Whether it be hill, mountain, tower or skyscraper, we’re always willing to go that extra mile, step the extra step. Especially if the end result is a stunning view.
Today, we’re on our way to Meissen, but first we travel south east. In the opposite direction. Head towards the Bastei rock formation and its famous bridge.
The pretty spa village of Rathen prohibits non-resident vehicles and those not bringing in supplies or services. We leave Beastie parked 1K uphill to fend for himself. Uphill in this instance is a long 18% incline. So we walk down before starting the climb.
There’s a certain feel good factor that’s brought on by a lovely view. It even seems enhanced if a little effort has been put in beforehand. As if all that sweat adds an extra layer of pleasure, like a sprinkling of icing sugar. There’s plenty of that available today (sweat, not icing sugar). It’s 30C as we slowly make the steep climb of a couple of hundred metres.
Forty-five minutes later, we’re almost there. Reach our first real vantage point. The languid Elbe River stretches out below, as if taking a breather on our behalf. We take the hint. Use the view to do just that. Allow calves, knees and thighs to sympathise.
