Rakotzbrücke Devil’s Bridge
Rakotzbrücke
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This jaw-dropping 19th-century bridge uses its reflection to form what appears to be a perfect circle.

📜 Delicately arched 19th-century bridge, known as Rakotzbrücke or Devil's Bridge.
🔍 Located in Kromlauer Park, Gablenz, Germany, famous for its perfect circular reflection in the Rakotzsee lake.

Why Go

📸 Unique optical illusion with perfect circular reflection.
🌳 Explore the vast 200-hectare Kromlauer Park, home to one of Germany's largest rhododendron gardens.
🚶 Easy 5-minute walk from parking to the famous viewpoint.
🍂 Enjoy the bridge's beauty year-round, with fall foliage being particularly stunning.

Why Avoid

🚫 Crossing the aging bridge is strictly prohibited to preserve its structure.
🚫 Drones are forbidden in the entire Kromlauer Park by the municipality.
⚠️ Can get crowded, especially during peak season or festivals.

Tips

🚗 Best accessed by car, with official paid parking very close to the bridge.
🐕 Dogs are welcome on wide paths but must be on a leash (max 1.5m).
💡 For best photos, visit when the sun is not directly overhead; side lighting creates the best circular arch illusion.

Cost

💰 Entry to Kromlauer Park is free; parking is paid.

Hours

🕒 Accessible daily, but specific hours for park entry are not mentioned.

Last updated 6 days ago

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