Sagenhafte Sächsische Schweiz

A magnificent picture book that spectacularly showcases the mystical landscape of Saxon Switzerland and the fairy-tale Elbe Sandstone Mountains. Deep gorges, wild forests, and bizarre rocks rising from the sea of fog: the Elbe Sandstone Mountains have long captivated artists and writers. Countless stories and legends recount times long past when knights and witches roamed the Bastei and Königstein. The expressive images by Sebastian Kaps inspire the imagination and create an extraordinary tribute to this legendary region in eastern Germany. Immerse yourself in the mystical world of Saxon Switzerland and discover the mythical places the region has to offer. The landscape, characterized by bizarre rocks and deep valleys, has always fueled people's imagination and given rise to numerous legends and stories. Visit the Teufelsturm on the Lilienstein and hear the tales of witches and devils who are said to have met there. Discover the Kaiserkrone rock and listen to the legends surrounding Emperor Frederick Barbarossa, who supposedly hid a treasure there. Or hike to the Grosser Zschand, a mysterious forest area where ghosts and goblins are said to roam. Saxon Switzerland offers not only mythical places but also a breathtaking natural backdrop that invites hiking and relaxation. Let this picture book inspire your next trip to the region or rediscover your homeland: enchanted forests and fantastic rock formations await you. With practical travel information for exploring the sites on your own, along with quotes from folk tales, legends, and myths, and expressive, atmospheric photography.