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title: "Ferdinand view at the Bastei bridge"
url: "https://www.saechsische-schweiz.de/en/poi/ferdinand-view"
description: "The Ferdinandaussicht overlook is located on the Ferdinandstein, just a few meters from the Bastei Bridge. From here, a striking view opens up onto the bridge and the rocky landscape of the national park. The combination of whimsical rock formations and historic architecture makes this spot particularly impressive.The viewpoint is one of the best-known in the area and is a popular spot for photographers. The lighting is especially atmospheric in the morning, when the rising sun illuminates the bridge. Access is via a short side path near the bridge, and the viewpoint is reached by a few steps.The area is not large and is located slightly off the main path."
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Ferdinand view at the Bastei bridge
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- Viewpoint/viewing tower

Rock formations and a stone bridge in a green forest landscape at sunset, with a colorful sky in the background.

Snow-covered rock formations and a stone bridge at sunrise, surrounded by snow-covered trees, create a peaceful winter landscape.

Sepiafarbenes historisches Bild der Basteibrücke mit Holzgeländer und Menschen auf der Brücke

Viewpoint with a direct view of the stone Bastei Bridge and the surrounding rocky panorama.

 The Ferdinandaussicht overlook is located on the Ferdinandstein, just a few meters from the Bastei Bridge. From here, a striking view opens up onto the bridge and the rocky landscape of the national park. The combination of whimsical rock formations and historic architecture makes this spot particularly impressive.The viewpoint is one of the best-known in the area and is a popular spot for photographers. The lighting is especially atmospheric in the morning, when the rising sun illuminates the bridge. Access is via a short side path near the bridge, and the viewpoint is reached by a few steps.

The area is not large and is located slightly off the main path.

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Openings

The Ferdinandaussicht is in principle always open.

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Price info

There is no entrance fee to visit the Ferdinandaussicht.

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General information

- Parking Available

Eligibility

- Suitable for any weather
- for Groups

Payment methods

Entrance Free

Directions & Parking facilities

Limited parking spaces.

P+R parking lot with bus connection available

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Contact person

Touristinformation Stadt Wehlen/Lohmen Markt 7

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