Best trails near Herrenkuppe
3.3(13 reviews)
Want to check out Herrenkuppe from the trail? Good news: 4 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 3 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Herrenkuppe are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.6 (5)·Moderate·1.6 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrThis varied route leads through the hilly landscape of the North Saxon lowlands near Wurzen. The path explores the local recreation area around the Wachtelberg, following a combination of paved park paths, shaded forest trails, and field tracks. A central highlight is the Bismarck Tower, an imposing monument built of porphyry stone, which offers a wide panoramic view over the Leipzig region as far as the Collm hill. In the adjacent nature reserves, such as the Wachtelberg porphyry quarry,...
- 4.3 (3)·Hard·26.4 mi·Est. 11–12 hrPopular loop trail near Dresden, Saxony. The Linkselbische Taelertour is a regular hike organized by the DWBV eV, which leads, among other things, through the idyllic Zschornergrund conservation area and along the Oberwartha reservoir. Highlights of the hike: - nice places to stop for refreshments - Oberwartha reservoir - Nature reserve Seusslitzer and Gauernitzer grounds - Zschornergrund conservation area - Cossebaude reservoir
- 3.0 (2)·Easy·32.5 mi·Est. 12.5–14 hrVaried mountain bike tour in Dresden, Saxony. This beautiful MTB tour starts at Dresden Central Station and runs along the Elbe Cycle Path. The route is partially paved and ideal for mountain bikes. The round offers many beautiful views of the local natural landscapes, the ride along the Elbe is particularly beautiful. Highlights: - Beautiful views - Varied natural landscape - Local flora and fauna
- 1.1 (3)·Hard·30.2 mi·Est. 13–14.5 hrInteresting, extensive hiking route in Dresden, Saxony. It goes to the German Elbflorenz to Dresden, which has a lot to offer the visitor with palaces, castles, lakes, vineyards and complex nature. Start is at the train station Dresden-Cossebaude. It goes in the direction of the Oberwartha storage lake and the town of the same name. Then north to Meißener Straße, in order to hike through three sections in the course of this long route, which lets the eye discover so many great things that...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Herrenkuppe?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Herrenkuppe is Bismarck Tower Loop, which has a 4.6 star rating from 5 reviews. This trail is 1.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 374 ft.
What is the longest trail near Herrenkuppe?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Herrenkuppe is Rund ums Pumpspeicherwerk. This trail is estimated to be 32.5 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Herrenkuppe?
Herrenkuppe: With an ascent of 3,966 ft, Dresden: Linkselbische Tälertour has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is 21st Left Elbe Valley Tour 2021 - 42 km with 3,208 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Herrenkuppe?
The most popular and difficult trail near Herrenkuppe is 21st Left Elbe Valley Tour 2021 - 42 km with a 4.3-star rating from 3 reviews.
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