Best trails near Alter Wildenstein
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Want to check out Alter Wildenstein from the trail? Good news: 7 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 7 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Alter Wildenstein are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.6 (51)·Moderate·7.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular 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...
- 4.7 (22)·Moderate·6.9 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrVaried circular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. The hike starts at the parking lot on Schaarweg. Several waterfalls and of course numerous sandstone formations ensure that there is always something new to discover. A lot can be explored on the Kuhstallplateau, where, among other things, the famous, 11 m high rock gate "Kuhstall" is located and the adventurous ladder to heaven can be climbed. From the cowshed it goes via the Räumichtweg to the Beuthensteig from...
- 4.1 (18)·Hard·18.2 mi·Est. 8.5–9.5 hrVaried hike from Bad Schandau, Saxony. This scenic bike tour through the Saxon Switzerland National Park begins and ends in Bad Schandau. From there you cycle for a good half of the route along the Kirnitzschtalstrasse, following the course of the river of the same name. A detour to the Lichtenhainer waterfall can be planned on the route. Another detour follows to the cowshed. A bit of perseverance is required here. It goes steeply uphill and is rewarded with a magnificent view. Back to...
- 4.4 (9)·Hard·11 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrPopular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park. This route leads from the Lichtenhain waterfall to Bad Schandau. It goes along many rock faces, forests, mills, and old relics of old rock castles through the Saxon Switzerland National Park. The start is at the paid parking lot of the Lichtenhain waterfall. From there, it goes uphill to the first highlight - the Felsentor Kuhstall. Their motivation can optionally use the ladder to heaven - a steel staircase through the narrow,...
- 4.9 (5)·Moderate·5.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrModerate hike. Good basic fitness required. Mostly easily accessible paths. Surefootedness required. On the 130 meter high Frienstein there was a castle guard of the Berken von der Duba in the 15th century; later owners were the Wettins. But robber barons also made their home. The Frienstein is therefore still called the front robbery castle today. Directly on the Frienstein there is a crevice and layer joint cave that can only be reached via a narrow ledge: the Idagrotte.
- 4.4 (3)·Hard·24.3 mi·Est. 12.5–14 hrDemanding trail running route in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. Starting at the Neumannmühle in the Kirnitzschtal, this round is a demanding trail running round. It leads over the Großer and Kleiner Zschand, the Schmilkaer area, the Schramm- and Affensteine, as well as the Wildensteiner area. Excellent vantage points are the Goldsteinaussicht, the Kuhstall and the Hohe Liebe. The dark and damp Richter and Spitzstein gorges, as well as the Flößersteig, also offer an impressive natural...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Alter Wildenstein?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Alter Wildenstein. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 6 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Alter Wildenstein?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Alter Wildenstein is Zu den Schrammsteinen ab Bad Schandau , which has a 4.6 star rating from 51 reviews. This trail is 7.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,906 ft.
What is the longest trail near Alter Wildenstein?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Alter Wildenstein is Elbsandstein Cross from Neumannmühle. This trail is estimated to be 24.3 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Alter Wildenstein?
Alter Wildenstein: With an ascent of 5,147 ft, Elbsandstein Cross from Neumannmühle has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Bad Schandau - Kuhstall - Ostrau with 3,139 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Alter Wildenstein?
The most popular and difficult trail near Alter Wildenstein is Bad Schandau - Kuhstall - Ostrau with a 4.1-star rating from 18 reviews.
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