Bastei and Wehlstein from Waltersdorf

• Forest Closure Due to Storm Damage: Following a storm on July 31, the area is closed for cleanup efforts and due to the danger posed by fallen trees. For more information: https://nationalpark-saechsische-schweiz.de/warnungen/eilmeldung-waldsperrung Popular circular hike in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This hike starts in Waltersdorf, from where you walk through the spa town of Rathen in the direction of the Bastei. Around the world-famous landmark of Saxon Switzerland there are countless other photogenic rock formations and wonderful vantage points to discover. There are rest stops in Rathen. In Waltersdorf you can park at the Erbgericht car park, you can also arrive by bus. From there it goes over the Aspichgraben to the spa town of Rathen. From here the path becomes steep and leads up many steps to the impressive views - Bastei, Ferdinand view, Wehlstein view. Via the Hirschgrund back down into the valley and finally back along the Elbe on the Haldenweg. Highlights of the hike: - Spa Rathen - Bastei Bridge - Bastion view - Felsenburg Neurathen - View from Wehlstein - Rathewald mill - Neurathen open-air rock stage