Best trails near Höllenhund

This spectacular and adventurous circular hike leads through the heart of Saxon Switzerland, connecting some of the most dramatic gorge landscapes of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. The trail explores the area between the idyllic village of Rathewalde and the famous Bastei region, following a challenging mixture of narrow rock paths, hundreds of steps in the Schwedenlöcher, and cool, moss-covered valley floors. A central highlight is the traverse of the "Schwedenlöcher," a gorge-like rock alley...

Varied hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This varied route leads into the Elbe Sandstone Mountains on the Brückwaldweg. It starts in Lohmen and leads along the Malerweg through the Uttewalder Grund. The Uttewalder Grund is one of the "old famous" and most beautiful gorges in Saxon Switzerland and leads to the Uttewalder Felsentor (Uttewalder Rock Gate), which amazed people as early as the 1800s. The route continues along another gorge path to the Steinerner Tisch...

Cultural-historical, panoramic hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This trail leads to two classics with a lot of history and great views - the Schwedenlöcher and the Basteibrücke. In between, there is always the opportunity to take a break and stop for refreshments. The start and end point is the paid car park or the bus stop in the immediate vicinity of the famous Bastei. From there, following the "blue line" markings for the entire hike, the route first leads...

Starting with a gentle ferry crossing of the Elbe River at Kurort Rathen, this iconic loop climbs toward the famous core of Saxon Switzerland National Park. Shaded forest stairs lead up to the historic Neurathen Castle ruins and the grand stone arches of the Bastei Bridge, where dramatic platforms overlook towering sandstone pinnacles and the river valley below. The route descends through the Schwedenlöcher, a cool, narrow gorge framed by mossy rock walls and wooden stairways, before...

This route is stage 2 of the Malerweg, a long-distance trail through the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. This segment leads from Stadt Wehlen across the world-famous Bastei to Hohnstein. Highlights include the iconic Bastei Bridge with expansive views, Lake Amsel, and the spectacular Wolf's Gorge (Wolfsschlucht) in the Polenz Valley before the path ends at Hohnstein Castle. Overnight stays are available in guesthouses and hotels in Stadt Wehlen or Hohnstein; camping is prohibited within the...

Popular circular route in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This beautiful circular route starts and ends at the hikers' car park on Rathener Strasse and leads to some of the most famous rock formations in Saxon Switzerland. Great views can be enjoyed at the Wehlsteinaussicht, for example. The paths around the Felsenburg, the Bastei, and the Schwedenlöcher are prevalent on sunny days and weekends. We recommend visiting during the week, if possible, for hikers who long for peace...

Popular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park. This route runs along the Malerweg trail. Starting from the town of Wehlen, it leads to the Bastei, where there is an excellent view of the surrounding sandstone formations and the opportunity to visit a medieval castle, the ruins of which still survive in the rock formations. The tour begins with a ferry crossing of the Elbe (check timetable and prices). Finally, right at the beginning, the route climbs steeply along the...

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...

Popular hike in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This hike explores the eastern part of the Saxon Switzerland National Park. Impressive sandstone formations such as the quarry tower or the pyramid of fire line the route. You should have a head for heights, as some of the rocks are climbed using well-secured ladders. The trail starts at Porschdorf railway station. From there, the trail climbs a good distance uphill via Tiefen Grund towards Brand-Baude. There are several...