Best lake trails in Saxony

This route is stage 6 of the Malerweg, a long-distance trail through the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. This segment leads from Schmilka across the Elbe River to the spa town of Gohrisch. Highlights include the baroque village church in Reinhardtsdorf and the climbs up the striking table mountains Papststein and Gohrisch, which offer expansive panoramic views of the rock formations on the left bank of the Elbe. Overnight stays are available in guesthouses and hotels in Kurort Gohrisch; camping...

Historical walk to Königstein Fortress, Saxony. Königstein Fortress is one of the largest mountain fortresses in Europe and is located in the centre of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains on the table mountain of the same name. From here, there is an excellent view of the town of Königstein at the foot of the mountain, the River Elbe and the surrounding district of Saxon Switzerland. There is an entrance fee to visit the fortress.

Wonderful circular route in Leipzig, Saxony. This tour leads around Lake Cospuden, an artificial lake south of Leipzig. Lake Cospuden offers a wide range of leisure, recreational and sporting opportunities. The tour is suitable for cycling, inline skating and longboarding. The main path is asphalted. Of course, it is nicer to run off the tarmac path, for which there are several options. Highlights of the hike: - Beautiful views - Varied natural landscape - Rich flora and fauna - Lake Cospuden

Fabulous circular hiking tour in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This fabulous excursion can be started at the Lichtenhainer Wasserfall car park, which is subject to a charge. You can also take an 80-year-old tram, the Kirnitzschtalbahn, from Bad Schandau to Beuthenfall. There you can visit the spectacular Lichtenhain waterfall. Continue to the popular "Kuhstall" where you can take a break - but please note that it can get very crowded there. The route then continues to the...

Panoramic hike to the Lilienstein in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. The hike can be started from the car park or from Königstein railway station. From there, take the ferry to Halbestadt (check prices and timetable). Follow the blue line in the direction of Lilienstein via Ebenheit to the plateau of the table mountain via the southern ascent. The summit plateau offers a magnificent panorama of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. You pass the Westecke viewpoint, the Lilienstein...

Beautiful and family-friendly hiking trail in Markranstädt, Saxony. Lake Kulkwitz is located between Leipzig and Markranstädt. The lake was opened as a local recreation area back in the 1970s following extensive renaturalisation measures. The varied nature can be enjoyed along the entire shore path. The forest on the Hochkippe in the south is particularly inviting for walks. This circular route starts at the car park at the harbour and leads around the entire lake. There are a few ups and...

Versatile hike from Bad Schandau, Saxony. The hike can be started in Bad Schandau either from the paid car park or from the bus stop. From there it goes steadily uphill to some of the famous rock formations of Saxon Switzerland - the Schrammsteinen including the magnificent Schrammstein view. It continues over two great stairs on which a few steps and ladders have to be climbed - the zurückesteig and the Reitsteig. The route leads in the direction of the Großer Winterberg. From the...

Popular cycle tour or circular route near Görlitz, Saxony. A short cycle tour or hike that can be started from different starting points. It is possible to take the train to Hagenwerder station and start from there. Paid car parks are available on the north beach and at the Blue Lagoon. The E bus also runs here. Most of the paths are relatively flat and quiet, but not paved everywhere, which is why the route is more suitable for mountain bikes than racing bikes. There are several charming...

Varied hiking tour in Ehrenfriedersdorf, Saxony. Hike along the Röhrgraben to the reservoir. You will encounter a variety of landscapes on the tour. There are wonderful natural experiences, such as the Greifensteinen (viewing rocks, open-air theatre). The hike is almost exclusively on forest paths, quiet and marvellous landscapes. Swimming and refreshment stops are available along the route. Highlights of the hike: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes -...

Popular circular hike in Saxon Switzerland near Königstein. This beautiful circular hike leads to one of the classic excursion destinations in Saxon Switzerland, which attracts thousands of visitors from all over the world every year: Königstein Fortress. This hike offers the opportunity to combine a visit to Königstein Fortress and an immersion in its 800-year history with a varied hike. The route leads up to the fortress on beautiful forest paths (steep in places) - sturdy footwear is...