Best waterfall trails in Dresden
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Explore the most popular waterfall trails near Dresden with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.3 (128)·Hard·49.9 km·Est. 13–14.5 hrThis is the official route of the Megamarsch Dresden 2022. To give you an initial overview of the route of the Megamarsch Dresden, you will find all the relevant information here so that you never lose sight of the route. Click through the tabs to view all the important information. Let's go!
- 3.8 (19)·Moderate·6.9 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrCharming circular route in Dresden, Saxony. This beautiful circular route leads through the Dresden Heath. A particular highlight of the hike is the Prießnitz waterfall. If another adventure after the hike is needed, the steam can be lead off in the "Kletterwald Dresdner Heide". This route is accessible all year round and also makes for a lovely winter walk. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes - Priessnitz waterfall
- 3.8 (19)·Moderate·16.4 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular circular route in Dresden, Saxony. Most of the trail leads through the forest, but every now and then you can catch beautiful views over meadows and fields. First of all, there is a steep ascent on the Kannenhenkel. The single trails along the Prießnitz, which are not too busy, are particularly beautiful. Highlights of the hike: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes
- 3.7 (5)·Moderate·27.5 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrPopular circular walk or cycle tour along the Elbe, Saxony. You should plan a little time for this tour, which can be completed on foot or by bike - numerous significant buildings line the route along the Elbe. After just 5 kilometres, it is worth making a detour to Dresden's old town, where the famous Frauenkirche church is well worth a visit. On the way back, we recommend a visit to the Albrechtsschloss. Built between 1850 and 1854, this magnificent building is one of the three Elbe...
- 4.5 (11)·Moderate·10.8 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrBeautiful hiking trail in Dresden, Saxony. This tour starts in Dresden at the Karl-Marx-Straße / Klotzsche stop and takes you through the Dresdner Heide to Bühlau. You will be accompanied by many beautiful views of the local natural landscapes, and the hike along the Priessnitz is particularly beautiful. Highlights of the hike: - Wonderful views - Varied natural landscape - Local flora and fauna
- 4.2 (8)·Hard·15.6 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrBeautiful hike in Dresden, Saxony. This tour starts in Dresden on Wilhelminenstraße at the Albertpark animal enclosure and takes hikers through the Dresdner Heide to the Karl-Marx-Straße / Klotzsche stop. Many beautiful views of the local natural landscapes accompany the route, and the hike along the Priessnitz is particularly beautiful. Highlights of the hike: - Wonderful views - Varied natural landscape - Local flora and fauna - Priessnitz waterfall
- 4.4 (18)·Hard·48.6 km·Est. 12–13.5 hrMegamarsch route from Dresden, Saxony. This is the official route of the extreme hiking event "Megamarsch Dresden" 2020 from Dresden to Bad Schandau. The hike is very difficult, so a very good physical condition is required. The paths are mostly easily accessible and lead through the historic city and the surrounding nature. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Diverse natural landscapes
- 4.2 (5)·Moderate·22.4 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrDemanding running event in the Dresdner Heide, Saxony. This is the 22 km course of the annual running event "Quer durch die Dresdner Heide" (QDH). One is often accompanied by the Priessnitz. All details about the event can be found under the link under "Tips". The route is also good for hiking and running outside of the QDH race. Highlights of the route: - Dresden Heath - Natural paths - Priessnitz - Priessnitz waterfall
- 5.0 (5)·Hard·50.7 km·Est. 13–14.5 hrDemanding hiking event near Dresden, Saxony. This is the route of the Dresden Megamarsch from 2019. Due to the distance of "only" 50 km instead of the usual 100 km, the route is also known as the "little brother of the Megamarsch". Highlights of the hike: - Dresden - Elbe valley - Graupa hunting lodge - Wachwitz Heights Park
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest waterfall trail in Dresden?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest waterfall trail in Dresden is Heide-Alter Bahndamm-Elberadweg. This trail is estimated to be 64.1 km long.
Which waterfall trail has the most elevation gain in Dresden?
Dresden: With an ascent of 1,337 m, MTB from Dresden via Osterberg and Burgberg has the most elevation gain of all of the waterfall trails in the area. The next highest ascent for waterfall trails is Auf den Borsberg with 1,253 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult waterfall trail in Dresden?
The most popular and difficult waterfall trail in Dresden is Megamarsch Dresden 2022 with a 4.3-star rating from 128 reviews.
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