Best trails near Schanzenturm

This spectacular borderland tour leads through the Zittau Mountains, Germany's smallest low mountain range, directly on the border with the Czech Republic. The path explores two of the region's most prominent peaks: the Lausche (793 m), the highest mountain east of the Elbe, and the bizarre Nonnenfelsen (Nun's Rocks). The course follows a demanding mixture of steep forest trails, narrow rock stairs, and panoramic paths along the ridge sections. A highlight is the 360-degree view from the...

Panoramic hiking trail in Großschönau, Saxony/Czech Republic (DEU/CZE). Start at the car park right next to the Hubertusbaude inn. The trail crosses the German-Czech border and leads through beautiful forests to the ruins of Tolštejn Castle (Tollenstein). The castle was first mentioned in the 13th century, the first owner was Vaněk von Wartenberg. However, it was destroyed during the Thirty Years' War. The tour offers many beautiful views of the landscape and a stop for refreshments is...

Challenging trail run in the Zittau Mountains, Saxony This route follows the 50 km of the O-See Ultra Trail and leads along varied paths through the idyllic German-Czech border region. Due to the many ascents and descents, there are quite a few meters in altitude - good physical condition, sturdy shoes and sure-footedness are therefore highly recommended, regardless of whether the route is hiked or run. There are places to stop for refreshments. Accessible by bus and train (short walk from...

This route starts in the village of Myslivny in the parking lot at Chata Luž. The route then leads through the forest and north to the border with Germany. It then leads along the border for a while and then again north to Germany. Below the town of Waltersdofr, the trail then returns south to the Czech Republic via the Waltersdorf ski center. Most of the route leads through the forest and a part of town of Waltersdofr. The end of the route is again at Chata Luž in the Czech Republic.

Varied hike in the Zittau Mountains Nature Park, Saxony. This is a beautiful hike from Zittau to the Zittau Mountains. In Jonsdorf you can stop for refreshments if necessary or even stay overnight. Once you have left the health resort behind you, you hike steadily uphill until you have reached the summit of the Lausche (Czech: Luž). The Lausche is 793 m above sea level – the highest mountain in the Zittau Mountains. Highlights of the hike: - Lausche summit with observation tower - Health...