Best trails near Gansscheibe

Cultural-historical, panoramic hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This trail leads to two classics with a lot of history and great views - the Schwedenlöcher and the Basteibrücke. In between, there is always the opportunity to take a break and stop for refreshments. The start and end point is the paid car park or the bus stop in the immediate vicinity of the famous Bastei. From there, following the "blue line" markings for the entire hike, the route first leads...

Panoramic, exciting hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This hike includes a ferry ride. Information about the crossing and ferry times should be obtained in advance. The tour has a lot to offer over a very short distance. It starts in Rathen and first leads up numerous steps to the medieval rock castle of Neurathen. Along the way, you can enjoy marvellous views over the Rauenstein to the opposite side of the Elbe. The route continues through the rock gate onto the...

Popular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. The Amselgrund, which is crossed by the Grünbach stream, begins south of Rathenwalde and ends at the Amselsee lake in the spa town of Rathen, where this route begins at the free Rosengarten car park. As cars are not permitted in the climatic health resort of Rathen, the town can only be reached via the small ferry. The hike into the charming town begins on the other side of the Elbe. First you reach the Amselsee lake, from...

Popular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park. This route runs along the Malerweg trail. Starting from the town of Wehlen, it leads to the Bastei, where there is an excellent view of the surrounding sandstone formations and the opportunity to visit a medieval castle, the ruins of which still survive in the rock formations. The tour begins with a ferry crossing of the Elbe (check timetable and prices). Finally, right at the beginning, the route climbs steeply along the...

Varied circular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony This circular trail, rich in natural and cultural-historical attractions, leads from Rathen through the heart of the Saxon Switzerland National Park. It goes through picturesque river valleys, past the wild rock formations of the Lusatian thrust. The hike is easily accessible by bus and train and can be started at Oberathen railway station. As the route continues on the other side of the Elbe, the ferry must be used...

Charming hike in Hohnstein, Saxony. The hike starts from the Hockstein car park on the Hocksteinweg. The trail leads along the Polenz river along forest paths with great views such as the Hocksteinaussicht. In Rathen on the Elbe, there are places to stop for refreshments, a detour to the Elbe can be planned and Altrathen Castle can also be visited. The route continues slightly uphill through the idyllic Amselgrund, including the Amselsee lake, to the Knotenweg trail, which finally leads...

Popular hiking trail in Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This trail offers quiet forests, great views and many surprises along the way. It starts at Kurort Rathen train station. After crossing the Elbe by ferry, the path leads straight ahead towards Amselsee, with Malerweg on the left. Following the signs to the Hockstein, the hiking trail leads through the beautiful forest. Before reaching the Hockstein, the S163 must be crossed. The Hockstein offers very nice views of Hohenstein...

Popular hike in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This hike explores the eastern part of the Saxon Switzerland National Park. Impressive sandstone formations such as the quarry tower or the pyramid of fire line the route. You should have a head for heights, as some of the rocks are climbed using well-secured ladders. The trail starts at Porschdorf railway station. From there, the trail climbs a good distance uphill via Tiefen Grund towards Brand-Baude. There are several...

The route from Uttewalde via the Amselfall to Rathen winds through one of the most romantic landscapes in Saxon Switzerland. This trail follows in the footsteps of famous painters such as Caspar David Friedrich, who were inspired long ago by the imposing Uttewalder Felsentor. The path winds its way through cool, deep gorges where mosses and ferns thrive magnificently, creating an almost mystical atmosphere. Along the way, Lake Amsel invites you to take a short break by the water before...

Promising access route in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. This trail is an access route to climbing rocks and not a hiking trail intended to enable climbers to access climbing rocks approved by the mountaineering concept. Of course, it can also be used as a footpath, but it is not particularly interesting. Attention: The path is not marked all time and you need good orientation and good shoes. In some places there may be a risk of falling, as well as falling trees and branches. Highlights: -...