Best lake trails in Sebnitz
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- 4.5 (58)·Moderate·8.6 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrFabulous circular hike in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This fantastic excursion can begin at the Lichtenhain Waterfall car park, which is subject to a fee. You can also take an 80-year-old tram, the Kirnitzschtalbahn, from Bad Schandau to Beuthenfall. There the spectacular Lichtenhain waterfall can be visited. Continue to the popular "Kuhstall" where you can take a break - but be aware that it can get very crowded. Then it goes on to the Neuen Widerstein and via the...
- 4.6 (14)·Moderate·6.3 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrModerately 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...
- 4.0 (15)·Moderate·8.5 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrNatural loop trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. A hiking experience close to nature, almost wild in some places, awaits you on this route in the German-Czech border area. You follow the Kirnitzsch for several kilometers, which makes its way towards the Elbe through gorges dug deep into the sandstone. A real highlight is the boat trip in the footsteps of the timber rafters from the Lower Lock to the Upper Lock. Sturdy shoes and sure-footedness, especially in wet weather...
- 4.6 (9)·Moderate·6.6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrFrom the parking lot in Lichtenhain on the main road, you first go through the village to follow the green dot trail markers at the end of the village. Follow the green point until the marking changes to yellow. Now continue the yellow line to the Kirnitschtal or to the cowshed. From the cowshed you walk the red point to the Lichtenhain waterfall. In the further course of the red point you come to the bag fall. After horrified looks at the ruins at the bag fall, you go back to follow the...
- 4.0 (10)·Moderate·8.1 miPopular circular route in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This circular route starts and ends at the paid parking lot of the Lichtenhainer waterfall. Via the Flößersteig it goes through the Knechtsbachtal and finally uphill via the Ottendorfer Steig. It continues up and down past the Felsenmühle restaurant to the “Kuhstall”. This is a huge rock gate at the foot of the ladder to heaven. The ladder to heaven leads over narrow steps through a narrow crevice steeply uphill to the...
- 4.5 (8)·Moderate·6.2 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrIdyllic circular hike in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This hike takes you off the beaten track and through the beautiful forest landscape of Saxon Switzerland. From the free Buschmühle car park, go over the Teichstein to the old armory and continue until the loop closes again at the starting point. The detour to the 410 m high Großer Teichstein is optional and definitely worth it. On the way there is a small piece of stairs, which can be done without...
- 4.7 (6)·Moderate·7 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrCharming route in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This great route begins and ends at the Neumannmühle and leads to the impressive Hickelkopf climbing rock. It goes up on paths away from the usual crowds of tourists. Varied landscapes are hiked through on the tour. In addition, the route, which mostly leads over the Grossen Zschand, offers many beautiful views of the local natural landscapes. In addition to the ascent to the Hickelkopf, another ascent to the Dreiblockstein can...
- 4.0 (5)·Hard·11.4 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrVaried 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...
- 4.5 (6)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular panoramic hike around Hinterhermsdorf, Saxony. The hike starts at the guest house in the center of Hinterhermsdorf. You can take the bus there or use the parking lot at the house. The path leads uphill along the Alte Nixdorfer Straße to the 478 meter high Weifberg. From the wooden observation tower you can enjoy a great panoramic view. The climb is worth it. Continue on and follow the "Yellow Dot" markings on a white background and finally reach the Emmabank vantage point. The...
- 4.7 (5)·Hard·16.8 mi·Est. 9–10 hrVersatile hike through Saxon Switzerland from Neumannsmühle, Saxony. This extensive tour has a number of highlights of Saxon Switzerland to offer. From the Neumannsmühle it goes to the Knorre, which leads to the popular Königsweg of Saxon Switzerland. Along the Königsweg you have beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. The Reitsteig finally leads to some of the most famous rock formations in Saxon Switzerland - the Affensteinen along the Upper Affenstein Promenade. It continues on the...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest lake trail in Sebnitz?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Sebnitz is Elbsandstein Cross from Neumannmühle. This trail is estimated to be 24.3 mi long.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Sebnitz?
Sebnitz: With an ascent of 5,147 ft, Elbsandstein Cross from Neumannmühle has the most elevation gain of all of the lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Kreibitzer Gebirge ab Hinterhermsdorf [CLOSED] with 4,685 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult lake trail in Sebnitz?
The most popular and difficult lake trail in Sebnitz is Kirnitzschtal - Weifberg with a 3.5-star rating from 5 reviews.
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