Best trails near Veteran
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Veteran: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 21 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. Veteran: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 21 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Veteran are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.7 (236)·Moderate·13.2 kmThis popular circular walk with stunning views starts at the Ostrau car park and leads to the Schrammsteine and the Carolafelsen. Wearing sturdy footwear is strongly recommended, as, in addition to sections along roads, the trail takes you over interesting steps (such as the Wildschützensteig), up steep staircases and up ladders – as well as through narrow, damp and slippery crevices. Your efforts will be rewarded with magnificent views of Saxon Switzerland.
- 4.6 (163)·Moderate·11.7 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrExciting and varied hiking trail in Saxon, Switzerland, Saxony. It starts in Bad Schandau. The adventure begins with riding an 80-year-old tram, the Kirnitzschtalbahn, from Bad Schandau to Beuthenfall. You can visit the spectacular Lichtenhain waterfall, which is the starting point for the hike. The "Kuhstall" offers a nice place to take a break - but it can get very crowded there. Then it goes on to the new Widerstein and via the Fremdenweg and the Königsstraße to the Idargrotte. Many...
- 4.6 (123)·Hard·19.5 km·Est. 6–7 hrPopular circular trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This route in Saxon Switzerland leads past some of the most spectacular rock formations in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. As the name of the trail suggests, in addition to the Falkenstein and the Großer Winterberg, the route also passes the Schrammsteine, a rock formation characterised by dramatic crevices to the east of Bad Schandau. This tour starts at the free Falkenstein Hütten car park. From there, the route climbs...
- 4.8 (95)·Hard·9.8 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. Excellent views can be expected on this quite demanding tour. The route leads through the famous Affensteine and up the 458m high Carolafelsen. Starting at the Am Beuthefall car park, which is subject to a charge, it goes through the rock massifs of the Dietrichsgrund until you reach the impressive rock marbles along the Oberen Affenstein Promenade. Via the sand hole, it finally goes up to the small Prebischtor and on...
- 4.4 (59)·Moderate·5.6 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrFamily-friendly short hike in Bad Schandau, Saxony. The beautiful tour starts at the Beuthefall car park, which is subject to a charge. There is also a bus stop with the same name right by the parking lot. From there it goes through the Dietrichsgrund to the scenic route along the Langen Horn. This rising path finally leads over the Carolafelsen to a highlight of the tour - the Wilde Hölle. The path leads through the adventurous, wild and romantic gorge. Slightly descending, we proceed in...
- 4.8 (48)·Moderate·6.6 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrChallenging and varied circular hike in the Saxon Switzerland National Park near Sebnitz, Saxony. This panoramic circular hike starts at the "Nasser Grund" hiking car park in the Kirnitzschtal valley and leads via the "Kleiner Dom" and "Großer Winterberg" up to the "Carolafelsen". Here you can take a break and enjoy the fantastic panoramic view. The route continues into the wild and romantic "Wilde Hölle" gorge. Here you need to be alert, have a head for heights and be sure-footed - pitons...
- 4.7 (59)·Hard·20 kmScenic hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. Many unique spots with great views await you on this route. The tour can be started at the bus stop or at the Schrammsteinbaude hiking car park. From there, the trail leads through the narrow Schießgrund and Vorderwinkel gorges to the Obere Affensteinpromenade. From time to time there are many small climbing passages where surefootedness and a little caution are required. The Affensteinpromenade itself is not a developed...
- 4.6 (43)·Moderate·13.8 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrFabulous circular hiking tour in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This fabulous excursion can be started at the Lichtenhainer Wasserfall car park, which is subject to a charge. You can also take an 80-year-old tram, the Kirnitzschtalbahn, from Bad Schandau to Beuthenfall. There you can visit the spectacular Lichtenhain waterfall. Continue to the popular "Kuhstall" where you can take a break - but please note that it can get very crowded there. The route then continues to the...
- 4.8 (35)·Hard·17.5 km·Est. 6.5–7 hrDemanding, varied hiking trail in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. This is a rather difficult hiking trail that rewards you with great views of the nature of Saxon Switzerland. Rugged stones and rock needles, with a great panoramic view from the plateau of Pfaffensteine, Königstein, Lilienstein and Schrammsteine make this route particularly interesting. The Carola Rock is located at the southern end above the Schrammstein Trail and is part of the Affensteine. All these highlights are visited from...
- 4.2 (20)·Hard·6.1 kmThis tour takes you along the most famous staircase in Saxon Switzerland, the Häntzschelstiege. Just a few years ago, the entire staircase was re-secured, so there is now a sturdy steel cable running almost the entire length. The Häntzschelstiege is therefore ideal for beginners, but should not be underestimated. The highlight of the tour is the view from the Affensteine, offering a superb vista of the Falkenstein. The descent takes you through the Wilde Hölle. The tour starts at the Nasser...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Veteran?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Veteran. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 21 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Veteran?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Veteran is Schrammsteine - Carolafelsen - Wilde Hölle, which has a 4.7 star rating from 236 reviews. This trail is 13.2 km long with an elevation gain of 570 m.
What is the longest trail near Veteran?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Veteran is Neumannsmühle - Bauerlochturm - Großer Reitsteig. This trail is estimated to be 27.0 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Veteran?
Veteran: With an ascent of 1,118 m, Neumannsmühle - Bauerlochturm - Großer Reitsteig has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Schmilka - Carolafelsen - Bauerlochturm with 1,054 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Veteran?
The most popular and difficult trail near Veteran is Falkenstein, Schrammsteine and Großer Winterberg with a 4.6-star rating from 123 reviews.
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