Best forest trails in Elstra

3.7(16 reviews)

Explore the most popular forest trails near Elstra 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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#1 - Elstra nach Kamenz über den Riedelweg
4.0 (1)·Hard·36 km·Est. 11–12 hr
#2 - 40. Elstraer Frühlingstest 2025 - 34km
4.3 (3)·Hard·33.2 km·Est. 9–10 hr
Varied circular route in Saxony, Germany. A great hike that is especially fun to do together! It starts in Talpenberg, bu can be started from any location. It is possible to stop off at the hunting lodge on Butterberg. Highlights: - beautiful views - Elstra Castle - Butterberg mountain - "Hochstein"
#3 - Green point Loop Elstra - Leipsberg
4.0 (2)·Moderate·8.7 km·Est. 2–2.5 hr
The hiking sign for this circular route is a green dot on a white background.
#4 - Elstra - Panswchitz-Kukau - Deutschbaselitz
4.0 (2)·Moderate·38 km·Est. 9.5–10 hr
#5 - Schwarzenberg
3.3 (4)·Moderate·8.9 km·Est. 2.5–3 hr
Beautiful and charming circuit in Elstra, Saxony. The route takes you through the forest to Schwarzenberg. The start is in Talpenberg at the car park, where you will also find the bus stop of the same name. The landscape is very beautiful and will delight you with some variety. Highlights of the tour: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes
#6 - From Elstra via Moehrdorf and Gickelsberg
3.0 (3)·Hard·33.6 km·Est. 10–10.5 hr
Varied circular hiking trail near Elstra, Saxony. This circular trail is more than 30 kilometres long and can be completed by bike or on foot. Around half of the route runs through the forest, while around Pulsnitz you walk for several kilometres through open landscapes. You can take a short break in Pulsnitz to stop for a bite to eat or visit places of interest such as St Nicholas' Church. Highlights of the hike: - Gingerbread town of Pulsnitz - Forest disc - Viewpoint "Elbtalblick" -...
#7 - Elstraer Frühlingstest
3.0 (1)·Hard·30.3 km·Est. 8.5–9.5 hr
#8 - Schanzenweg
Moderate·21.1 km·Est. 6–6.5 hr
Beautiful hiking trail in the Upper Lusatian Heath and Pond Landscape Biosphere Reserve, Saxony. A varied hike that can be started from Ostro as well as from "Gersdorfer Winkel". It leads to the mammoth garden in Prietitz and the historic entrenchment, to the charming village of Elstra and along the quarry in Rauschwitz to the Hochstein. The sections up to Hochstein and the source of the Black Elster are quite challenging, but can be avoided by taking a shortcut from the quarry to...
#9 - 35. Elstraer Frühlingstest – Orientierungswanderung „Nach Schiebock“
Hard·38.3 km·Est. 10–11 hr
This is the track of the 35th Elstra Spring Test - orienteering hike "To Schiebock". Organiser: Estra Hiking Club Start and finish: Elstra Talpenberg, ski centre Route: Talpenberg - Rehnsdorf - Ohorner Steinberg - Hochstein - Waldscheibenteich - Rammenau - Bischofswerda - Horkaer Teich - Butterteich - Burkau - Gödlau - Kriepitz - Elstra - Talpenberg

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest forest trail in Elstra?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Elstra is 35. Elstraer Frühlingstest – Orientierungswanderung „Nach Schiebock“. This trail is estimated to be 38.1 km long.

Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Elstra?

Elstra: With an ascent of 1,206 m, Elstra nach Kamenz über den Riedelweg has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is From Elstra via Moehrdorf and Gickelsberg with 1,028 m of elevation gain.