--- title: "Carolahöhe view" url: "https://www.saechsische-schweiz.de/en/poi/viewpoint-carolahoehe" description: "The Carolahöhe is located above the Bad Schandau district of Krippen. The viewpoint is just a ten-minute climb from the Berghangweg. From here, you have a wide view over the Elbe valley and the roofs of Krippen.You can see the Carola Bridge in Rathmannsdorf, Bad Schandau with the historic passenger elevator to Ostrau and the half-timbered houses of Postelwitz. This makes the Carolahöhe one of the most beautiful views around Krippen.On clear days, the view is particularly far-reaching, while in summer the foliage of the trees partially restricts the view of the Schrammsteine. A small association from Krippen takes care of the preservation and maintenance of the area. The site is freely accessible." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/1428204/bc03cbc19ed458185e96cca0ca7eb4d31b0cf28a533955a354ddd102461fc886/carolah-he-in-krippen.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Saxon Switzerland > Special > Destination.Data Details > Points of Interest" --- Share Carolahöhe view =============== - Viewpoint/viewing tower Carolahöhe in Krippen A short climb leads to a hill with a wide view over the Elbe and Bad Schandau. The Carolahöhe is located above the Bad Schandau district of Krippen. The viewpoint is just a ten-minute climb from the Berghangweg. From here, you have a wide view over the Elbe valley and the roofs of Krippen.You can see the Carola Bridge in Rathmannsdorf, Bad Schandau with the historic passenger elevator to Ostrau and the half-timbered houses of Postelwitz. This makes the Carolahöhe one of the most beautiful views around Krippen. On clear days, the view is particularly far-reaching, while in summer the foliage of the trees partially restricts the view of the Schrammsteine. A small association from Krippen takes care of the preservation and maintenance of the area. The site is freely accessible. Read more Good to know ------------ Openings Mountains/Viewpoints/View towers The Carolahöhe viewpoint is always open. Read more Price info Mountains/Viewpoints/View towers You do not have to pay an entrance fee to visit the Carolahöhe. Read more General information - Bus stop available Eligibility - for Groups - Pet allowed Payment methods Entrance Free Directions & Parking facilities Easily accessible by public transport. Train: S1 Stop: Krippen station Footpath: approx. 20 minutes Bus routes: 243 Bus stop: Krippen train station Read more Contact person TouristService Bad Schandau**TouristService Bad Schandau** Markt 1-11 01814 Bad Schandau Our recommendations ------------------- View on map - Viewpoint/viewing tower - Monument - Information centre in national park Nearby ------ View on map - Place of interest - Viewpoint/viewing tower - Mountain railway/ski lift - Viewpoint/viewing tower - Tours 22.56 km - Cycling 10.55 km - Winter hikes 10.72 km - Winter hikes Contact 01814 Bad Schandau