Accessible activities
The impressive natural and cultural landscape of the Saxon Switzerland National Park region is characterised in many places by remote rock paths, steep climbs and root-covered trails. Nevertheless, the national park region also offers barrier-free and low-barrier attractions that enable people with and without disabilities to enjoy the breathtaking landscape.
Some well-known places, such as Königstein Fortress, the Rathen open-air theatre, the Bastei, parts of the Waldhusche adventure area and the passenger lift in Bad Schandau, are barrier-free. The National Park Centre in Bad Schandau is also barrier-free. Guided tours for people with visual, hearing or learning disabilities are available by arrangement. Individually tailored programmes are available for groups.
The Saxon Switzerland Tourism Board offers more information on barrier-free or low-barrier routes and offers.
Some of the information centres in the national park are accessible as well.
Barrier-free travel
The local public transport in the national park region is accessible for people with disabilities. However, not all means of travel are fully barrier-free. We recommend researching or asking about accessibility options beforehand to guarantee a comfortable visit.
By train
The Deutsche Bahn Mobility Service Centre offers comprehensive information and support for travellers with disabilities. To ensure reliable assistance from service staff, it is recommended that you register in good time, by 8 p.m. at the latest on the day before your journey.
Mobility Service Centre
Telephone: +4930 65212888
Email: msz@deutschebahn.com
Boarding assistance for passengers with reduced mobility
on the Dresden – Schöna S-Bahn line:
Telephone: +49351 2068290 (up to 30 minutes before departure)
By bus
Almost all regional buses are accessible.
Contact:
RVSOE (regional public transport)
Telephone: +493501 7111 300
By Kirnitzschtalbahn
The Kirnitzschtalbahn (the only tram in the national park region, going into the Kirnitzsch valley) is accessible for wheelchairs. The start and end stations (Bad Schandau Kurpark and Lichtenhainer Wasserfall) are barrier-free and mobility ramps make it easier to get in and out of the tram. Because of limited space in the tram, it is recommended to book 5 working days ahead.
Contact:
RVSOE (regional public transport)
Telephone: +493501 7111 300
Email: einsatz.badschandau@rvsoe.de
By ferry
The Elbe can be crossed by ferry at several points. Depending on the landing stage, there are ramps or wedges that allow wheelchair access. Please note that in the event of extremely low or high water levels, access to the ferries may be restricted or even impossible.
Contact:
RVSOE (regional public transport)
Telephone: +493501 7111 300
By steamboat
Some paddle steamers operated by Sächsische Dampfschifffahrt offer limited access for wheelchair users. Advance booking is recommended to ensure that your trip goes smoothly.
Contact:
Sächsische Dampfschifffahrt
Telephone: +49351 866090
Email: service@sdsgruppe.de