Best trails near Erlsgrund

This 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...

Panoramic hiking tour in Bad Schandau, Saxony. This tour starts at the car park at the ferry landing stage in Schmilka. The hike leads along challenging and sometimes steep forest paths up to the Verborgenes Horn. A head for heights is required for some passages. The effort is rewarded with fantastic views. This route is accessible all year round and also makes for a lovely winter walk. The route is only suitable for dogs to a very limited extent, as it is partly over steep metal...

Panoramic hike from Schmilka in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. There are some exciting climbs to climb on this hike. Starting from the Elbkai in Schmilka, it goes steadily uphill over the root path in the direction of the first staircase - the Rotkehlchenstiege, which is one of the most popular in Saxon Switzerland. Up a number of steps, this leads into the varied, almost 500 m long back path, which consists of iron stairs and jagged rocks. In the midst of the famous rock formations of the...

Moderately difficult hike. Good basic fitness required. Predominantly easy paths. Sure-footedness required. Renovated half-timbered houses characterise Schmilka, the last village before the Czech border with less than 100 inhabitants. This staircase tour begins here. The route leads uphill through the village, past the historic mill, into the forest and up the root path (yellow line markings). At a large crossroads at the Zwieselhütte hut, take the 2nd path on the right, marked with a green...

Panoramic route through Saxon Switzerland from Schmilka, Saxony. This circular route leads from the Schmilka ferry stop through the unique and popular Saxon Switzerland National Park. The route first follows the Elbleitenweg to the popular Schrammsteinen including a view of the Schrammstein. From there it continues picturesquely on the ridge path. Here the Breite-Kluft view and the Carolafelsen await. From there the path leads over the Reitsteig to the Großer Winterberg and the Kipphorn...

Popular circular route in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. Several highlights are hiked along this route. The can start at the car park, which is subject to a charge, or at the "Grenzüberfahrt" bus stop in Schmilka. The tour alternates between more manageable and strenuous sections, and overall, the time is quite demanding. The effort is rewarded with great views of the surrounding peaks and valleys. From the starting point, the route leads entirely pleasantly uphill via the...

Versatile hike from Bad Schandau, Saxony. The hike can be started in Bad Schandau either from the paid car park or from the bus stop. From there it goes steadily uphill to some of the famous rock formations of Saxon Switzerland - the Schrammsteinen including the magnificent Schrammstein view. It continues over two great stairs on which a few steps and ladders have to be climbed - the zurückesteig and the Reitsteig. The route leads in the direction of the Großer Winterberg. From the...

Panoramic hike to the Schrammsteinen, Saxon Switzerland. The hike begins in the center of Bad Schandau. The historic elevator takes you up to Ostrau. Wonderful views over the city to the Elbe Valley and Lilienstein are already waiting there. A few steps further you pass the lynx enclosure. With a bit of luck, the animals will appear. After a short but steep ascent to the Ostrava settlement, the Skywalk, which was inaugurated in 2018, is reached. Leaving Ostrava, you enter the fairytale...

This scenic walk offers many beautiful views of the local natural landscapes and, above all, it is a varied route. Part of the route is an easy via ferrata; equipment is recommended. In places, the route is quite steep. The route of the walk is as follows: Schmilka - Rotkehlchenstiege - Upper Terrace Path - Wildschützensteig - Schrammstein Viewpoint - Schrammsteingratweg - Carolafelsen - Wilde Hölle - Hätzschelstiege - Lehnsteig - Schmilka

Popular and scenic circular hike in Saxon Switzerland near Bad Schandau in Saxony. It starts at the ferry pier in Schmilka and leads over the small bastion to the Rotkehlchenstiege. The steps of the Rotkehlchensteige were built to overcome the uneven relief of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains and require a certain amount of surefootedness, caution and climbing experience. The route then continues to the Wenzelwand. There are marvellous views along the way. The paths are very well marked, making...