Best trails near Arnstein
4.4(176 reviews)
Arnstein: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 5 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. Arnstein: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 5 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Arnstein are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.4 (147)·Hard·14 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrThis route is stage 5 of the Malerweg, a long-distance trail through the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. This segment leads from the Neumannmühle in the Kirnitzsch Valley to the border village of Schmilka. Highlights include the Arnstein rock and the steep climb through the Wolfsschlüchte to the Großer Winterberg, the second-highest mountain in Saxon Switzerland, before descending into the organic village of Schmilka with its historic water mill. Overnight stays are available in guesthouses and...
- 4.4 (16)·Moderate·14.2 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrBeautiful circular trail in Saubsdorf in Saxony. A beautiful one-day circular hike awaits you here, leading to the Arnstein cliffs and the Arnstein cave, as well as to the Kleinstein cave. After the Rasthütte marker, you can either cross the Saupsdorfer Bach stream over the cobblestones (although you will need walking poles to support yourself) or cross the stream a little earlier at the bridge marker, which leads over the Saupsdorfer Bach stream, Tour starts in the village of Saupsdorf,...
- 4.3 (9)·Moderate·10.1 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrCharming excursion in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. This tour starts at the car park in Saupsdorf. However, you can also arrive by bus. The route then takes you over hill and dale into the forest. Many beautiful views of the local natural landscapes accompany you on the way to the highlight of the tour - Arnstein Castle. This rock castle ruin is popularly known as Ottendorfer Raubschloss. From the castle, there is a steep climb up to the Stellweg. The Räumichtweg finally replaces this and...
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·29.1 km·Est. 10–11 hrPanoramic, beautiful circular hike in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. The circular trail follows the track of the 55th Wilhelm - Dieckmann - hike of the PSV Elbe Dresden eV The start and finish point is in Schmilka. It first goes up to the Winterberg, the Katzenstein and along the Hickelshöhle. This hike leads around and through the picturesque Saxon Switzerland via Dreiwinkelgrund, Räumichtmühle and Winterbergwaechter. It starts from the paid parking lot or the bus stop in Schmilka on the...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Arnstein?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Arnstein. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 5 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Arnstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Arnstein is Malerweg Stage 5: Neumannmühle - Schmilka, which has a 4.4 star rating from 147 reviews. This trail is 14.0 km long with an elevation gain of 765 m.
What is the longest trail near Arnstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Arnstein is 55. Wilhelm – Dieckmann – Wanderung. This trail is estimated to be 29.1 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Arnstein?
Arnstein: With an ascent of 1,370 m, 55. Wilhelm – Dieckmann – Wanderung has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Buschmühle - Kirnitzschtal - Pohlshorn - Winterstein with 823 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Arnstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Arnstein is Malerweg Stage 5: Neumannmühle - Schmilka with a 4.4-star rating from 147 reviews.
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