Best trails near Hunger Stone
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Hunger Stone: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 15 trails will get you there, including hiking and camping trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Hunger Stone: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 15 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Hunger Stone are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.7 (113)·Hard·16.9 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis route is stage 7 of the Malerweg, a long-distance trail through the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. This segment leads from the spa town of Gohrisch across striking table mountains to Weißig. Highlights include the climb through the Needle's Eye (Nadelöhr) onto the Pfaffenstein, the Quirl table mountain, and the monumental Königstein Fortress. The path continues through Thürmsdorf and its Malerweg Chapel, offering panoramic views, until reaching the destination. Overnight stays are available...
- 4.1 (36)·Moderate·9.5 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular circular hike in Saxon Switzerland near Königstein. This beautiful circular hike leads to one of the classic excursion destinations in Saxon Switzerland, which attracts thousands of visitors from all over the world every year: Königstein Fortress. This hike offers the opportunity to combine a visit to Königstein Fortress and an immersion in its 800-year history with a varied hike. The route leads up to the fortress on beautiful forest paths (steep in places) - sturdy footwear is...
- 4.4 (36)·Moderate·46.5 km·Est. 11–12 hrLeft Elbe section of the Elbe Cycle Route in Saxony. The stage starts in Dresden and leads to Schmilka. It can also be used as a day trip and departed from Schmilka-Hirschmühle station. On the way, there are the charming, historic town centres of Dresden, Rathen, Königstsein and Bad Schandau to discover, always accompanied by magnificent views of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains . For those interested in model railways, a trip to the spa town of Rathen with the world's largest garden railway is...
- 4.5 (17)·Moderate·12.6 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular route along the Elbe in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, Saxony. Starting at the Falkensteinblick panoramic restaurant, this route leads via Königstein to the Bastei and back. You cycle almost the entire time along the Elbe and have a marvellous view of the surrounding mountain ranges of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. Apart from a small climb at the end, the route is also quite easy to cycle. The route can also be hiked. Highlights: - Views of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains - Route along...
- 4.5 (26)·Hard·17.7 km·Est. 6–7 hrVaried and challenging circular trail around Königstein, Saxony. This beautiful circular hike leads from the fortress town of Königstein along an idyllic path through the forest to the spa town of Rathen and then up the striking table mountain, the Lilienstein. Here you can enjoy a fantastic view over large parts of Saxon Switzerland. At the very end of the tour, you take the F6 ferry across the Elbe, for which a ticket must be purchased. The starting point is easily accessible by train to...
- 4.3 (22)·Moderate·10 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrVaried circular route around Königstein, Saxony. You will encounter a variety of landscapes on the tour, the Pfaffenstein is particularly beautiful and rewards you with marvellous views. A detour to the famous Barbarine is possible from here. Starting on the Elbe, near Königstein, you hike up the Pfaffenstein, overcoming almost 350 metres in altitude Highlights of the hike: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes
- 4.4 (18)·Hard·48.6 km·Est. 12–13.5 hrMegamarsch route from Dresden, Saxony. This is the official route of the extreme hiking event "Megamarsch Dresden" 2020 from Dresden to Bad Schandau. The hike is very difficult, so a very good physical condition is required. The paths are mostly easily accessible and lead through the historic city and the surrounding nature. Highlights: - Wonderful views - Local flora and fauna - Diverse natural landscapes
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·30.3 km·Est. 9–10 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony This circular route to the Bastei starts at the railway station in the spa town of Rathen (accessible by bus and train). The route promises many highlights; a ferry ride across the Elbe awaits right at the start (check prices and timetable), before you hike along the picturesque Amselsee lake and the Schwedenlöcher gorges. The Schwedenlöcher are a gorge-like ravine that can be reached via rocky alleyways, over 700...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Hunger Stone?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Hunger Stone. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 11 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Hunger Stone?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Hunger Stone is Malerweg Stage 7: Gohrisch - Weißig, which has a 4.7 star rating from 113 reviews. This trail is 16.9 km long with an elevation gain of 681 m.
What is the longest trail near Hunger Stone?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Hunger Stone is Megamarsch Dresden 2020. This trail is estimated to be 48.6 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Hunger Stone?
Hunger Stone: With an ascent of 1,610 m, Perlen der Sächsischen Schweiz 2009 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 Hunger Stone?
The most popular and difficult trail near Hunger Stone is Malerweg Stage 7: Gohrisch - Weißig with a 4.7-star rating from 113 reviews.
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