Best trails near Krallenturm
4.2(60 reviews)
Krallenturm: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 9 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. Krallenturm: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 9 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Krallenturm are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.0 (18)·Moderate·3.9 km·Est. 1–1.5 hrThe scenic trail through the Bielatal in Saxon Switzerland leads past impressive sandstone rock formations near the Ottomühle parking area. Winding through dense forest, the path first visits the towering Herkulessäulen before crossing toward the rock towers at Johanniswacht. Proceeding south toward the Wiesensteine, the route passes the historic Gasthof Ottomühle. The second half of the loop becomes a bit overgrown, featuring downed trees that require climbing over before reaching the...
- 4.5 (11)·Moderate·11.3 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis hike explores many of the interesting rock formations and caves in the Bielatal valley. Highlights of the tour include the Benno Cave (be sure to bring a torch), the Grenzplatte (near the Czech border), the Tower of the Rock Brothers, the Swedish Cave and the Grandfather's Chair. There are many sights to see!
- 4.5 (7)·Moderate·8.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrCharming year-round tour in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. The tour starts at the paid forest car park in front of the Ottomühle mill in the Bielatal valley. The trail leads along the road via the Ottomühle mill to the turn-off towards Grenzplatte, where the path leads uphill. In parts, the trail leads over steps, where caution is advised in icy and snowy conditions. At the turn-off to Grenzplatte, the trail finally climbs up to the plateau. There are wonderful views of the rocky peaks of the...
- 5.0 (3)·Hard·21.6 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrThe name of the hike comes from the fact that the path looks very much like a turkey! Apart from that, the route leads to many interesting rock formations in the Bielatal valley, including the Rosengarten, the Hercules Columns and the Grenzplatte. It then makes a loop through Buchenhain and Wolfstein before returning.
- 3.0 (1)·Moderate·13.7 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis route starts at the Ottomühle forest car park and leads through the forest to various points of interest. Firstly, you visit some of the nearby rock formations such as the Glasergrundwand, the Glasergrundwarte and the Glasergrundnadel. The route then continues to the Wormsbergwächter. The route then continues to the Grenzplatte. The route then goes deep into the forest, with a stop at the moor pond, but finally you reach the Zeisigstein, which offers a beautiful view of the area. Then...
- Hard·58.4 km·Est. 16–17.5 hr1st section of the long-distance cycle route through numerous Saxon low mountain ranges and the Ore Mountains in Germany and the Czech Republic This is an official long-distance cycle route of the Erzgebirge Tourist Association and leads along winding paths through the beautiful landscapes of the Erzgebirge in Saxony and the Bohemia region in the neighbouring Czech Republic. The route is marked with an orange cyclist pictogram on a white background. Highlights: - impressive sandstone rock...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Krallenturm?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Krallenturm. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 7 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Krallenturm?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Krallenturm is Hercules’ Column – Johanniswacht – Wiesensteine – Kanzelturm, which has a 4.0 star rating from 18 reviews. This trail is 3.9 km long with an elevation gain of 189 m.
What is the longest trail near Krallenturm?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Krallenturm is Sächsische Mittelgebirge und Erzgebirgsradmagistrale Etappe 1: Schöna - Geising. This trail is estimated to be 58.4 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Krallenturm?
Krallenturm: With an ascent of 1,786 m, Sächsische Mittelgebirge und Erzgebirgsradmagistrale Etappe 1: Schöna - Geising has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Beilataler Truthahnschleife with 662 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Krallenturm?
The most popular and difficult trail near Krallenturm is Ums Bielatal with a 4.4-star rating from 8 reviews.