The most beautiful places in Bohemian Switzerland
The most beautiful part of the border between the Czech Republic and Germany
The most beautiful part of the Czech-German border is occupied by the Bohemian Switzerland National Park, the Sächsische Schweiz National Park and the Elbe Sandstone Protected Landscape Area. It is a beautiful area of table mountains, sandstone towers, deep forests and the river Elbe.
Pravčická brána
The largest sandstone arch in Europe
Pravčická brána is one of the largest natural attractions in the Czech Republic. It is the largest sandstone arch in Europe, located in the Czech Switzerland National Park. continue reading
Bastei
The famous rock bridge
This rock bridge in the Saxon Switzerland National Park is one of the most popular places. In Czech it is called Baštou. The rock bridge is just a reminder of Neurathen Castle. The bridge is 76 meters long. According to the latest information, what I have is said to be no longer allowed on him. The rocks on which it stands are in a desolate state and there is a risk of the bridge collapsing. continue reading
Tiske Rocks
A beautiful rock town
Tiske rocks are located at the very end of the protected area of Labské pískovce are among the most beautiful rock towns in the Czech Republic. You can find both the rocky towers and the magnificent views from the rock massif. continue reading
Lilienstein
The most beautiful Table Mountain
Lilienstein (415 meters above sea level) has the reputation of being the most beautiful table sandstone mountain above the Elbe valley. It is a symbol of Saxon Switzerland National Park continue reading
Swedish pits
Rock pass in Saxon Switzerland
The Swedish pits are a short distance from Bastei. It is a beautiful rock pass, which is very neglected, thanks to the most popular place in Saxon Switzerland. I can only recommend going through the Swedish pits from Basteie. It is similar to going to Adršpach, Prachovské skály or Český ráj and not many people are here. continue reading
Canyon of Elbe River
Europe's most massive sandstone canyon
Between Děčín and Hřensko, river Elbe flows through the fairytale landscape of sandstone rocks. The most valuable part of this area is protected in the NPR Canyon of the Elbe. It is the biggest sandstone canyon in Europe. The most beautiful views of this place are from the famous Belvedere viewpoint and Pink Ridge continue reading
Děčínský Sněžník
The highest table mountain in the Czech Republic
Děčínský Sněžník (723 m above sea level) is not only the highest mountain in the Děčín Hills but it is mainly the highest and largest table mountain in the Czech Republic. The mountain is also interesting because its edge is lined with high sandstone towers. From the edge of the table mountain there is an amazing view of all sides. You will also find one of the oldest look-out towers in the Czech Republic. continue reading
Königstein Fortress
The biggest fortress in Europe
Fortress founded by Czech King Václav III. is the largest fortress in Europe. The tower system has a circumference of 2 km and it reaches a height of over 40 meters. This has made this fortress unreliable for centuries. Here you can see a cross-section of history from the Middle Ages to almost the present. The tour takes care of all day! continue reading
Pfaffenstein
The mountain of the same name with a lookout tower
The unmissable Table Mountain Pfaffenstein. You can get to the top from both sides only by a rock pass. Upstairs is a beautiful lookout tower with a cottage, where you can refresh yourself. The inn was built here in 1852. There is a beautiful view of the surroundings and with its 32 rocks is the most important table mountain in Saxon Switzerland in terms of climbing. continue reading
Děčín Chateaux
Chateau at the confluence of the Elbe and Ploučnic
Beautifully located on the sandstone rock stands Decin. No one is surprised that the castle originally stood here. Interesting is also the access road to the castle – carved into sandstone. continue reading
