Best trails near Kolosseum

This route is stage 3 of the Malerweg, a long-distance trail through the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. This segment leads from the castle town of Hohnstein to Altendorf. Highlights include the famous Brand viewpoint, offering expansive vistas over the Polenz Valley, and the descent via 800 steps into the "Tiefer Grund." The path continues through the wild and romantic Kohlichtgraben and along the Sebnitz River to the destination. Overnight stays are available in guesthouses in Altendorf; camping...

Popular circular route in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. The Polenztal circular route is worth a visit at any time of the year. This route accompanies the Polenz through the valley of the same name in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains of Saxon Switzerland. In March, the largest wild occurrence of the March cup in Saxony can be admired here. The start and end point are at the paid parking lot P 3 Eiche. From there it's always easy up and down through the beautiful, shady valley....

Popular circular route in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. One highlight follows the next on this varied circular route through the Saxon Switzerland National Park. The Polenztal valley, known nationwide for its natural beauty, marks the start of the circular route. From the set off at the car park at the Pension & Gasthaus Polenztal, the route passes several impressive viewpoints and wild rock formations such as the Hocksteinaussicht and the Grautschgrotte. The route...

Popular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This circular hiking trail is fantastic for an excursion in the countryside. It leads from the Sachsenbergsiedlung (several car parks available) to the Bärengarten, which is located below Hohenstein Castle. It follows the Hohnstein nature trail. The Halbenweg trail offers a beautiful detour to the Gautschgrotte grotto. Further optional detours are possible, for example to the pyramid of fire, the quarry tower and the quarry...

Varied hiking tour in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. Whether beautiful forest paths, great views, exciting castles or calming watercourses - this tour has it all! Start in Hohenstein at the Polenztal car park. The trail leads along the Polenz river to Porschdorf. You follow the Polenztalweg for the entire time. There are slight ups and downs but no significant differences in altitude. At the end of the Polenztalweg, take a sharp left onto the Tiefen Grund, where a steep climb...

This moderately difficult hike leads through the heart of the Saxon Switzerland National Park, which offers many beautiful views. You’ll pass the Bastei and Wehlsteinaussicht viewpoints, the Schwedenlöcher and Amselgrund, the Hockstein and Gamrig. There are places to stop for refreshments along the way. At the start, it is nescessary to cross the Elbe by ferry (check the ferry timetable and fares). On sunny days, the ferries can get very busy. PLEASE NOTE! The Schwedenlöcher are currently...

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...

The circular walk in the beautiful Saxon Switzerland begins in the spa town of Rathen. This is idyllically situated on the River Elbe. From there, the Knotenweg trail leads to the famous Hockstein viewpoint, featuring some of the area’s unique rock formations. The return journey takes you through the romantic Polenz Valley, alongside the river of the same name. If you keep a sharp eye out, you may spot dippers here. The walk starts at the ferry crossing in the spa town of Rathen. You can...

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...