Best wildlife trails in Pirna

This route is stage 1 of the Malerweg, a long-distance trail through the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. This section leads from Pirna-Liebethal to Stadt Wehlen. The path follows the Wesenitz River through the romantic Liebethaler Grund, passing the Richard Wagner Monument, and continues through the Uttewalder Grund with its famous rock gate. Overnight stays are available in guesthouses in Stadt Wehlen; camping is prohibited within the national park. Potable water should be carried or refilled at...

Varied tour from Pirna, Saxony across the Czech border. This long tour starts in Pirna. Many beautiful views of the local natural landscapes will accompany you, especially the Elbe, which accompanies you for a long stretch of the route. Highlights of the tour: - Wonderful views - Varied natural landscape - Local flora and fauna

The Malerweg is a premier 116 km (72 mi) long-distance circuit through Germany’s Saxon Switzerland, typically completed in eight daily stages. This historic route winds through the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, characterized by dramatic rock formations, deep gorges, and lush forests that once inspired Romantic-era painters. Highlights along the trail include the iconic Bastei Bridge, the fortress of Königstein, and the Schrammsteine peaks. Most hikers travel in a counter-clockwise direction...