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Sandstone rock formations, a river gorge boat ride, the most photographed bridge in Germany, and a medieval fortress above the Elbe. Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland is the most dramatic landscape day trip from Prague — and one of the least expected.
Bohemian Switzerland sits 130 km north of Prague — just 90 minutes by private car. A national park of sandstone towers, rock arches, and river gorges straddling the Czech-German border. Most people in Prague have never heard of it. Those who go rarely forget it.
WHAT AWAITS YOU:
✦ Pravčická Gate — the largest natural sandstone arch in Europe, 26 metres high. A 45-minute forest walk from Hřensko village leads to the arch and panoramic views across the park into Germany.
✦ Edmund Gorge — a narrow gorge carved by the Kamenice river, navigated by flat-bottomed wooden boat. Gorge walls rise 30 metres above the water on each side. Available April through October.
✦ Bastei Bridge — a 19th-century stone bridge connecting sandstone rock towers 194 metres above the Elbe. The iconic image of Saxon Switzerland and one of the great panoramas of Central Europe.
✦ Königstein Fortress — a vast medieval fortress on a 240-metre sandstone plateau above the Elbe. Never taken by siege. Views across the entire Saxon valley.
CZECH SIDE ONLY — A SHORTER OPTION:
Prefer a quieter, more nature-focused day? We offer a Czech-side-only version of this tour: a scenic forest walk through the national park, the Edmund Gorge boat ride through the narrow canyon, and the walk to Pravčická Gate. No crossing into Germany — just the forest, the river, and the rock. Ideal for those who prefer nature over fortresses, or want a less intense day.
TOUR DETAILS:
✦ Duration: 10 hours door-to-door (Czech side only: 7 hours)
✦ Departure: From your Prague hotel, 8:00–8:30 AM
✦ Language: English · Russian · Ukrainian · Chinese
✦ Group size: Private — your group only
✦ Entrance fees: Paid separately at each site (~€20–30 per person total)
✦ Border crossing: Fully open, no passport check required
PRICING:
✦ Up to 3 people: €350
✦ Up to 5 people: €550
✦ Up to 20 people (Mercedes Sprinter): €650
Price includes private vehicle, driver-guide for the full day, and hotel pickup and drop-off in Prague. No prepayment required. Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the tour.
Sandstone rock formations, a river gorge boat ride, the most photographed bridge in Germany, and a medieval fortress above the Elbe. Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland is the most dramatic landscape day trip from Prague — and one of the least expected.
Bohemian Switzerland sits 130 km north of Prague — just 90 minutes by private car. A national park of sandstone towers, rock arches, and river gorges straddling the Czech-German border. Most people in Prague have never heard of it. Those who go rarely forget it.
WHAT AWAITS YOU:
✦ Pravčická Gate — the largest natural sandstone arch in Europe, 26 metres high. A 45-minute forest walk from Hřensko village leads to the arch and panoramic views across the park into Germany.
✦ Edmund Gorge — a narrow gorge carved by the Kamenice river, navigated by flat-bottomed wooden boat. Gorge walls rise 30 metres above the water on each side. Available April through October.
✦ Bastei Bridge — a 19th-century stone bridge connecting sandstone rock towers 194 metres above the Elbe. The iconic image of Saxon Switzerland and one of the great panoramas of Central Europe.
✦ Königstein Fortress — a vast medieval fortress on a 240-metre sandstone plateau above the Elbe. Never taken by siege. Views across the entire Saxon valley.
CZECH SIDE ONLY — A SHORTER OPTION:
Prefer a quieter, more nature-focused day? We offer a Czech-side-only version of this tour: a scenic forest walk through the national park, the Edmund Gorge boat ride through the narrow canyon, and the walk to Pravčická Gate. No crossing into Germany — just the forest, the river, and the rock. Ideal for those who prefer nature over fortresses, or want a less intense day.
TOUR DETAILS:
✦ Duration: 10 hours door-to-door (Czech side only: 7 hours)
✦ Departure: From your Prague hotel, 8:00–8:30 AM
✦ Language: English · Russian · Ukrainian · Chinese
✦ Group size: Private — your group only
✦ Entrance fees: Paid separately at each site (~€20–30 per person total)
✦ Border crossing: Fully open, no passport check required
PRICING:
✦ Up to 3 people: €350
✦ Up to 5 people: €550
✦ Up to 20 people (Mercedes Sprinter): €650
Price includes private vehicle, driver-guide for the full day, and hotel pickup and drop-off in Prague. No prepayment required. Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the tour.
"An incredible day — the rock formations at Pravčická brána were unlike anything I have seen in Europe, and the boat ride through the gorge was a highlight. Guide was excellent, very knowledgeable about both the Czech and German sides. The weather was not on our side (overcast and a bit of drizzle for most of the afternoon), which was a shame for the views from the fortress, but did not spoil the day. Would go again in better conditions."
"Great tour overall — the Bastei bridge and Königstein fortress on the Saxon side are genuinely impressive, and I appreciated that the itinerary covered both countries in one day. Guide spoke excellent English. Only minor note: the weather was a bit grey and cold, which affected the light for photos. Nothing that can be helped, of course, but something to bear in mind if you are planning the trip for photography."
"We had a wonderful day trip. The scenery through Bohemian Switzerland is dramatic and completely different from Prague — sandstone cliffs, forested gorges, the river. Our guide was very well-prepared and gave us real context for what we were seeing, not just the standard tourist commentary. The pacing was good; we never felt rushed. Highly recommend this as a day out from Prague."
