Historic yaw rope ferry that connects the two districts of Niederrathen and Oberrathen.
The motorless yaw rope ferry system in the spa town of Rathen is fascinating. Combined with the beautiful rocky landscape and the idyllic setting of Rathen, a crossing is a real experience.
Holidaymakers with a guest card from Kurort Rathen travel free of charge.
Please note that VVO tickets, Saxon Switzerland mobile guest cards and Germany tickets are not accepted on the Gierseilfähre ferry. A separate ticket must be purchased.
Different prices apply when using the motor ferry.
Ferry times
Monday to Friday: from 04.30 hrs to 00.00 hrs
Saturday, Sunday and public holidays: from 05.30 - 00.00 hrs
Last ferry crossing from Niederrathen 23:50 hrs
and from Oberrathen 23:55
Holidaymakers with a guest card from Kurort Rathen travel free of charge.
Please note that VVO tickets, Saxon Switzerland mobile guest cards and Germany tickets are not accepted on the Gierseilfähre ferry. A separate ticket must be purchased.
Different prices apply when using the motor ferry.
Ferry times
Monday to Friday: from 04.30 hrs to 00.00 hrs
Saturday, Sunday and public holidays: from 05.30 - 00.00 hrs
Last ferry crossing from Niederrathen 23:50 hrs
and from Oberrathen 23:55
