Bastei View
0.5miLength
68ftElevation gain
0.5–1hrEstimated time
Point to point
Family-friendly panoramic walk in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony.
It goes to one of the most famous rock formations in Saxon Switzerland, from which you have a unique view of the Elbe valley and the large table mountains. In the Swiss House you can learn a lot about artists and their representation of Saxon Switzerland.
Accessibility: the route is suitable for wheelchair users. However, you cannot get to the long Bastei bridge. The small stone island just before the Bastei viewpoint should be bypassed on the left, as there are steps to the right.
In the panorama restaurant Bastei you can eat and enjoy the view.
Optionally, the tour can be extended in several directions, such as the bastion itself, the bastion bridge or the Ferdinand prospect.
Highlights:
- Panoramic views
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Top sights
Echse
Peak
Taufstein
Peak
Die Steinschleuder
Attraction
Jahrhundertturm
Peak
Zugvogelspitze
Peak
Doppelkopf
Peak
Verlorener Turm
Peak
Schalk
Peak
Wartturm
Peak
Felsensportturm
Peak
Basteiturm
Peak
Steinschleuder
Peak
Bastei
Peak
Wehlgrund
Valley
Hinterer Hirschgrundturm
Peak
Assistent
Peak
Mittlerer Wehlturm
Peak
Wehlkopf
Peak
Kleiner Wehlturm
Peak
Aschelochturm
Peak
Sieberturm
Peak
Reh
Peak
Mardertelle
Valley
Schwarze Säule
Peak
Tiedgestein
Peak
Souffleur
Peak
Wehlnadel
Peak
Felsensternscheibe
Peak
Bergfreund
Peak
Wehlkegel
Peak
Pavillonwächter
Peak
Axelturm
Peak
Habicht
Peak
Basteiaussicht
Viewpoint
Wehlsteinaussicht
Viewpoint
Lochturm
Peak
Adolf-Hermann-Fels
Peak
Ferdinandturm
Peak
Basteischluchtturm
Peak
Rudolf-Holtz-Turm
Peak
Neurathener Felsentor
Peak
Pate
Peak
Langer Israel
Peak
Großer Wehlturm
Peak
Biene
Peak
Bergfreundeturm
Peak
Hirschgrundwarte
Peak
Basteiwächter
Peak
Wehlscheibe
Peak
Kanzelscheibe
Peak
Hinterer Basteiturm
Peak
Statist
Peak
Grafenspitze
Peak
Witzbold
Peak
Schneider Wibbel
Peak
Zitronenkopf
Peak
Wehlgrundspitze
Peak
Wehlgrundwächter
Peak
Grenadierturm
Peak
Bierturm
Peak
Wassermann
Peak
Bergpirat
Peak
Torsteiner Turm
Peak
Musketier
Peak
Margaretenspitze
Peak
Wehlhorn
Peak
Höhlenturm
Peak
Vorderer Hirschgrundturm
Peak
Scherge
Peak
Wilddieb
Peak
Mittlerer Hirschgrundturm
Peak
Doktor
Peak
Patient
Peak
Hirschgrundkegel
Peak
Hirschgrundscheibe
Peak
Top sights
Echse
Peak
Taufstein
Peak
Die Steinschleuder
Attraction
Jahrhundertturm
Peak
Zugvogelspitze
Peak
Doppelkopf
Peak
Verlorener Turm
Peak
Schalk
Peak
Wartturm
Peak
Felsensportturm
Peak
Basteiturm
Peak
Steinschleuder
Peak
Bastei
Peak
Wehlgrund
Valley
Hinterer Hirschgrundturm
Peak
Assistent
Peak
Mittlerer Wehlturm
Peak
Wehlkopf
Peak
Kleiner Wehlturm
Peak
Aschelochturm
Peak
Sieberturm
Peak
Reh
Peak
Mardertelle
Valley
Schwarze Säule
Peak
Tiedgestein
Peak
Souffleur
Peak
Wehlnadel
Peak
Felsensternscheibe
Peak
Bergfreund
Peak
Wehlkegel
Peak
Pavillonwächter
Peak
Axelturm
Peak
Habicht
Peak
Basteiaussicht
Viewpoint
Wehlsteinaussicht
Viewpoint
Lochturm
Peak
Adolf-Hermann-Fels
Peak
Ferdinandturm
Peak
Basteischluchtturm
Peak
Rudolf-Holtz-Turm
Peak
Neurathener Felsentor
Peak
Pate
Peak
Langer Israel
Peak
Großer Wehlturm
Peak
Biene
Peak
Bergfreundeturm
Peak
Hirschgrundwarte
Peak
Basteiwächter
Peak
Wehlscheibe
Peak
Kanzelscheibe
Peak
Hinterer Basteiturm
Peak
Statist
Peak
Grafenspitze
Peak
Witzbold
Peak
Schneider Wibbel
Peak
Zitronenkopf
Peak
Wehlgrundspitze
Peak
Wehlgrundwächter
Peak
Grenadierturm
Peak
Bierturm
Peak
Wassermann
Peak
Bergpirat
Peak
Torsteiner Turm
Peak
Musketier
Peak
Margaretenspitze
Peak
Wehlhorn
Peak
Höhlenturm
Peak
Vorderer Hirschgrundturm
Peak
Scherge
Peak
Wilddieb
Peak
Mittlerer Hirschgrundturm
Peak
Doktor
Peak
Patient
Peak
Hirschgrundkegel
Peak
Hirschgrundscheibe
Peak
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Explore this 0.5-mile point-to-point trail near Lohmen, Saxony. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 13 min to complete. This is a very popular area for walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October.
What is the expected weather this week for Bastei View?
Expected weather for Bastei View for the next 5 days is:
- Sun, September 20 - 59 degrees/drizzle
- Mon, September 21 - 58 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 22 - 62 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 60 degrees/clear
- Thu, September 24 - 59 degrees/foggy
Where is Bastei View located?
Bastei View is a trail located in Saxon Switzerland National Park.
How hard is Bastei View?
Bastei View is considered an easy hike that covers 0.5 mi, with an elevation gain of 68 ft. It takes about 0.5–1 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
What is the elevation gain for Bastei View?
Bastei View is considered an easy hike that covers 0.5 mi, with an elevation gain of 68 ft. It takes about 0.5–1 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
Is Bastei View a point to point trail?
Bastei View is a point to point trail that covers 0.5 mi, with an elevation gain of 68 ft. It takes about 0.5–1 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
How long is Bastei View?
Bastei View is a point to point trail that covers 0.5 mi, with an elevation gain of 68 ft. It takes about 0.5–1 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
Are dogs allowed on Bastei View?
Dogs may be allowed on Bastei View. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Bastei View?
April to October is the most popular time of year to visit Bastei View.
How busy is Bastei View?
According to trailgoers, Bastei View is usually very busy. April to October is the most popular time of year to visit Bastei View.
Are there scenic views at Bastei View?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Bastei View features multiple scenic viewpoints. Some of the viewpoints include Basteiaussicht and Wehlsteinaussicht.
Is Bastei View kid-friendly?
Yes, many trailgoers have described Bastei View as good for kids and families. Kid-friendly trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
Is Bastei View stroller-friendly?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Bastei View is stroller-friendly. Stroller-friendly trails are usually wider and not too steep, with minimal small obstacles like rocks or roots. Stroller-friendly trails may or may not be paved.
Is Bastei View wheelchair-friendly?
Yes, Bastei View is wheelchair-friendly. This rating is based on trail width, grade, cross-slopes, obstacles, surface firmness, and surface type. The trail may not be certified as compliant with all country-specific accessibility legal standards.
Is Bastei View paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Bastei View is partially paved.
Are there forests at Bastei View?
Yes, Bastei View is a forest trail in Saxon Switzerland National Park.
Last updated on September 20, 2026 at 1:29 am GMT+0