Best trails near Herbertfels
4.8(60 reviews)
Herbertfels: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 7 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. Herbertfels: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 7 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Herbertfels are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.7 (19)·Hard·12.2 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrMagnificent nature hike in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. This hike starts at the entrance to the Felsenmühle. It heads in a south-westerly direction along the Kleiner Zschandbach stream. Along various meadows and many mountains, the trail later leads to the Reitstieg and then via the Obere Affensteinpromenade to the Idagrotte - a fascinating work of nature. The Idagrotte is a fissure and stratified joint cave. It is located on the eastern side of the Frienstein and the special thing about it is...
- 4.7 (20)·Moderate·11.9 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrVaried hike in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. The name of the hike is a long rock massif in beautiful Saxon Switzerland - the Winterstein. A medieval rock castle once stood on the 389 meter high rock, which is where the name Raubschloss comes from. The tour leads there, starting at the Elbe at the Neumannsmühle car park. Following the Kirnitzsch for a while, it finally heads south uphill to the Winterstein. From there and along the plateau you have a wonderful view. For quite a long stretch we...
- 4.8 (10)·Hard·19.6 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrVaried circular route in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This route leads right across the eastern Elbe Sandstone Mountains. The highlights of this route are the Großer Winterberg, the Lichtenhain Waterfall and the Zeughaus. The path to the Großer Winterberg is quite steep both on the ascent and descent, but very well developed. The tour takes you through varied landscapes. There are wonderful nature experiences, sandstone formations, forests, waterfalls and the opportunity 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...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·35.2 km·Est. 12.5–13.5 hrDemanding hiking route from Bad Schandau to Hinterhermsdorf, Saxony. This varied hiking route leads from Schmilka to Hinterhermsdorf. It leads to many beautiful viewpoints and rock formations such as the Kleine Bastei, the Winterbergwächter, the Großer Winterberg, Kipphornaussicht, Richterschluchtturm, Goldsteinaussicht and Großer Teichstein. In addition to these natural highlights, there are several optional detours along the way. The paths are a mixture of forest trails, paths and some...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Herbertfels?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Herbertfels. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 7 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Herbertfels?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Herbertfels is Kirnitzsch - Schmilka, which has a 4.7 star rating from 19 reviews. This trail is 12.2 km long with an elevation gain of 735 m.
What is the longest trail near Herbertfels?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Herbertfels is From Bad Schandau to Hinterhermsdorf. This trail is estimated to be 35.2 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Herbertfels?
Herbertfels: With an ascent of 1,795 m, From Bad Schandau to Hinterhermsdorf has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Neumannsmühle - Bauerlochturm - Großer Reitsteig with 1,118 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Herbertfels?
The most popular and difficult trail near Herbertfels is Kirnitzsch - Schmilka with a 4.7-star rating from 19 reviews.
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