Best trails near The Bell
4.5(111 reviews)
Want to check out The Bell from the trail? Good news: 13 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 12 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near The Bell are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (34)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrThe journey continues up to the summit of the Töpfer, where nature has created a veritable stone zoo. Rock formations that look like a turtle, a parrot or a brooding hen can be discovered. A special place is the Europe Cross, from where the view over the Mandau Valley is a highlight. Historically, these mountains have served as a refuge for centuries, including for the monks who once lived in the nearby monastery. Some sections of the rocky paths are narrow or uneven. The fresh mountain air...
- 4.7 (19)·Moderate·2.8 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrExciting loop in the Zittau Mountains, Saxony. This route leads to the bizarre rock formations of the Zittau Mountains. The rock path was formed millions of years ago in the Tertiary period, when hot lava was able to penetrate to the surface through a fissure in deeper layers of the earth. The adjacent sandstone solidified so that it weathered more slowly than the neighbouring rock, resulting in the bizarre and enchanting rock formations that can be admired today. Refreshments are available...
- 4.7 (13)·Moderate·5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrThis delightful route guides families and nature lovers through the heart of the Naturpark Zittauer Gebirge, starting near the charming town of Oybin. The path leads gently past majestic sandstone formations sculpted over centuries by wind and water. Walking along the scenic trail reveals whimsical rock creations resembling real animals, including the famous brooding hen and a hidden stone tortoise. Exploring further leads toward the panoramic Töpfer plateau, where visitors can rest and...
- 4.3 (10)·Moderate·8 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrThe route starts at the Teufelsmühle. First it goes to Oybin, from where you turn uphill to the Scharfenstein. From there it goes downhill again. You pass the Heideberg, which is not completely climbed. Instead, you come across a country road on the other side of which the remains of Karlsfried Castle can be found on a hill.
- 5.0 (9)·Hard·22.6 mi·Est. 11–12 hrVaried mountain bike tour near Zittau in Saxony. This MTB tour begins at Lake Olbersdorf - a successfully recultivated remaining hole of a former brown coal open-cast mine - and leads into the Zittau Mountains. It's varied, sometimes steeply uphill (the steepest gradient to Niederoybin is almost 20%), down on fun descents and over partly heavily blocked routes and single trails. The route is marked with red dots on the trees. It is nice to swim at Lake Olbersdorf in the summer...
- 4.7 (7)·Moderate·3.7 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrGreat round around Oybin and the magical mountains of the Zittau Mountains To be active in nature, the area around Oybin is a paradise for outdoor lovers. The landscape of the Zittau Mountains is dominated by the sandstone monolith of the 514 meter high Oybin Mountain, surrounded by picturesque countryside. On easily walkable paths it goes around Oybin through a beautiful forest area including a view of the mountains. The starting and ending point is Oybin train station (parking...
- 4.0 (4)·Easy·2.6 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly nature trail in the Zittau Mountains Nature Park, Saxony. The child-friendly steam train educational trail connects the Bertsdorf train station with the train station in the health resort Oybin. At regular intervals, information boards along the way invite you to learn interesting facts about the more than 100-year long history of the Zittau narrow-gauge railway. Highlights of the hike: - exciting information boards - historic steam locomotives
- 4.7 (3)·Moderate·9.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrStage 6 of the “Oberlausitzer Bergweg” long-distance hiking trail, Saxony. This is the sixth and last stage of the certified Oberlausitzer Bergweg quality trail, which runs from Neukirch to Zittau through the Oberlausitzer Bergland and Zittau Mountains. The sixth stage of the Oberlausitzer Bergweg starts in the health resort of Oybin and ends in Zittau. You can enjoy wonderful mountain landscapes, fantastic views and some cultural and historical attractions. There are places to stay...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near The Bell?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near The Bell. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 7 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near The Bell?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near The Bell is Chalice Stone - Rock Lane - Potter Oybin, which has a 4.6 star rating from 34 reviews. This trail is 4.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 875 ft.
What is the longest trail near The Bell?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near The Bell is Kurort Jonsdorf - Kurort Oybin. This trail is estimated to be 25.6 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near The Bell?
The Bell: With an ascent of 5,757 ft, Kurort Jonsdorf - Kurort Oybin has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is XTERRA TRAIL Mountainbike Loop with 3,894 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near The Bell?
The most popular and difficult trail near The Bell is XTERRA TRAIL Mountainbike Loop with a 5.0-star rating from 9 reviews.