Best forest trails in Wolkenstein
4.8(20 reviews)
Explore the most popular forest trails near Wolkenstein 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
- 4.8 (20)·Hard·10.1 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic circular trail in Wolkenstein, Saxony. This tour starts at the Himmelmühl pond in Warmbad and takes you straight to Wolkenstein, past Wolkenstein Castle. The route follows the Zschopau river into Wolkenstein Switzerland, which offers you many beautiful views of the local natural landscapes. Highlights of the hike: - Wonderful views - Varied natural landscape - Local flora and fauna - Selva Castle
- Hard·33.3 km·Est. 9.5–10.5 hrPopular, scenic hiking trail from Wolkenstein to Olbernhau-Grunthal, Saxony. The route starts at the railway station in Wolkenstein. The destination is also at the railway station in Olbernhau-Grunthal. In Himmelreich, you join the EB long-distance hiking trail (Eisenach-Budapest), also known as the Friendship Trail. From its opening in 1983 until the fall of the Iron Curtain, it was the only cross-border long-distance hiking trail in the GDR. The EB is a cult trail among hikers and is still...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Wolkenstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Wolkenstein is Wolkenstein to Olbernhau-Grunthal. This trail is estimated to be 33.3 km long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Wolkenstein?
Wolkenstein: With an ascent of 960 m, Wolkenstein to Olbernhau-Grunthal has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Alpiner Wandersteig Rundweg Warmbad Route II with 374 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult forest trail in Wolkenstein?
The most popular and difficult forest trail in Wolkenstein is Alpiner Wandersteig Rundweg Warmbad Route II with a 4.8-star rating from 20 reviews.
