Best historic site trails in Zittau Mountains Nature Park

The journey continues up to the summit of the Töpfer, where nature has created a veritable stone zoo. Rock formations that look like a turtle, a parrot or a brooding hen can be discovered. A special place is the Europe Cross, from where the view over the Mandau Valley is a highlight. Historically, these mountains have served as a refuge for centuries, including for the monks who once lived in the nearby monastery. Some sections of the rocky paths are narrow or uneven. The fresh mountain air...

Exciting circular route in the Zittau Mountains, Saxony. This route leads to the bizarre rock formations of the Zittau Mountains. The rock path was formed millions of years ago in the Tertiary period, when hot lava was able to penetrate to the surface through a fissure in deeper layers of the earth. The adjacent sandstone solidified so that it weathered more slowly than the neighbouring rock, resulting in the bizarre and enchanting rock formations that can be admired today. Refreshments are...

This spectacular borderland tour leads through the Zittau Mountains, Germany's smallest low mountain range, directly on the border with the Czech Republic. The path explores two of the region's most prominent peaks: the Lausche (793 m), the highest mountain east of the Elbe, and the bizarre Nonnenfelsen (Nun's Rocks). The course follows a demanding mixture of steep forest trails, narrow rock stairs, and panoramic paths along the ridge sections. A highlight is the 360-degree view from the...

Popular circular hiking trail in the Zittau Mountains Nature Park, Saxony. With its almost 750 m above sea level, the Hochwald, known for its magnificent views, is one of the highest peaks in the Zittau Mountains. So it's not surprising that from the spa town of Oybin it's quite a bit uphill to the Hochwald. Not only from the Hochwald Tower, but in the entire summit region, there are great views of the Zittau Mountains. The second half of the circular trail inspires with a completely...

The route starts at the Teufelsmühle. It first goes to Oybin, from where you turn uphill to Scharfenstein. From there it goes downhill again. You pass the Heideberg, which is not quite climbed. Instead, you come to a country road, on the other side of which the remains of Karlsfried Castle can be found on a hill.

This iconic route is a mix of rocks and roots, with steep climbs and flowing descents. This trail leads through the heart of the Zittau Mountains Nature Park, the smallest low mountain range in Germany. The route explores a unique landscape characterised by volcanic cones and sandstone formations such as the Kelchsteine. The route offers a technical challenge for anyone looking for a real outdoor adventure in the border triangle of Germany, Poland and the Czech Republic. Look out for the...

Challenging trail run in the Zittau Mountains, Saxony This route follows the 50 km of the O-See Ultra Trail and leads along varied paths through the idyllic German-Czech border region. Due to the many ascents and descents, there are quite a few metres of elevation gain - good fitness, sturdy shoes and sure-footedness are therefore highly recommended, regardless of whether the route is hiked or run. There are refreshment stops. Accessible by bus and train (short walk from the Oybin stop).