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Natural Monuments

Saxon Switzerland-East Ore Mountains

Saxon Switzerland

Ferdinandfelsen

Natural Monuments

Saxon Switzerland-East Ore Mountains

Saxon Switzerland

Ferdinandfelsen

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Ferdinandfelsen

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This Highlight is in a protected area

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Nationalpark-Kernzone

Location: Rathen, Saxon Switzerland, Saxon Switzerland-East Ore Mountains, Saxony, Germany

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irgendwohin 😗 🥾🚶‍♀️⛰ 🚴‍♀️

April 16, 2026

Hiking

The Ferdinandfelsen is a striking rock formation in Saxon Switzerland. It is one of the typical sandstone rocks of the region and offers beautiful views of the surrounding valleys and rock groups, depending on the location. The rock is part of the dense network of hiking trails around the Bastei and is often visited in connection with smaller viewpoints and climbing routes.

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September 27, 2026

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Great viewing rock with the best view of the Steinerne Brücke bridge

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August 26, 2025

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Avoid this early in the morning or late in the afternoon. 😊

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Elevation 250 m

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Location: Rathen, Saxon Switzerland, Saxon Switzerland-East Ore Mountains, Saxony, Germany

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