Best trails near Alter Wildenstein
4.3(110 reviews)
Alter Wildenstein: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 7 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Alter Wildenstein: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 7 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Alter Wildenstein are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (51)·Moderate·11.7 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular and panoramic hike from Bad Schandau, Saxony. This beautiful route begins in Bad Schandau and leads via the Obrigensteig to the Schrammsteinen. On the other side of the Elbe there are already wonderful vantage points. There are many stairs/steps on the Obrigensteig, which enable a quick ascent. Once at the top you can enjoy the breathtaking view of the picturesque rock formations of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. It continues on the Glattweg and the Schrammsteinweg through Saxon...
- 4.7 (22)·Moderate·11.1 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrVaried circular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. The hike starts at the car park on the Schaarweg. Several waterfalls and, of course, numerous sandstone formations ensure that there is always something new to discover. The Kuhstallplateau is a particularly interesting place to explore, including the famous 11-metre-high "Kuhstall" rock gate and the adventurous ladder to heaven. From the Kuhstall, follow the Räumichtweg trail to the Beuthensteig trail, from where...
- 4.1 (18)·Hard·29.3 km·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrVaried hike from Bad Schandau, Saxony. This scenic bike tour through the Saxon Switzerland National Park begins and ends in Bad Schandau. From there you cycle for a good half of the route along the Kirnitzschtalstrasse, following the course of the river of the same name. A detour to the Lichtenhainer waterfall can be planned on the route. Another detour follows to the cowshed. A bit of perseverance is required here. It goes steeply uphill and is rewarded with a magnificent view. Back to...
- 4.4 (9)·Hard·17.7 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrPopular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park. This route leads from the Lichtenhain waterfall to Bad Schandau. It goes along many rock faces, forests, mills, and old relics of old rock castles through the Saxon Switzerland National Park. The start is at the paid parking lot of the Lichtenhain waterfall. From there, it goes uphill to the first highlight - the Felsentor Kuhstall. You can optionally use the ladder to heaven - a steel staircase through the narrow dark crevice of...
- 4.9 (5)·Moderate·8.5 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrModerately difficult hike. Good basic fitness required. Predominantly easy paths. Sure-footedness required. In the 15th century, the 130 metre high Frienstein was home to a castle keep of the Berken von der Duba family; later owners were the Wettin family. But robber barons also took up residence here. This is why the Frienstein is still known today as the Vorderes Raubschloss. Directly on the Frienstein is a fissure and layered joint cave that can only be reached via a narrow ledge: the...
- 4.4 (3)·Hard·39.1 km·Est. 12.5–14 hrChallenging trail running route in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. Starting at the Neumannmühle mill in the Kirnitzschtal valley, this route is a challenging trail running circuit. It leads across the Großer and Kleiner Zschand, the Schmilka area, the Schrammsteine and Affensteine, as well as the Wildensteiner area. Excellent viewpoints include the Goldsteinaussicht, the Kuhstall and the Hohe Liebe. The dark and damp Richter and Spitzstein gorges, as well as the rafting trail, also offer an...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Alter Wildenstein?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Alter Wildenstein. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 6 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Alter Wildenstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Alter Wildenstein is Zu den Schrammsteinen ab Bad Schandau , which has a 4.6 star rating from 51 reviews. This trail is 11.7 km long with an elevation gain of 581 m.
What is the longest trail near Alter Wildenstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Alter Wildenstein is Elbsandstein Cross from Neumannmühle. This trail is estimated to be 39.1 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Alter Wildenstein?
Alter Wildenstein: With an ascent of 1,569 m, Elbsandstein Cross from Neumannmühle has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Bad Schandau - Kuhstall - Ostrau with 957 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Alter Wildenstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Alter Wildenstein is Bad Schandau - Kuhstall - Ostrau with a 4.1-star rating from 18 reviews.
Top sights in Saxon Switzerland National Park
Explore in the Bad Schandau area
Top parks
More trails
Activities
Attractions
- Cave trails in Bad Schandau
- Forest trails in Bad Schandau
- Hard trails in Bad Schandau
- Lake trails in Bad Schandau
- Long trails in Bad Schandau
- Moderate trails in Bad Schandau
- River trails in Bad Schandau
- Short trails in Bad Schandau
- Trails with historic sites in Bad Schandau
- Trails with no dogs in Bad Schandau
- Trails with views in Bad Schandau
- Waterfall trails in Bad Schandau
- Wildflower trails in Bad Schandau
- Wildlife trails in Bad Schandau