Look forward to a boat trip from Bad Schandau through Saxon Switzerland to Pillnitz and back. See bizarre and impressive sandstone formations and romantic villages alongside the beautiful riverbanks of the Elbe.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Vouchers must be exchanged for tickets.
- Duration 7 hours
- Starting times 12:00 AM, 9:30 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Host or greeter
- German
- Audio guide
- German, English
Experience
Highlights
- Enjoy a boat trip on a traditional paddle steamer
- See an incomparable landscape and relish the view
- Discover the small picturesque villages in the National Park Saxon Switzerland
Full description
Discover a unique landscape from this historic paddle steamer and enjoy the journey along the Elbe River from Bad Schandau to Pillnitz and back. You can admire the prettiest scenes of the Elbe valley in the Nation Park Saxon Switzerland.
Discover the picturesque Old Town with the Canaletto-House and the church St. Marien. Also pay a visit to Sonnenstein Castle for a fantastic view of Pirna.
Take a closer look at the 250-meter high Fortress in Koenigstein and the impressive bastion rocks, Basteifelsen, in Kurort Rathen. Settle back and enjoy a delicious cake and specialty coffees while passing small picturesque villages. The National Park Saxon Switzerland, with its diverse flora and fauna, is a paradise for hikers and climbers.
Includes
- Boat trip between Bad Schandau and Pillnitz
- Pick up or drop-off
- Food or drink
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Participants
Date
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Meeting point
Saxon Steamship ticket kiosk, An der Elbe, 01814 Bad Schandau.
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What to bring
- Student card
- Disability card
Not allowed
- Smoking
Know before you go
- Voucher must be exchanged for a valid ticket at the meeting point up to 20 minutes before departure
- Student or disability ID card must be presented on the day if applicable to your booking
- In case of extremely high or low water levels, the timetable may change or certain trips may be canceled
