Name: Best trails near Gendarm
Address: Bad Gottleuba-Berggießhübel, Saxony, Germany
Rating: 3.2

Best trails near Gendarm

3.2(5 reviews)

·Bad Gottleuba-Berggießhübel, Saxony, Germany

Gendarm: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 2 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. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Gendarm are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Top trails

#1 - From Cotta to the Ottomühle past the Pötzschturm
4.5 (2)·Hard·25.6 km·Est. 7–8 hr
A somewhat longer hike in Saxon Switzerland. Firstly, the route leads from Cotta, which can be reached by bus, mainly through forests to the Ottomühle mill. This has been around since the 16th century and also offers a restaurant. On the way back, it is worth visiting the Pötzschturm tower, which is very popular with climbers.
#2 - Forellensteig - Gendarm - Spitzbub
1.9 (3)·Easy·4.2 km·Est. 1–1.5 hr
This short route starts in Zwiesel. It begins on the Forellensteig trail, which runs alongside the Gottleuba. It eventually crosses the road and leads back into the forest in a southerly direction. It passes the Gendarme and the Spitzbub. It then crosses the road again and returns to the starting point via forest paths.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike near Gendarm?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Gendarm is From Cotta to the Ottomühle past the Pötzschturm, which has a 4.5 star rating from 2 reviews. This trail is 25.6 km long with an elevation gain of 700 m.

What is the longest trail near Gendarm?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Gendarm is From Cotta to the Ottomühle past the Pötzschturm. This trail is estimated to be 25.6 km long.

Which trail has the most elevation gain near Gendarm?

Gendarm: With an ascent of 700 m, From Cotta to the Ottomühle past the Pötzschturm has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Forellensteig - Gendarm - Spitzbub with 134 m of elevation gain.