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Basteibrücke

Lohmen, Germany

Views

A sandstone bridge among rock towers in Saxon Switzerland, high above the Elbe.

Nearest town
Lohmen, Germany
Category
Scenic viewpoints
GPS
50.9620, 14.0726

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Germany: No motorway tolls for cars. No general motorway speed limit (130 km/h advised) and no tolls for cars.

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Campsites nearby

  • Caravanplatz zum LiliensteinblickMotorhome stopover
    2 km from Basteibrücke
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camping KönigsteinCampsite
    4 km from Basteibrücke
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Camping-Stellplatz StruppenMotorhome stopover
    5 km from Basteibrücke · 30 pitches
    TentsMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterToiletsWaste disposalWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Ostrauer MühleCampsite
    9 km from Basteibrücke · 100 pitches
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Kleine BergoaseCampsite
    10 km from Basteibrücke
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Wasserplatz PirnaMotorhome stopover
    10 km from Basteibrücke
    TentsMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip

All campsites in Germany · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Basteibrücke?

Basteibrücke is in Lohmen, Germany, at GPS 50.9620, 14.0726. It is about 5 km from Königstein.

Can you camp near Basteibrücke?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Parkplatz Kurort Rathen, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 57 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Basteibrücke?

Basteibrücke is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Saxon Switzerland and the Elbe.

What is there to see near Basteibrücke?

Places worth a stop nearby: Königstein Fortress (5 km), Edmund’s Gorge (17 km), Pravčická brána (17 km) and Tisá Rocks (20 km).

When is the best time to visit Basteibrücke?

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)