Best moderate trails in Rathen

Popular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. From the ferry car park, a small ferry goeas to the starting point in teh climatic health resort of Rathen (note prices and timetable). From there, the trail leads up steeply in places into the bizarre rocky world of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. The historic stone Bastei Bridge spans the Mardertelle at lofty heights and connects striking sandstone towers. Between weathered reefs and gnarled pine trees, the view opens up...

Scenic out-and-back walk in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, Saxony, Germany The tour starts at the Bastei car park and leads to the famous Felsenburg. On the way, magnificent views of the rocky natural landscape can be enjoyed and there are many sights worth seeing. The tour continues through the "Felsentor" (rock gate) to the Bastei Bridge. There is the famous view of the Elbe from the viewing platform on the Bastei Rock. Once at the top, there is a fantastic panoramic view of the Tafel...

Varied hiking trail in Saxon Switzerland. This popular circular hike starts at the market square in the town of Wehlen and leads along beautiful forest paths to the famous sandstone formations. It can also be comfortably reached by bus. From the starting point, the path leads steadily uphill past the Steinerner Tisch to the bastion. There you can linger a little and enjoy the view. You return via the spa town of Rathen, Altrathen Castle along the Elbe to the starting point of the...

This route is stage 8—the final stage—of the Malerweg, a long-distance trail through the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. This section leads from Weißig to the finish line in the historic old town of Pirna. Highlights include the ridge path over the Rauenstein table mountain with its impressive panoramas and the trail along the upper edge of former quarries to the Königsnase viewpoint. The path eventually follows the Elbe River and the Canaletto Trail to the Pirna market square. Overnight stays...

Short, charming hike in Rathen, Saxony. The hike starts at Rathen spa town railway station and leads along beautiful forest paths on the Malerweg to the Rauensteinen. There are many beautiful viewpoints along the way. Highlights of the hike: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes - Rauenstein

Popular Terrainkurweg in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. The loop trail TK14 is part of the Terrainkurweg network of the spa town of Rathen. The Kleiner Rauensteinring, as the route is also called, is one of the city's more demanding Terrainkur routes. The route begins in Oberrathen near the train station. You walk through the forest to the Rauenstein massif, which has some mighty rock formations so typical of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, and in the direction of the quiet village of Weissig. The...

Panoramic, 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...

Popular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. The Amselgrund, which is crossed by the Grünbach stream, begins south of Rathenwalde and ends at the Amselsee lake in the spa town of Rathen, where this route begins at the free Rosengarten car park. As cars are not permitted in the climatic health resort of Rathen, the town can only be reached via the small ferry. The hike into the charming town begins on the other side of the Elbe. First you reach the Amselsee lake, from...

Varied circular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony This circular trail, rich in natural and cultural-historical attractions, leads from Rathen through the heart of the Saxon Switzerland National Park. It goes through picturesque river valleys, past the wild rock formations of the Lusatian thrust. The hike is easily accessible by bus and train and can be started at Oberathen railway station. As the route continues on the other side of the Elbe, the ferry must be used...

The circular walk in the beautiful Saxon Switzerland begins in the spa town of Rathen. This is idyllically situated on the River Elbe. From there, the Knotenweg trail leads to the famous Hockstein viewpoint, featuring some of the area’s unique rock formations. The return journey takes you through the romantic Polenz Valley, alongside the river of the same name. If you keep a sharp eye out, you may spot dippers here. The walk starts at the ferry crossing in the spa town of Rathen. You can...