Bad Schandau is a small spa town along the river Elbe.
A small cuty tram called Kirnitzschtalbahn runs there (metre guage) from the town up to the Lichtenhain Waterfall.
A part of tram was out of operation due to some troubles.
From Dresden S-bahn runs there to Decin of Czech Republic.
Small ship connected from the station to the other side of the river.
Not only S-Bahn but also international trains both passenger and freight run through the line. We can see many trains.
Near Bad Schandau, there is a national park called Saxon Switzerland.
Huge storange rocks can be seen in Bastei area.
Many Germans enjoy hiking or cycling around there.
Bad Schandau is comfortable place to stay, of course enjoyable location for railfans.
(23/Dec/2012)
