Best trails near Hunskirchenblick
4.4(185 reviews)
Hunskirchenblick: 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. Hunskirchenblick: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 6 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Hunskirchenblick are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (113)·Hard·17.2 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrThis route is stage 6 of the Malerweg, a long-distance trail through the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. This segment leads from Schmilka across the Elbe River to the spa town of Gohrisch. Highlights include the baroque village church in Reinhardtsdorf and the climbs up the striking table mountains Papststein and Gohrisch, which offer expansive panoramic views of the rock formations on the left bank of the Elbe. Overnight stays are available in guesthouses and hotels in Kurort Gohrisch; camping...
- 4.5 (35)·Moderate·2.1 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrCharming and scenic circular hike in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains near Gohrisch, Saxony. This varied circular trail starts at the Gohrischstein forest car park and leads along the former basalt quarry and Gohrischstein. It then climbs up to the Papststein table mountain. The effort is rewarded with a marvellous panoramic view. Sturdy shoes (and a head for heights) are recommended for this sometimes quite adventurous hike over steep steps and through crevices. Highlights: - Wonderful views -...
- 4.4 (27)·Moderate·12.1 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrThis hike leads over three striking table mountains in Saxon Switzerland and offers a mixture of alpine ascents, wide plateaus and mysterious caves. It starts at the Bad Schandau ferry. The trail first leads up to the rugged plateau of Gohrisch (440 metres). A particular highlight is the descent through the Falkenschlucht gorge, an extremely narrow crevice that is negotiated via iron ladders and steep steps. The route then leads across the road to the Papststein (451 m). Here, the...
- 4.6 (6)·Moderate·3.4 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrThis scenic circular route leads through the distinctive table mountain landscape of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, exploring both the Gohrisch and Papststein rock plateaus. Starting near the quiet spa village of Gohrisch, the path guides visitors through shady forests before ascending wooden and metal staircases to reaching sweeping lookouts. Along the Gohrisch plateau, sweeping views stretch toward the iconic Königstein Fortress and Lilienstein. Adventurous visitors might notice the entry to...
- 4.0 (4)·Hard·41.4 km·Est. 13–14 hrDemanding circular hike in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. This is the route of the "Pearls of Saxon Switzerland" sports hike organised by the Saxon Hiking and Mountaineering Association (Sächsischer Wander- und Bergsportverband e.V.). The route can also be hiked in several stages. Highlights of the hike: - Elbe valley - Papstdorf fallow deer enclosure - Thürmsdorf Castle - Rauenstein - Impressive rock formations
- Strenuous·40.6 km·Est. 13.5–15 hrDemanding alpine tour from Rathen. This route is a challenging alpine tour that includes a technical via ferrata and is not a normal hiking trail. A complete via ferrata set (helmet, harness, via ferrata brake) is mandatory. This challenging tour connects several peaks in Saxon Switzerland via a series of climbs. The highlight, the Hänteschelstiege, is a via ferrata with a difficulty level of C, which leads up a vertical rock face via iron stirrups, pins and ladders. The route is extremely...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Hunskirchenblick?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Hunskirchenblick. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 6 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Hunskirchenblick?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Hunskirchenblick is Malerweg Stage 6: Schmilka - Gohrisch, which has a 4.5 star rating from 113 reviews. This trail is 17.2 km long with an elevation gain of 727 m.
What is the longest trail near Hunskirchenblick?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Hunskirchenblick is Sports hike Pearls of Saxon Switzerland. This trail is estimated to be 41.4 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Hunskirchenblick?
Hunskirchenblick: With an ascent of 1,751 m, 4 Mountain Circuit from Rathen [CLOSED] has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Sports hike Pearls of Saxon Switzerland with 1,537 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Hunskirchenblick?
The most popular and difficult trail near Hunskirchenblick is Malerweg Stage 6: Schmilka - Gohrisch with a 4.5-star rating from 113 reviews.