Best trails near Waldgeist

This route is stage 5 of the Malerweg, a long-distance trail through the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. This segment leads from the Neumannmühle in the Kirnitzsch Valley to the border village of Schmilka. Highlights include the Arnstein rock and the steep climb through the Wolfsschlüchte to the Großer Winterberg, the second-highest mountain in Saxon Switzerland, before descending into the organic village of Schmilka with its historic water mill. Overnight stays are available in guesthouses and...

Varied circular route in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This route leads right across the eastern Elbe Sandstone Mountains. The highlights of this route are the Großer Winterberg, the Lichtenhain Waterfall and the Zeughaus. The path to the Großer Winterberg is quite steep both on the ascent and descent, but very well developed. The tour takes you through varied landscapes. There are wonderful nature experiences, sandstone formations, forests, waterfalls and the opportunity to...

Moderately difficult hike. Good basic fitness required. Predominantly easy paths. Sure-footedness required. From the Neumannmühle you hike along a wide forest road (yellow line) into the Großer Zschand. This dry valley, initially with a cool, damp cellar climate, leads into the heart of the Saxon Switzerland National Park. Later you reach the historic Zeughaus - now an inn. In the days of Elector Augustus of Saxony (1526-1586), it was a base for hunting around the Großer Winterberg. It...

Scenic hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This route through Saxon Switzerland leads to the highlights of Carola Rock, Elbleitenweg and Goldsteinaussicht. You hike through the core area of Saxon Switzerland through the wild rock formations of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains and have marvellous views from various vantage points. From the starting point, the ferry landing stage in Schmilka, the trail initially leads steeply uphill via the Bersteig to the highest point...

Varied hike from the Neumannsmühle in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. The route begins at the Neumannmühle, where you can park or travel by bus. Along the Zeughausstrasse it goes through the Saxon Switzerland National Park to the Großer Reitsteig. Many serpentines lead to the Great Edelweiß Tower. From there it goes down through the Hickel Gorges and the dry valley of Großer Zschand. After the valley follows the ascent via the Goldsteig up to the excellent Goldstein viewpoint. The Roßsteig leads...

Popular hiking trail in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. This hike leads through the core zone of Saxon Switzerland. Highlights of the route are the Großer Winterberg, the Zeughaus, the Kirnitzschtal, the Hickelhöhle and the wildly romantic Richterschlüchte. It begins at the paid car park in Schmilka with a steep climb up the mountain path towards Großer Winterberg. Once there, the ascent is rewarded with a magnificent view. The Roßsteig leads past the Alte Zeughaus, which is open seasonally, to...

Challenging trail running route in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. Starting at the Neumannmühle mill in the Kirnitzschtal valley, this route is a challenging trail running circuit. It leads across the Großer and Kleiner Zschand, the Schmilka area, the Schrammsteine and Affensteine, as well as the Wildensteiner area. Excellent viewpoints include the Goldsteinaussicht, the Kuhstall and the Hohe Liebe. The dark and damp Richter and Spitzstein gorges, as well as the rafting trail, also offer an...

Popular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This hike in the Saxon Switzerland National Park leads from the Grosser Winterberg via the Roßsteig towards Teichstein, from where you have a marvellous view of the national park. The Old Armoury at Teichsteinblick also offers refreshments. The Affenstein Promenade is reached next via the Reitsteig. It runs on a medium sandstone level around the entire Affenstein mountain range and is not a developed hiking trail. There...

Demanding hiking route from Bad Schandau to Hinterhermsdorf, Saxony. This varied hiking route leads from Schmilka to Hinterhermsdorf. It leads to many beautiful viewpoints and rock formations such as the Kleine Bastei, the Winterbergwächter, the Großer Winterberg, Kipphornaussicht, Richterschluchtturm, Goldsteinaussicht and Großer Teichstein. In addition to these natural highlights, there are several optional detours along the way. The paths are a mixture of forest trails, paths and some...