Best trails near Mönchstein
4.1(41 reviews)
Mönchstein: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 6 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. Mönchstein: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 6 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Mönchstein are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.0 (15)·Moderate·13.7 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrClose-to-nature hike in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. A natural, in some places almost wild hiking experience awaits you on this route in the German-Czech border region. You follow the Kirnitzsch river for several kilometres as it carves its way through gorges dug deep into the sandstone towards the Elbe. A real highlight is the boat trip in the footsteps of the wooden raftsmen from the Lower Lock to the Upper Lock. Sturdy shoes and sure-footedness, especially in wet weather...
- 3.6 (6)·Hard·19.5 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis wildly romantic and deeply relaxing hike leads through one of the most beautiful valleys of Saxon Switzerland. The trail follows the winding course of the Kirnitzsch, a small river that has carved deep into the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, following a mixture of level forest paths, narrow riverside trails, and historic bridge crossings. A central highlight is the gentle sound of the water amidst high rock faces, often accompanied by the sight of the historic Kirnitzschtal Tramway, the...
- 4.1 (8)·Moderate·11.4 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrBeautiful hiking trip in Hinterhermsdorf, Saxony. A lovely excursion around Hinterhermsdorf with beautiful views of the local natural landscape. Hinterhermsdorf is located directly on the Czech border. It is a district of the town of Sebnitz in the district of Saxon Switzerland-Eastern Ore Mountains in Saxony. The starting and finishing point is located there. There are several car parks. The route leads along beautiful forest paths through the Reißersgrund to Niedermühle and finally...
- 4.4 (6)·Moderate·10.6 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrModerately difficult hike. Good basic fitness required. Predominantly easy paths. Sure-footedness required. None other than the developer of the Hintere Sächsische Schweiz, Pastor Wilhelm Leberecht Götzinger, said that when visiting Hinterhermsdorf, the first walk should be up the Weifberg to enjoy the magical view.
- 4.5 (6)·Hard·22.2 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrVaried circular route through the Saxon Switzerland National Park. This tour starts in Hinterhermsdorf. This route takes you through Saxon Switzerland, where wonderful views of the varied natural landscapes await you. Highlights of the hike: - Wonderful views - Varied natural landscape - Local flora and fauna - Saxon Switzerland
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Mönchstein?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Mönchstein. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 6 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Mönchstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Mönchstein is Hinterhermsdorf - River Kirnitzsch with boat trip border hike, which has a 4.0 star rating from 15 reviews. This trail is 13.7 km long with an elevation gain of 471 m.
What is the longest trail near Mönchstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Mönchstein is Hinterhermsdorf nach Sluknov. This trail is estimated to be 35.7 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Mönchstein?
Mönchstein: With an ascent of 1,156 m, Hinterhermsdorf nach Sluknov has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Kirnitzschtal - Weifberg with 704 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Mönchstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Mönchstein is Kirnitzschtal - Weifberg with a 3.6-star rating from 6 reviews.
Top sights in Saxon Switzerland National Park
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- Auf dem historischen Flößersteig an der Kirnitzsch
- Mitteldorf - Lichtenhain Waterfall
- Hinterhermsdorf Round
- Hinteres Raubschloß
- Kirnitzsch - Schmilka
- Saupsdorf - Sächsische Schweiz mit Arnsteinklippen und Kleinsteinhöhle
- Altendorf - Ostrauer Mühle - Bad Schandau
- Großer Winterberg - Lichtenhainer Waterfall - Zeughaus
- From Sebnitz via the Panorama Trail to Bad Schandau
- Zu zwei sagenhaften Ausblicken: Goldstein und Kipphorn
- Ostrauer Mühle - Dompfeiler - Affensteinpromenade - Schießgrundscheibe
- Kuhstall - Kienberge Circular Route
- Hinterhermsdorf - River Kirnitzsch with boat trip border hike
- Wandern um Lichtenhain
- Through the Kuhstall to the Himmelsleiter
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