Best trails near Vehmhöhle
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Vehmhöhle: 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. Vehmhöhle: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 9 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Vehmhöhle are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (178)·Moderate·2.4 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrScenic out-and-back walk in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, Saxony, Germany The tour starts at the Bastei car park and leads to the famous Felsenburg. On the way, magnificent views of the rocky natural landscape can be enjoyed and there are many sights worth seeing. The tour continues through the "Felsentor" (rock gate) to the Bastei Bridge. There is the famous view of the Elbe from the viewing platform on the Bastei Rock. Once at the top, there is a fantastic panoramic view of the Tafel...
- 4.7 (93)·Moderate·10.3 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular, panoramic hike in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. The tour starts at the railway station in Wehlen. You then have to take the ferry to the other side of the Elbe (check prices and timetable). From there it goes uphill via Wehlen Castle. Follow the "Roter Punkt" markings through the Wehlener Grund, Zscherregrund and Höllengrund to the Stone Table and on to the Bastei. However, the secret, quiet highlight of the hike is the ascent through the typical U-shaped grounds....
- 4.3 (2)·Moderate·14.6 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis classic route leads from Stadt Wehlen through the heart of Saxon Switzerland National Park to Bad Schandau. The path climbs out of the Elbe valley through shaded beech forests toward the famous Bastei Bridge, where sandstone rock formations tower high above the river. Exploring the ruins of Neurathen Castle reveals centuries of regional history set into the stone. After crossing the bridge, the trail descends past massive rock towers into the quiet Schwedenlöcher gorge before continuing...
- 4.6 (530)·Moderate·6.3 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrStarting 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...
- 4.5 (95)·Moderate·9 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular 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...
- 4.4 (45)·Moderate·9.5 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This popular excursion destination in the impressive rock formations of the Saxon Switzerland National Park is explored from Rathewalde. The car can be parked there and it is possible to get a refreshment after the excursion. From the car park, the trail leads to some of the most famous rock formations in Saxon Switzerland. There are great views at the Wehlsteinaussicht, Ferdinandaussicht and the famous Batei Bridge, for...
- 4.4 (51)·Hard·16.3 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrPopular circular route in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This is a fantastic hike from Wehlen railway station to the Bastei and then on past the Amselsee lake and the spa town of Rathen (refreshments available). From Wehlen railway station, the route goes to the ferry, which then crosses the Elbe (check the timetable and prices). Not only the famous Bastei, the landmark of Saxon Switzerland, but also many other impressive rock formations such as the Neurathen rock castle await...
- 4.3 (28)·Hard·24.5 km·Est. 7.5–8.5 hrVersatile circular route in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. This popular circular trail is one of the most scenic hiking trails near Wehlen in Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. From Wehlen, it goes steeply uphill to the bastion. Here you can enjoy the magnificent view of the Elbe Valley and the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. We continue to the most well-known sights of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, such as the open-air stage, the Amselsee, the Amsel waterfalls, and the Rathewald mill. Via the...
- 4.3 (22)·Hard·15.9 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrThis hike leads through the heart of the Saxon Switzerland National Park and connects the spa town of Rathen with the historic town of Wehlen. The trail leads up to the famous Bastei Bridge, a sandstone bridge built in 1851, which offers spectacular views of the Elbe valley and the table mountains such as the Lilienstein. A special experience is the descent through the Schwedenlöcher, a gorge-like ravine with over 700 steps, which served as a refuge for farmers from Swedish soldiers during...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Vehmhöhle?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Vehmhöhle. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 9 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Vehmhöhle?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Vehmhöhle is Bastei - Felsenburg Circular Route, which has a 4.5 star rating from 178 reviews. This trail is 2.4 km long with an elevation gain of 92 m.
What is the longest trail near Vehmhöhle?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Vehmhöhle is Bastei, Amselsee and Hohnstein [CLOSED]. This trail is estimated to be 24.5 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Vehmhöhle?
Vehmhöhle: With an ascent of 909 m, Bastei, Amselsee and Hohnstein [CLOSED] has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Rathen-Kriesgrund-Bastei-Schwedenlöcher-Wehlen [CLOSED] with 610 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Vehmhöhle?
The most popular and difficult trail near Vehmhöhle is Wehlen to Rathewalde via Bastei and Amselsee [CLOSED] with a 4.4-star rating from 51 reviews.
Top sights in Saxon Switzerland National Park
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Points of interest
- Echse
- Schwedenturm
- Taufstein
- Höllengrund
- Höllengrundscheibe
- Wilde Schwedenlöcher
- Felsenburg Neurathen
- Die Steinschleuder
- Pavillonaussicht
- Kohlgrund
- Schwedenlöcher
- Ferdinandaussicht
- Heringshöhle
- Uttewalder Felsentor
- Byrrhus-Felsen
- Elektrizitätswerk Copitz
- Zscherregrund
- Tiefer Grund
- Wesenitz Umfließung Daubemühle
- Jahrhundertturm