Best trails near Talwächter
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Talwächter: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 29 trails will get you there, including hiking and birding trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Talwächter: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 29 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Talwächter are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.7 (614)·Moderate·4.7 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrCultural-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...
- 4.6 (529)·Moderate·6.3 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic, exciting hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This hike includes a ferry ride. Information about the crossing and ferry times should be obtained in advance. The tour has a lot to offer over a very short distance. It starts in Rathen and first leads up numerous steps to the medieval rock castle of Neurathen. Along the way, you can enjoy marvellous views over the Rauenstein to the opposite side of the Elbe. The route continues through the rock gate onto the...
- 4.6 (294)·Moderate·9.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried hiking trail in Saxon Switzerland. This popular circular hike starts at the market square in the town of Wehlen and leads along beautiful forest paths to the famous sandstone formations. It can also be comfortably reached by bus. From the starting point, the path leads steadily uphill past the Steinerner Tisch to the bastion. There you can linger a little and enjoy the view. You return via the spa town of Rathen, Altrathen Castle along the Elbe to the starting point of the...
- 4.8 (175)·Hard·14.3 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrThis 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...
- 4.5 (157)·Moderate·7.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. The Amselgrund, which is crossed by the Grünbach stream, begins south of Rathenwalde and ends at the Amselsee lake in the spa town of Rathen, where this route begins at the free Rosengarten car park. As cars are not permitted in the climatic health resort of Rathen, the town can only be reached via the small ferry. The hike into the charming town begins on the other side of the Elbe. First you reach the Amselsee lake, from...
- 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...
- 4.7 (35)·Moderate·12.7 km·Est. 4.5–5 hrVaried 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...
- 4.5 (51)·Moderate·11.7 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrCharming 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...
- 4.7 (34)·Hard·17.1 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrChallenging circular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This circular hike in Saxon Switzerland offers a good balance between quiet sections of the trail and popular attractions. For example, it can get extremely crowded around the famous Bastei or the Schwedenlöcher, especially on summer weekends. The route starts in Uttewalde at the Bruno Monument, which can be easily reached by bus. From there, the route is fairly relaxed until the junction with Amselgrund. From...
- 4.6 (17)·Moderate·10.3 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrPicturesque hiking trail with great views in Saxon Switzerland. The hike begins at the railway station in the town of Wehlen. The first stop is the ferry station, where you take the ferry across the Danube. The trail then leads through deep forests along numerous viewpoints through Saxon Switzerland. There is always the opportunity to take a detour to one of the numerous caves. After another ferry crossing, you reach your destination, the spa town of Rathen. Highlights of the hike: -...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Talwächter?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Talwächter. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 29 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Talwächter?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Talwächter is Lohmen: Via the Schwedenlöcher to the Health Resort of Rathen to the Bastion [CLOSED], which has a 4.7 star rating from 614 reviews. This trail is 4.7 km long with an elevation gain of 223 m.
What is the longest trail near Talwächter?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Talwächter is Perlen der Sächsischen Schweiz 2021 (50 km) [CLOSED]. This trail is estimated to be 49.6 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Talwächter?
Talwächter: With an ascent of 1,521 m, Perlen der Sächsischen Schweiz 2021 (50 km) [CLOSED] has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Bastei and Schwarzberg from Rathen [CLOSED] with 1,015 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Talwächter?
The most popular and difficult trail near Talwächter is Bastei - Schwedenlöcher -Polenztalweg [CLOSED] with a 4.8-star rating from 175 reviews.