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Best trails near Schwedenschlucht

Best trails near Schwedenschlucht

4.2(26 reviews)

Want to check out Schwedenschlucht from the trail? Good news: 6 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 6 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Schwedenschlucht are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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  1. #1 - Dresdner Heide: Hellerau nach Bühlau

    4.5 (11)·Moderate·6.7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    Beautiful hiking trail in Dresden, Saxony. This tour starts in Dresden at the Karl-Marx-Straße / Klotzsche stop and takes you through the Dresdner Heide to Bühlau. Many beautiful views of the local natural landscapes will accompany you, the hike along the Prießnitz is particularly beautiful. Highlights of the hike: - Wonderful prospects - Diverse natural landscape - Local flora and fauna

  2. #2 - Dresdener Heide

    4.2 (8)·Hard·9.7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
    Beautiful hike in Dresden, Saxony. This tour starts in Dresden on Wilhelminenstraße at the Albertpark animal enclosure and takes hikers through the Dresdner Heide to the Karl-Marx-Straße / Klotzsche stop. Many beautiful views of the local natural landscapes accompany the route, and the hike along the Priessnitz is particularly beautiful. Highlights of the hike: - Wonderful views - Varied natural landscape - Local flora and fauna - Priessnitz waterfall

  3. #3 - Across the Dresden Heath (2021, 22km)

    4.2 (5)·Moderate·13.9 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hr
    Demanding running event in the Dresdner Heide, Saxony. This is the 22 km course of the annual running event "Quer durch die Dresdner Heide" (QDH). One is often accompanied by the Priessnitz. All details about the event can be found under the link under "Tips". The route is also good for hiking and running outside of the QDH race. Highlights of the route: - Dresden Heath - Natural paths - Priessnitz - Priessnitz waterfall

  4. #4 - Great Dresden Heath Loop

    5.0 (1)·Moderate·7 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hr
    This extensive loop explores the vast woodlands of the Dresdner Heide, one of the largest urban forest areas in Germany. Starting on the northeastern outskirts of Dresden, wide forest paths wind through tall pine and beech stands, leading past historic stone landmarks and quiet stream valleys. Highlights along the route include the scenic Priesnitz stream valley and historic sites like the Saugarten, where Saxon royalty once organized traditional hunts centuries ago. Gentle terrain and...

  5. #5 - Zu den Denkmälern der Dresdner Heide

    3.0 (1)·Hard·25.4 mi·Est. 10.5–11.5 hr
    Interesting, picturesque circular hike near Dresden, Saxony. The hike follows the path of the 13th DWBV hike and leads to the monuments in the Dresdner Heide. Along babbling brooks, deep forests and heathland, this circular route leads to various monuments, including the forest monument, the tree with a crescent moon and the King Albert monument. Highlights of the hike: - Monuments of the Dresden Heath - Varying landscape - Close to nature

  6. #6 - Heide-Alter Bahndamm-Elberadweg

    Moderate·39.8 mi·Est. 16–17.5 hr
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Frequently asked questions

What are the different types of hiking trails near Schwedenschlucht?

There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Schwedenschlucht. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 5 hiking trails, and more.

Where is the best place to hike near Schwedenschlucht?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Schwedenschlucht is Dresdner Heide: Hellerau nach Bühlau, which has a 4.5 star rating from 11 reviews. This trail is 6.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 836 ft.

What is the longest trail near Schwedenschlucht?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Schwedenschlucht is Heide-Alter Bahndamm-Elberadweg. This trail is estimated to be 39.8 mi long.

Which trail has the most elevation gain near Schwedenschlucht?

Schwedenschlucht: With an ascent of 4,087 ft, Heide-Alter Bahndamm-Elberadweg has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Zu den Denkmälern der Dresdner Heide with 2,952 ft of elevation gain.

What is the most popular and difficult trail near Schwedenschlucht?

The most popular and difficult trail near Schwedenschlucht is Dresdener Heide with a 4.2-star rating from 8 reviews.

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