Wehlen to Rathewalde via Bastei and Amselsee

• Partial closure Felsenbühne box office: Following storm damage on July 31, 2026, between Rathen and Hohnstein, the turnoff from Basteiweg to the Felsenbühne ticket office remains closed. More information: https://nationalpark-saechsische-schweiz.de/en/warnings/eilmeldung-waldsperrung • Partial closure Amselgrund: Amselsee and the Amselgrund section from Rathen to the Schwedenlöcher junction have been closed since July 31, 2026, due to storm damage. More information: https://nationalpark-saechsische-schweiz.de/en/warnings/eilmeldung-waldsperrung • 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 loop 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 symbol of Saxon Switzerland, but many other impressive rock formations such as the Felsenburg Neurathen are waiting here along the route. Especially in the area around the bastion, this path offers fantastic views down into the Polenztal and over the Elbe. Highlights of the hike: - No reason - Bastei Bridge - Kanapee vantage point with a view of the Elbe - Sweden holes - Rathewald mill - Amselsee - Spa Rathen - Neurathen open-air rock stage