Die Rakotzbrück or Devil’s Bridge
The Devil’s Bridge (Rakotzbrücke) was built almost 150 years ago, back in 1860. Because of the unique construction accuracy, the bridge and its reflection merge into a perfect circle, regardless of the point of observation. This extraordinary sight is beloved spot of the professional photographers.
Location: Kromlauer Park, Gablenz, Saxony, Germany
UnusualPlaces Field Notes
- Location
- Rakotzbrücke, Rhododendronpark Kromlau, Gablenz, Saxony, Germany
- Coordinates
- 51.53637, 14.64051
- Access
- Visit Rakotzbrücke on foot within the public Rhododendronpark Kromlau. Do not step onto or cross the bridge; it is protected park architecture. Paths vary in surface and may be slippery when wet. Follow signs and temporary maintenance or event restrictions.
- Admission
- The park is currently described by regional tourism as free to enter. Parking, special events and optional activities can cost extra; check local notices before visiting.
- Time needed
- No official bridge-only duration is published. Allow time for the walk from the visitor area and, if desired, a longer stroll through the wider park. The 90-minute Blütenexpress circuit is a separate optional ride, not the time required to see the bridge.
- Best season
- The park is open year-round. Rhododendrons are a spring highlight, generally around May, but bloom timing varies. No official best season is stated for the bridge itself.
- Opening hours
- The municipal visitor listing says the landscape park is open year-round and gives no fixed daily gate hours. Individual areas can be restricted during events or maintenance; check current notices.
- Location checked
- 2026-10-01
- Facts checked
- 2026-10-28
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Beautiful bridge, I would love to visit such a beautiful place! It must have been really hard making that bridge, at
least it looks tough!
ur a poo m8
I love its amazing I’ve got it on my bucket list in sept I hope it’s easy to get there I’ve been googling I show my friends the photo I live in Australia 🇦🇺