# Rakotzbrücke

> The Rakotz Bridge stands in the Kromlau Azalea and Rhododendron Park, regarded as the largest rhododendron park in Germany, covering around 200 hectares.

Source: https://camping-spirit.com/places/rakotzbruecke/

A slender stone arch bridge in Kromlau park whose reflection in the still pond forms a full circle. Come at dawn or on a calm day for the mirror effect, and note the bridge itself is closed to walkers.

The Rakotz Bridge stands in the Kromlau Azalea and Rhododendron Park, regarded as the largest rhododendron park in Germany, covering around 200 hectares. The bridge was built in the 19th century, from the 1860s onwards according to the sources available, and spans the Rakotzsee lake in a semicircular arch supported by basalt columns. When the arch is reflected in the water, it looks like a perfect circle.

The effect works best in fine weather and when there is no wind at all. The bridge itself may not be crossed, but it can be admired well from the lakeshore. Allow about 30 to 40 minutes for the circular path around the lake, and correspondingly longer for the whole park. Entry to the park is free, and there is a visitor car park.

- **Nearest town:** Kromlau, Germany
- **Category:** Scenic viewpoints
- **GPS:** 51.5675, 14.6136

## Good to know

**Best time to go:** The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

**Getting there:**

- **Germany: No motorway tolls for cars.** No general motorway speed limit (130 km/h advised) and no tolls for cars.

## Sources

- [Rakotzbrücke (TRAVELBOOK)](https://www.travelbook.de/attraktionen/rakotzbruecke-teufelsbruecke-in-sachsen)
- [Rakotzbrücke (Atlas Obscura)](https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/rakotzbrucke-devils-bridge)
- [Rakotzbrücke in Kromlau (Home of Travel)](https://homeoftravel.de/rakotzbrucke-kromlau-lohnt-es-sich/)

## Nearby

- [Branitz Park and Palace](https://camping-spirit.com/places/b14-branitz-park/) – 26 km
- [Lehde Spreewald village](https://camping-spirit.com/places/b14-lehde/) – 55 km
- [Basteibrücke](https://camping-spirit.com/places/bastei/) – 77 km
- [Pravčická brána](https://camping-spirit.com/places/b16-pravcicka-brana/) – 79 km

## FAQs

### Where is Rakotzbrücke?

Rakotzbrücke is in Kromlau, Germany, at GPS 51.5675, 14.6136. It is about 8 km from Bad Muskau.

### Can you camp near Rakotzbrücke?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Campingplatz Badesee Kromlau, about 3 km away; within 25 km there are 31 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

### What is there to see near Rakotzbrücke?

Places worth a stop nearby: Branitz Park and Palace (26 km), Lehde Spreewald village (55 km), Basteibrücke (77 km) and Pravčická brána (79 km).

### When is the best time to visit Rakotzbrücke?

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)