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Rathen

View of Königstein Fortress – Rathen, a spa town on the Elbe loop from Kurort Rathen

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Germany
Saxony
Saxon Switzerland
Rathen

View of Königstein Fortress – Rathen, a spa town on the Elbe loop from Kurort Rathen

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View of Königstein Fortress – Rathen, a spa town on the Elbe loop from Kurort Rathen

01:05

16.0km

210m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 27, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 6.38 km for 77 m

Open: • March 28-November 1, Monday-Friday: 4:50 AM-11:17 PM • November 2-March 27, Monday-Friday: 4:50 AM-11:17 PM (otherwise closed) Closed: • Saturday-Sunday

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Train Station

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482 m

View of Rathen

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The ferry takes you safely to the other side.

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3.81 km

View of Königstein Fortress

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It's always great to cycle towards Königstein from the Elbe Cycle Path. The fortress offers impressive views from many corners. This point is one of them.

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5.54 km

View of Königstein Fortress from the Elbe Cycle Path

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Definitely visit the fortress and take the whole day for it! There are not only the buildings to visit, the circular walk along the fortress walls is also worthwhile! When …

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6.55 km

View of Königstein Fortress

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7.40 km

View of Königstein Fortress

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8.06 km

View of Königstein Fortress

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Beautiful view of the Königsstein Fortress below Lilienstein.

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10.4 km

View of Lilienstein

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This view in the national park is gigantic.

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15.5 km

Rathen, a spa town on the Elbe

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Not least because of the rock stage and the open-air performances, Rathen is very popular. The real highlight is of course the Bastei. Probably the most photographed rock formation in …

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16.0 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

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10.1 km

3.08 km

1.81 km

641 m

220 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

13.2 km

1.49 km

699 m

506 m

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< 100 m

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (110 m)

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Friday 15 May

13°C

6°C

34 %

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