Best trails near Gautschgrotte

Popular loop in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. The Polenztal loop is worth a visit at any time of the year. This route accompanies the Polenz through the valley of the same name in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains of Saxon, Switzerland. In March, the most significant wild occurrence of the March Cup in Saxony can be admired here. The start and end points are at the paid parking lot P 3 Eiche. From there, it's always easy up and down the beautiful, shady valley. There are several...

Popular loop in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. One highlight follows the next on this varied loop through the Saxon Switzerland National Park. The Polenztal valley, known nationwide for its natural beauty, marks the start of the circular hike. From the set off at the car park at the Pension & Gasthaus Polenztal, the route passes several impressive viewpoints and wild rock formations such as the Hocksteinaussicht and the Grautschgrotte. The route follows idyllic paths...

Popular hiking trail in Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This loop trail is fantastic for a nature outing. It leads from the Sachsenbergsiedlung (several parking spaces available) to the Bärengarten, which is located below Hohenstein Castle. It goes along the Hohnstein nature trail. The Halbenweg awaits with a nice detour to the Gautsch grotto. Other optional detours, for example to the fire pyramid, the quarry tower and the quarry needle are possible. Finally, the Neuweg leads...

Varied hiking tour in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. Whether beautiful forest paths, great views, exciting castles or calming watercourses - everything is on offer on this tour! Let's start in Hohenstein at the Polenztal car park. The path leads along the Polenz to Porschdorf. You follow the Polenztalweg for the entire time. Slightly up and down but without significant differences in altitude, it goes ahead. At the end of the Polenztalweg, we continue sharply left to the...

The hike begins at the market square in Hohnstein, below the castle (bus stop; parking limited to 60 minutes). If you’re coming by car, it’s best to use the paid “Eiche” parking lot at the entrance to town. From the market square, the trail leads through the village to the hiking path, offering views of the castle. You’ll pass through the historic “Bärengarten.” Halfway along the trail, the path leads comfortably through the forest to a viewpoint with a railing and then on to the...

Popular hiking trail in Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This trail offers quiet forests, great views and many surprises along the way. It starts at Kurort Rathen train station. After crossing the Elbe by ferry, the path leads straight ahead towards Amselsee, with Malerweg on the left. Following the signs to the Hockstein, the hiking trail leads through the beautiful forest. Before reaching the Hockstein, the S163 must be crossed. The Hockstein offers very nice views of Hohenstein...

Popular hike in Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This hike explores the eastern part of the Saxon Switzerland National Park. Impressive sandstone formations such as the quarry tower or the fire pyramid line the way. You should have a head for heights, as some of the rocks can be climbed using well-secured ladders. It starts at Porschdorf train station. From there it's a good bit uphill via the Tiefen Grund in the direction of Brand-Baude. There are some worthwhile detours with...

Versatile hike in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. This hike can start in the spa town of Rathen at the train station. Then there is a ferry ride to the other side of the Elbe where you can start hiking (note prices and times). At the Grünbach it goes in the direction of the Polenztal. The path runs along the river of the same name through the beautiful valley to the Pension and Gasthaus Polenztal. If you want to stop by, you have the opportunity here. From there, the route follows the...

Varied, promising route in Polenztal, Saxony. This hike starts in the town of Neustadt in Saxony. You can park at the starting point or travel by bus. From there it goes on the Polenztalweg along the river Polenz. Follow this path to Hohnstein, where you turn onto Bärengartenweg. The path then leads via the Ochelmühlenweg to Bad Schandau. Along the route there are always wonderful vantage points such as the Hockstein view, the Hafersäcke view or the panoramic view near Bad...