Best partially-paved trails in Saxony

Varied hiking trail in Saxon Switzerland. This popular circular hike starts at the market square in the town of Wehlen and leads along beautiful forest paths to the famous sandstone formations. It can also be comfortably reached by bus. From the starting point, the path leads steadily uphill past Steinerner Tisch to the bastion. There you can linger a little and enjoy the view. You return via the spa town of Rathen, Altrathen Castle along the Elbe to the starting point of the...

This route is stage 1 of the Malerweg, a long-distance trail through the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. This section leads from Pirna-Liebethal to Stadt Wehlen. The path follows the Wesenitz River through the romantic Liebethaler Grund, passing the Richard Wagner Monument, and continues through the Uttewalder Grund with its famous rock gate. Overnight stays are available in guesthouses in Stadt Wehlen; camping is prohibited within the national park. Potable water should be carried or refilled at...

Popular, scenic hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. The tour starts at the market square in Bad Schandau. You can either use one of the parking lots there or take the bus. The ferry landing stage is also not far away. The hike leads to the ladders of the Schrammsteine, along striking rocks and along narrow paths. In addition to numerous fantastic views, the route also offers fairytale gorges and natural monuments. The first highlight of the tour is the fascinating...

This route is stage 6 of the Malerweg, a long-distance trail through the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. This segment leads from Schmilka across the Elbe River to the spa town of Gohrisch. Highlights include the baroque village church in Reinhardtsdorf and the climbs up the striking table mountains Papststein and Gohrisch, which offer expansive panoramic views of the rock formations on the left bank of the Elbe. Overnight stays are available in guesthouses and hotels in Kurort Gohrisch; camping...

Popular, promising hike in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. The tour starts at the train station in Wehlen. Then you have to take the ferry to the other side of the Elbe (note prices and timetable). From there it goes uphill via Wehlen Castle. Follow the "Red Dot" markings through the Wehlener Grund, Zscherregrund and Höllengrund to the Steinernen Tisch and on to the Bastei. The secret, quiet highlight of the hike, however, is the ascent through the typical U-shaped grounds. You...

This route is the 8th and final stage of the Malerweg, a long-distance hiking trail through the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. This section runs from Weißig to its endpoint in the historic old town of Pirna. Highlights include the ridge trail across the Rauenstein plateau, offering impressive panoramic views, as well as the stretch along former quarries to the Königsnase. The trail eventually runs along the Elbe River and via the Canalettoweg to Pirna’s market square. Accommodations are...

Family-friendly hike to the Uttewalder Felsentor in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. This hike can be reached by bus and train (Uttewald bus stop). Paid parking is available at the starting point for those arriving by car. Well suited for families with children, this hike leads through the impressive rock world and fairytale gorges of the Uttewalder Grund. From the Bruno monument it goes via the Schleifgrund to the Uttewalder Grund until you reach the adventurous circular route through the...

Family-friendly panoramic walk in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. It goes to one of the most famous rock formations in Saxon Switzerland, from which you have a unique view of the Elbe valley and the large table mountains. In the Swiss House you can learn a lot about artists and their representation of Saxon Switzerland. Accessibility: the route is suitable for wheelchair users. However, you cannot get to the long Bastei bridge. The small stone island just before the Bastei viewpoint should be...

On this loop hike, you’ll climb the Lilienstein, probably the most famous table mountain in Saxon Switzerland and a landmark of the national park. The Elbe winds picturesquely around it, and from the top, you’ll be treated to a variety of beautiful views. There’s also a mountain restaurant at the summit. The return route through the forest follows partly the Sellnitzgrundweg and partly the Lottersteig. The tour starts at the train station in Rathmannsdorf; drivers can use the parking lots in...

Popular and panoramic hike from Bad Schandau, Saxony. This beautiful route begins in Bad Schandau and leads via the Obrigensteig to the Schrammsteinen. On the other side of the Elbe there are already wonderful vantage points. There are many stairs/steps on the Obrigensteig, which enable a quick ascent. Once at the top you can enjoy the breathtaking view of the picturesque rock formations of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. It continues on the Glattweg and the Schrammsteinweg through Saxon...