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A trip to the Bastei – the landmark of the Saxon Switzerland – is an absolute must when visiting the region.
The short route past the first viewpoint in the direction of Wehlgrund leads directly to the Bastei viewpoint, from where visitors can enjoy a magnificent view of the winding Elbe and the fairy-tale rock landscape of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains.
Disabled parking lot on the access road to the Bastei
Disabled parking lot on the access road to the Bastei
From the disabled parking lot on Bastei street, we walk first on the paved road to the Bastei hotel. The path to the viewpoint then leads slightly downhill on good ground to the left of the panorama restaurant. Along the way, you pass directly by the wheelchair toilet (accessible with Eurokey). Shortly before the viewpoint, we keep to the left along the railing to reach it without steps. Access to the Bastei bridge, the rock castle, and the viewpoint at Ferdinandstein is not possible by wheelchair due to many steps and long stairs.
The route is also possible from the large Bastei parking lot at the junction of Bastei street, from the country road between Lohmen and Rathewalde (at the "Bastei" caravan site). A separate bike path parallel to the road begins immediately at the parking lot and ends only at the large parking lots in front of the Bastei. This extends the distance for the round trip by 2.6 km each way.
Please note: in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, only marked trails may be used in the core zone! Fines may be imposed for non-compliance.
During the peak season and on weekends, the destination is very busy with tourists. Therefore, it is recommended to plan your visit on a weekday or early morning or late evening to fully enjoy the view from the new barrier-free viewing platform without restrictions.
Motorway A17, exit Pirna, continue to Lohmen
Disabled parking spaces are located towards the Bastei viewpoint, behind the large parking lots
The disabled parking spaces are located towards the Bastei viewpoint still behind the large parking lots! Visitors with the appropriate authorization (blue parking badge) have a signposted exception for access to this parking lot!
This route is also easily accessible with an electric wheelchair!
There is an externally accessible disabled toilet in the building of the panorama restaurant (see directions below).
Other attractions in the area, such as the Bastei bridge, the viewpoint at Ferdinandstein, and the Neurathen rock castle, are not barrier-free accessible!
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