Füllhölzerweg und kleine Bastei

• Partial closure Amselgrund: Amselsee and the Amselgrund stretch from Rathen to the Schwedenlöcher junction have been closed since 31 July 2026 following storm damage. Further information: https://nationalpark-saechsische-schweiz.de/en/warnings/eilmeldung-waldsperrung • Forest closure following storm damage: Following a storm on 31 July, the area is closed for clearance work and due to the danger posed by fallen trees. Further information: https://nationalpark-saechsische-schweiz.de/warnungen/eilmeldung-waldsperrung The route starts opposite the spa town of Rathen, which is not accessible by car as a climatic health resort. A small ferry takes you across to the other side, where the beautiful hike in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains begins. Passing the famous Bastei and Bastei Bridge, you head towards the rock face and slowly leave the crowds of visitors behind you. Finally, the path leads back to Rathen, where you started the tour.