Best bird watching trails in Saxony

Family-friendly hike in Bad Schandau, Saxony. This promising excursion starts at the free car park in Zahnsgrund and leads to the famous rock formations of the Saxon Switzerland National Park - the Schrammsteine. The way there via the Schiessgrund leads slightly but steadily uphill. Once at the top, the path can optionally be extended to the Schrammstein viewpoint. Via the Elbleitenweg it goes slightly downhill to the shooting ground, on which it finally goes back to the starting point. The...

Beautiful loop in Leipzig, Saxony. This tour goes around Lake Cospuden, an artificial lake south of Leipzig. Lake Cospuden offers you a wide range of leisure, recreational and sporting opportunities. The tour is suitable for bikes, inline skates and longboards. The main path is asphalted. Of course, it is nicer to run off the asphalted path, for which there are several possibilities. Highlights of the hike: - Beautiful views - Varied natural landscape - Rich flora and fauna - Lake Cospuden

Panoramic route through Saxon Switzerland from Schmilka, Saxony. This circular route leads from the Schmilka ferry stop through the unique and popular Saxon Switzerland National Park. The route first follows the Elbleitenweg to the popular Schrammsteinen including a view of the Schrammstein. From there it continues picturesquely on the ridge path. Here the Breite-Kluft view and the Carolafelsen await. From there the path leads over the Reitsteig to the Großer Winterberg and the Kipphorn...

Varied loop in the Schwarzwassertal nature reserve, Saxony. The wildly romantic hiking trail leads over forest paths and meadows, past impressive rock formations in the Saxon Ore Mountains. From the Katzenstein plateau, the view of the valley of the Black Pockau rushing below is a special treat. The varied (often narrow) path leads along steep rock faces and sometimes only runs on small wooden bridges over the crevices. Sturdy shoes and sure-footedness are recommended here. A detour to the...

Fabulous hiking excursion in the Schwarzwassertal nature reserve, Saxony. The hike starts at the Festplatz Katzenstein car park and takes you directly to it. On the Katzenstein viewing rock you can enjoy the view and pause for a moment before continuing through the beautiful nature reserve. Highlights of the tour: - Katzenstein (706 m) - Valley of the Black Pockau - Cat Stone Needle - Devil's Wall - Bird Observatory

Scenic cycle route in the Werbeliner See nature reserve. Lake Werbelin is part of the Neuseenland in the north of Leipzig and is the largest lake in this area. Swimming is prohibited in the lake as it is a nature reserve. The cycle path around Lake Werbelin is very well developed and (almost) completely asphalted. In addition, there are hardly any climbs and little traffic, so the route can also be undertaken with children. There are places to sit along the way. The start is at the parking...

Popular hiking trail in Neukieritzsch, Saxony. This tour begins at the "Ferienhain" parking lot, which is subject to a charge, and leads around Lake Hainer. With almost 600 hectares, this is one of the largest in the Leipzig Neuseenland. It is embedded in attractive nature and invites you to take wonderful walks and hikes. This round is also ideal as a running route Highlights: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes - Lake Hain

Panoramic, 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 always enjoy wonderful views over the Rauenstein to the opposite side of the Elbe. The route continues through the rock gate...

Popular hike in Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This is a beautiful hike to some of the most famous rock formations in Saxon Switzerland. Great views of the Elbe and nice places to stop make the varied route perfect. The start and end point is in Waltersdorf. You can park there. The Basteiweg and the famous Basteibrücke, which lead to the impressive views of the Bastei and the Ferdinandaussicht, are reached via the spa town of Rathen. The ascent leads over a few steps. But the view...

Popular loop 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 symbol of Saxon Switzerland, but many other impressive rock formations such as the Felsenburg Neurathen are waiting here along...