Best trails in Olbernhau
4.1(10 reviews)
Looking for the best hiking trails in Olbernhau? Whether you're getting ready to hike, bike, trail run, or explore other outdoor activities, AllTrails has 8 scenic trails in the Olbernhau area. Enjoy hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you.
Check out some trails with historic sights or adventure through the nature areas surrounding Olbernhau that are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts at any skill level.
Top trails
- 4.3 (2)·Hard·13.1 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrThis route follows stage 5 of the certified "Kammweg Erzgebirge-Vogtland" premium trail, connecting Olbernhau with Kühnhaide on a deeply scenic and peaceful section. The hike starts at the historic Saigerhütte complex and climbs up to the Stößerfelsen cliff, where an observation platform with an XXL bench offers expansive views over the Natzschung Valley. Passing the refreshing Großer Steinbach stream and the former Lochmühle mill, the trail leads through dense spruce forests to Hirschberg...
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·31.6 mi·Est. 13.5–14.5 hrIdyllic bike trip in Olbernhau, Saxony. This beautiful route leads into the Erzgebirge / Vogtland Nature Park. Start is in Olbernhau on the Gessingplatz. The route is a good mix of roads passing through small towns, forests, fields, parks and roads again. This is how you get to the Oberlochmühle, which is close to the Czech border. This is also a guesthouse and is only 4 km away from the well-known toy village of Seiffen - also appreciated for its Christmas carvings and pyramid production in...
- 5.0 (1)·Hard·28.3 mi·Est. 12–13 hrFollowing the winding course of the Flöha, this long-distance trail explores the deep industrial and natural heritage of the Saxon Ore Mountains. The hike begins at the Saigerhütte Grünthal, a remarkably well-preserved copper smelting complex from the 16th century, which is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Montanregion Erzgebirge". The trail leads through lush floodplains and dense spruce forests past historic landmarks such as the Hetzdorf Viaduct - a massive 19th century railroad...
- 2.0 (1)·Hard·9.3 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular hike in the Erzgebirge/Vogtland Nature Park, Saxony. A hike made for those arriving by public transport: It starts at the train station in Olbernhau and ends at a bus stop in Kuehnhaide. You hike mainly through the forest and have to cope with a somewhat longer ascent in the first quarter of the hike. Afterwards, however, the route is very relaxed. Highlights of the hike: - Rungstock nature reserve - Views over the Ore Mountains - Obernhau - Black Pockau - Steinhuebel - Viewpoint...
#7 - Sächsische Mittelgebirge und Erzgebirgsradmagistrale Etappe 3: Olbernhau - Thermalbad Wiesenbad
Hard·26.4 mi·Est. 11.5–12.5 hr3rd stage of the long-distance cycle path through numerous Saxon low mountain ranges and the Ore Mountains in Germany and the Czech Republic This is an official long-distance cycle route of the Erzgebirge Tourist Association and leads on winding paths through the beautiful landscapes of the Ore Mountains in Saxony and the Bohemia region in the neighboring Czech Republic. The route marking is an orange cyclist pictogram on a white background. Highlights: - Visit to the UNESCO World Heritage...- Hard·33.5 mi·Est. 15–16.5 hr2nd partial stage of the official mountain bike tour Kammtour from Olbernhau to Cranzahl in the Ore Mountains The partial stage begins in Olbernhau in the Ore Mountains, which is now one of the most beautiful places on the Silberstraße. The route then leads in a south-westerly direction to Cranzahl. The Mothhäuser Heide to be crossed is the oldest moorland and protected area in the Ore Mountains and presents itself to MTB riders as an extensive high moor landscape. This tour is an official...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails in Olbernhau?
There are plenty of things to do on Olbernhau's hiking trails. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 5 hiking trails, and more.
What is the longest trail in Olbernhau?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Olbernhau is Kammtour - MTB-Tour auf dem Kammweg Etappe 2: Olbernhau - Cranzahl. This trail is estimated to be 33.5 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Olbernhau?
Olbernhau: With an ascent of 5,134 ft, Kammtour - MTB-Tour auf dem Kammweg Etappe 2: Olbernhau - Cranzahl has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Olbernhau, Oberlochmühle and Sayda with 3,930 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail in Olbernhau?
The most popular and difficult trail in Olbernhau is Kammweg Erzgebirge-Vogtland Stage 5: Olbernhau - Kühnhalde with a 4.3-star rating from 2 reviews.
Are there camping trails available in Olbernhau?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 3 camping trails in Olbernhau and the most popular is Olbernhau - Bärenbachtal with an average 4.6 star rating from 3 community reviews.
Are there biking trails available in Olbernhau?
According to AllTrails.com, there are 2 biking trails in Olbernhau and the most popular is Olbernhau, Oberlochmühle and Sayda with an average 4.0 star rating from 1 community reviews.
Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Olbernhau?
Yes, there are 5 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Olbernhau, including Olbernhau, Oberlochmühle and Sayda, Olbernhau: Hainberg & Frankwarte, Valley of the Flöha via Grünthal to Flöha, Olbernhau - Rungstock Nature Reserve - Kuehnhaide, and Sächsische Mittelgebirge und Erzgebirgsradmagistrale Etappe 3: Olbernhau - Thermalbad Wiesenbad.
Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Olbernhau?
Yes, there are 4 trails with scenic viewpoints in Olbernhau, including Kammweg Erzgebirge-Vogtland Stage 5: Olbernhau - Kühnhalde, Olbernhau: Hainberg & Frankwarte, Valley of the Flöha via Grünthal to Flöha, and Olbernhau - Rungstock Nature Reserve - Kuehnhaide.
Are there any trails with springs in Olbernhau?
Yes, there is one trail with a spring in Olbernhau: Sächsische Mittelgebirge und Erzgebirgsradmagistrale Etappe 3: Olbernhau - Thermalbad Wiesenbad.
Are there any trails with weather shelters in Olbernhau?
Yes, there are 2 trails with weather shelters in Olbernhau, including Kammweg Erzgebirge-Vogtland Stage 5: Olbernhau - Kühnhalde and Kammtour - MTB-Tour auf dem Kammweg Etappe 2: Olbernhau - Cranzahl.
Are there any trails with ponds in Olbernhau?
Yes, there are 3 trails with ponds in Olbernhau, including Kammweg Erzgebirge-Vogtland Stage 5: Olbernhau - Kühnhalde, Olbernhau, Oberlochmühle and Sayda, and Kammtour - MTB-Tour auf dem Kammweg Etappe 2: Olbernhau - Cranzahl.