Saxon Switzerland is a sandstone area around the Elbe valley south-east of Dresden in Saxony, adjoining Bohemian Switzerland in the Czech Republic. The national park was created in September 1990; well-known spots include the Bastei in the Rathen area, the Polenz valley, Brand and Uttewalder Grund. There are about 14,000 climbing routes on more than 1,100 rock pinnacles.
The Saxon rules, dating from the early 20th century, are considered one of the origins of free climbing: ropes and rings may be used only for safety, never to make progress, chalk, nuts and cams are banned, and knotted slings are used between the rings. Even jumps between neighbouring towers have their own grades. Climb only on dry sandstone and follow the national park rules.
Part of Saxony, Saxon Switzerland has 14 via ferrata routes documented on climbing.place. Explore its 1 areas below.