2 weeks of cities we will be in. I stumbled across this incredible wonder called Bastei.
It’s a series of bridges leading across sandstone peaks that used to be a fortress in the 1300’s.
I can’t believe I’ve never heard of this place before, it should really be on everyone’s bucket list of places to visit.
Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony, Germany, May 2015 - Day 2 (Malerweg Section 4)
Hiking in Germany's Saxon Switzerland National Park, incorporating sections of the Malerweg Trail, with my friend from Vienna, Markus Schellhorn, May 2015. Our base was a campsite in the village of Mittelndorf, not far from Bad Schandau, south-east of Dresden. Together with the Bohemian Switzerland in the Czech Republic, the Saxon Switzerland region forms the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. Saxon Switzerland alone has some 1,000 climbing peaks, as well as several hollows. The area is popular with Dresden locals and international climbers alike. It is one of the most beautiful places I have ever been to.
FORGET PRAGUE ! (VISIT HERE INSTEAD) - BOHEMIAN SWITZERLAND, CZECH REPUBLIC PART 1
We travel to Bohemian Switzerland National Park, perhaps the MOST Beautiful Place in the entire Czech Republic. Find out, what makes this national park so unique and a MUST Visit if you go to Prague or other areas of Czechia. We even show you some Chronicles of Narnia Film Sites . Special thanks to Northern Hikes and Czech Tourism for working with us to help bring us to these amazing places. An extra thanks to the 12 other travel creators I spent time with (all their links are below). Subscribe for more travel adventures from around the world !
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Trains, ferry, hiking: We help you through the logistical nightmare that is getting from Dresden to the Bastei Bridge.
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I visited Saxon Switzerland National Park which is located in the German State of Saxony, close to the state capital Dresden. Also close to the Czech border.
My hiking route on that day (Rathen - Schwedenlöcher - Bastei - Felsenburg Neurathen - Wehlen, pdf version for download available):
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The awesome looking via ferrata hike which I mentioned in the video:
(a thank you to Lars Reichenberg for the photos).
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Ich habe den Nationalpark Sächsische Schweiz besucht, der sich im Bundesland Sachsen befindet und in der Nähe von Dresden ist. Die tschechische Grenze ist ebenfalls nicht weit entfernt.
Meine Wanderroute an dem Tag (Rathen - Schwedenlöcher - Bastei - Felsenburg Neurathen - Wehlen, eine pdf Version zum Download verfügbar):
Die wahnsinnig coole Klettersteig Tour, die ich im Video erwähnt habe:
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Saxony Switzerland in Autumn
Here´s my short Clip from the Saxony Switzerland in Autumn. I hope you enjoy it :)
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Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony, Germany, May 2015 - Day 3 (A walk around Waitzdorf)
Hiking in Germany's Saxon Switzerland National Park, incorporating sections of the Malerweg Trail, with my friend from Vienna, Markus Schellhorn, May 2015. Our base was a campsite in the village of Mittelndorf, not far from Bad Schandau, south-east of Dresden. Together with the Bohemian Switzerland in the Czech Republic, the Saxon Switzerland region forms the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. Saxon Switzerland alone has some 1,000 climbing peaks, as well as several hollows. The area is popular with Dresden locals and international climbers alike. It is one of the most beautiful places I have ever been to.
Saxon Switzerland | Sächsische Schweiz 2017
Саксонская Швейцария (нем. Sächsische Schweiz) — германская часть Эльбских Песчаниковых гор. Она находится на верхнем течении реки Эльба недалеко от Дрездена.
Als Sächsische Schweiz wird der deutsche Teil des Elbsandsteingebirges in Sachsen bezeichnet. Die durch bizarre Felsformen geprägte Landschaft liegt südöstlich von Dresden beiderseits der Elbe im Landkreis Sächsische Schweiz-Osterzgebirge.
Saxon Switzerland (German: Sächsische Schweiz) is a hilly climbing area and national park around the Elbe valley south-east of Dresden in Saxony, Germany. Together with the Bohemian Switzerland in the Czech Republic it forms the Elbe Sandstone Mountains.
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Saxon Switzerland National Park , is a National Park in the German Free State of Saxony, near the Saxon capital Dresden.
It covers two areas of 93.5 square kilometres in the heart of the German part of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, which is often called (the) Saxon Switzerland.
The National Park adjoins Bohemian Switzerland National Park in the Czech Republic.
The National Park is the centre of a natural area of almost 710 square kilometres.
This region is called Saxon Switzerland and is cultivated by humans in many places.
Some smaller towns and villages like Bad Schandau or Königstein in the district of Sächsische Schweiz are part of this region.
The core area of the National Park has a quiescent area of 40% and is covered almost completely by forest.
The status of National Park, which grants the highest natural protection in Germany, was established in 1990.
Saxon Switzerland is an intensively fissured and rocky canyon landscape.
The highest peak of the National Park is at 556 metres above sea level but only in short distance to the valley of the Elbe river at 110 to 120 metres.
It offers several different habitats and microclimate zones due to its strong vertical division.
The National Park still hosts some forms of forest without human intervention, which is an exception in central Europe.
The special forms of mountain forest and gorge forest are endangered in Europe generally.
Because of the sabulous soil and the fissures many places in that area are drier than normal for the temperate zone and offers rough conditions.
This makes this area so special.
The National Parks are, in some cases, in conflict with tourism and recreation.
One objective is to raise the inviolate area to 75%, which means limiting the areas of hiking and climbing.
Today there are some 400 kilometres of hiking paths, 49.9 kilometres of biking paths, and 755 climbing locations with around 12,600 possibilities of climbing routes.
The National Park is part of a larger region that serves as a recreation area close to Dresden.
Bad Schandau has a station in the EuroCity network and is some 45 minutes away from Dresden.
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