Wehlen to Rathewalde via Bastei and Amselsee

• Partial closure Felsenbühne box office: Following storm damage on 31 July 2026 between Rathen and Hohnstein, the turn-off from the Basteiweg to the Felsenbühne ticket office remains closed. Further information: https://nationalpark-saechsische-schweiz.de/en/warnings/eilmeldung-waldsperrung • 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 Popular circular route in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This is a fantastic hike from Wehlen railway station to the Bastei and then on past the Amselsee lake and the spa town of Rathen (refreshments available). From Wehlen railway station, the route goes to the ferry, which then crosses the Elbe (check the timetable and prices). Not only the famous Bastei, the landmark of Saxon Switzerland, but also many other impressive rock formations such as the Neurathen rock castle await you along the route. Especially in the area around the Bastei, this trail offers fantastic views down into the Polenztal valley and across the Elbe. Highlights of the hike: - Wehlener Grund - Bastei bridge - Kanapee viewpoint with a view of the Elbe - Schwedenlöcher - Rathewalder Mill - Blackbird Lake - Rathen health resort - Open-air rock theatre Neurathen