Best trails near Auerhahn
4.5(22 reviews)
Auerhahn: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 6 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. Auerhahn: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 6 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Auerhahn are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.7 (6)·Moderate·11.3 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrCharming route in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This fantastic route starts and ends at the Neumannmühle and leads to the impressive Hickelkopf climbing rock. The route climbs along paths away from the usual tourist crowds. The tour takes you through a variety of landscapes. The route, most of which leads over the Großer Zschand, also offers many beautiful views of the local natural landscapes. In addition to the ascent to the Hickelkopf, a further ascent to the Dreiblockstein...
- 4.0 (5)·Hard·18.3 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrVaried hike from the Neumannsmühle in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. The route begins at the Neumannmühle, where you can park or travel by bus. Along the Zeughausstrasse it goes through the Saxon Switzerland National Park to the Großer Reitsteig. Many serpentines lead to the Great Edelweiß Tower. From there it goes down through the Hickel Gorges and the dry valley of Großer Zschand. After the valley follows the ascent via the Goldsteig up to the excellent Goldstein viewpoint. The Roßsteig leads...
- 5.0 (3)·Hard·22.4 km·Est. 8–9 hrPopular hiking trail in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. This hike leads through the core zone of Saxon Switzerland. Highlights of the route are the Großer Winterberg, the Zeughaus, the Kirnitzschtal, the Hickelhöhle and the wildly romantic Richterschlüchte. It begins at the paid car park in Schmilka with a steep climb up the mountain path towards Großer Winterberg. Once there, the ascent is rewarded with a magnificent view. The Roßsteig leads past the Alte Zeughaus, which is open seasonally, to...
- 4.7 (5)·Hard·27 km·Est. 9–10 hrVersatile hike through Saxon Switzerland from Neumannsmühle, Saxony. This extensive tour has a number of highlights of Saxon Switzerland to offer. From the Neumannsmühle it goes to the Knorre, which leads to the popular Königsweg of Saxon Switzerland. Along the Königsweg you have beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. The Reitsteig finally leads to some of the most famous rock formations in Saxon Switzerland - the Affensteinen along the Upper Affenstein Promenade. It continues on the...
- 4.8 (2)·Hard·20.8 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrThis circular route through the rear section of the Saxon Switzerland National Park takes you through many of the typical landscapes of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. You’ll cross typical valleys such as the Kleiner Zschand, the Richterschlüchte and the idyllic Kirnitzschtal, climb the Großer Winterberg (the highest mountain in the national park, a basalt peak) and explore the Hickelhöhle, a fissure cave and the second-largest cave in Saxon Switzerland. You’ll also pass three historic mills in...
- 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 Auerhahn?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Auerhahn. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 6 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Auerhahn?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Auerhahn is Hickelhöhle, which has a 4.7 star rating from 6 reviews. This trail is 11.3 km long with an elevation gain of 368 m.
What is the longest trail near Auerhahn?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Auerhahn is 55. Wilhelm – Dieckmann – Wanderung. This trail is estimated to be 29.1 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Auerhahn?
Auerhahn: 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 Kirnitzschtal, Hickelhöhle und Richterschlüchte with 1,148 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Auerhahn?
The most popular and difficult trail near Auerhahn is Neumannmühle, Reitsteig, Hickelhöhle und Goldsteig with a 4.0-star rating from 5 reviews.
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