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Routes Germany Saxon Switzerland Walk Rathen to Konigstein
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Walk Rathen to Konigstein

Hiking Route · Saxon Switzerland
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Distance 16.9 km
Duration5:10 h
Ascent557 m
Descent557 m
Highest point317 m
Lowest point112 m

This morning, begin with a walk up to the world famous rocky viewpoint of the Bastei, then return to the river at Stadt Wehlen.

Take the ferry across the river, then walk via the Bärenstein rock outcrops to the impressive fortress town of Königstein, where you will overnight.

Author’s recommendation

If you fancy a break from walking, why not enjoy a game of mini golf or a massage at tonight’s hotel! The restaurant serves delicious and typically Saxon culinary creations, so it’s a great idea to relax with a beer or glass of wine and a dish of the region.
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Minna Harshbarger
Update: April 03, 2019
Highest point
317 m
Lowest point
112 m

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Tips and hints

If you have a chance we would recommend a visit to the “Felsenburg”, the entrance just before Basteibrücke.

You can easily shorten your walk by taking the old-timer bus to the center of Wehlen. The so called“Bastei-Kraxler” takes you there in about 25 minutes and leaves hourly from 10.25hrs to 16.25hrs, exceptfrom 13.25hrs. (€ 5.00 per person).

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Rathen (121 m)
Coordinates:
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50.959322, 14.082386
DMS
50°57'33.6"N 14°04'56.6"E
UTM
33U 435555 5645702
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Destination

Konigstein

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The App is designed to be used in conjunction with our traditional documentation. We have recently embarked on a conversion initiative to bring the two elements together, and this itinerary will be covered in due course.

In the meantime, using the two elements alongside each other should go a long way to ensure you have a safe, enjoyable and problem free day.

Coordinates

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50.959322, 14.082386
DMS
50°57'33.6"N 14°04'56.6"E
UTM
33U 435555 5645702
w3w 
///grapevine.delude.bash
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A sturdy pair of walking trainers are adequate for this route if you don't wish to wear hiking boots. Along with your usual kit for a day walking in the elements make sure you pack an extra layer, a full set of waterproof and windproof layers
The most beautiful hikes in Saxon Switzerland
Germany › Saxony › Sächsische Schweiz-Osterzgebirge › Stadt Wehlen

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Distance
16.9 km
Duration
5:10 h
Ascent
557 m
Descent
557 m
Highest point
317 m
Lowest point
112 m

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