Best wildlife trails in Königstein

Popular circular hiking trail in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. Away from the often overcrowded main attractions of Saxon Switzerland (e.g. Bastei with Bastei Bridge), hikers can experience the unique rock formations and caves of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains in a more relaxed way. One of the highlights of the route is the "Pfaffenstein" table mountain, which is known above all for the more than 40 metre high "Barbarine" rock needle and its protected flora and fauna. At weekends and on fair...

Popular and scenic circular hike in Saxon Switzerland near Königstein, Saxony. This beautiful circular hike starts at the car park of the "Gasthaus zum Pfaffenstein" and leads along the Pfaffensteinweg (Malerweg) to the Quirl - with its numerous caves. The most famous cave is probably the "Thieves' Cellar" on the north-east side of Quirl. The "Diebeskeller" is a two-storey cave with a length of 28 metres, a width of 8 metres and a height of up to 4 metres. According to legend, the stone...

Panoramic hiking trail in Königstein/Sächs. Schw., Saxony. The striking Quirl Table Mountain is one of the mightiest rocks in the area. At 350 meters, it is a relatively low sandstone massif on the left bank of the Elbe. From the plateau, a marvelous view of Pfaffendorf, Gohrisch, Pfaffenstein, and even Schneeberg opens up. The Diebshöhle cave is located at the foot of the Quirl on the Quirl promenade on a rock face. In addition to the Quirl, this route also goes up to the Pfaffenstein,...

Varied circular route around Königstein, Saxony. You will encounter a variety of landscapes on the tour, the Pfaffenstein is particularly beautiful and rewards you with marvellous views. A detour to the famous Barbarine is possible from here. Starting on the Elbe, near Königstein, you hike up the Pfaffenstein, overcoming almost 350 metres in altitude Highlights of the hike: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes