Best bird watching trails in Rathen
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Explore the most popular bird watching trails near Rathen with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.6 (530)·Moderate·6.3 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic, exciting hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This hike includes a ferry ride. Information about the crossing and ferry times should be obtained in advance. The tour has a lot to offer over a very short distance. It starts in Rathen and first leads up numerous steps to the medieval rock castle of Neurathen. Along the way, you can enjoy marvellous views over the Rauenstein to the opposite side of the Elbe. The route continues through the rock gate onto the...
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·30.3 km·Est. 9–10 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony This circular route to the Bastei starts at the railway station in the spa town of Rathen (accessible by bus and train). The route promises many highlights; a ferry ride across the Elbe awaits right at the start (check prices and timetable), before you hike along the picturesque Amselsee lake and the Schwedenlöcher gorges. The Schwedenlöcher are a gorge-like ravine that can be reached via rocky alleyways, over 700...
- 4.5 (4)·Hard·16.7 km·Est. 5.5–6.5 hrVersatile hike in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. This hike can start in the spa town of Rathen at the railway station. Afterwards, a ferry ride to the other side of the Elbe awaits you for the start of the hike (note prices and times). At Grünbach, the route heads towards the Polenztal valley. The trail runs along the river of the same name through the beautiful valley to the Polenztal guesthouse and inn. If you want to stop for a bite to eat, you can do so here. From there, the route follows...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest bird watching trail in Rathen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest bird watching trail in Rathen is Bastei and Schwarzberg from Rathen [CLOSED]. This trail is estimated to be 30.3 km long.
Which bird watching trail has the most elevation gain in Rathen?
Rathen: With an ascent of 1,015 m, Bastei and Schwarzberg from Rathen [CLOSED] has the most elevation gain of all of the bird watching trails in the area. The next highest ascent for bird watching trails is From Rathen to the Polenztal loop [CLOSED] with 725 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult bird watching trail in Rathen?
The most popular and difficult bird watching trail in Rathen is Bastei and Schwarzberg from Rathen [CLOSED] with a 5.0-star rating from 2 reviews.