Best trails near Koppelsgrund

This moderately difficult hike leads through the heart of the Saxon Switzerland National Park, which offers many beautiful views. You’ll pass the Bastei and Wehlsteinaussicht viewpoints, the Schwedenlöcher and Amselgrund, the Hockstein and Gamrig. There are places to stop for refreshments along the way. At the start, it is nescessary to cross the Elbe by ferry (check the ferry timetable and fares). On sunny days, the ferries can get very busy. PLEASE NOTE! The Schwedenlöcher are currently...

Varied circular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony This circular route, rich in natural and cultural-historical attractions, leads from Rathen through the heart of the Saxon Switzerland National Park. It goes through picturesque river valleys, past the wild rock formations of the Lusatian Thrust. The hike can be easily reached by bus and train and can be started at the Oberathen train station. Since the route continues on the other side of the Elbe, the ferry must...

Charming hike in Hohnstein, Saxony. The hike starts from the Hockstein car park on the Hocksteinweg. Along the Polenz, the path leads over forest paths with great views such as the Hockstein view. In Rathen an der Elbe there are rest stops, a detour to the Elbe can be planned and the Altrathen Castle can also be visited. It goes slightly uphill through the idyllic Amselgrund, including the Amselsee, to the junction path, which finally leads back to the starting point. Highlights of the...

The loop trail in beautiful Saxon Switzerland begins in the spa town of Rathen, which is idyllically situated on the Elbe River. From there, the trail leads to the famous Hockstein viewpoint, featuring some of the area’s unique rock formations. The return route takes you through the romantic Polenz Valley along the river that gives the valley its name. If you keep an eye out, you can spot dippers here. The trail starts at the ferry landing in the spa town of Rathen. You can reach it by...

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 circular hike in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This hike starts in Waltersdorf, from where you walk through the spa town of Rathen in the direction of the Bastei. Around the world-famous landmark of Saxon Switzerland there are countless other photogenic rock formations and wonderful vantage points to discover. There are rest stops in Rathen. In Waltersdorf you can park at the Erbgericht car park, you can also arrive by bus. From there it goes over the Aspichgraben to...

Moderately difficult hike. Good basic fitness required. Predominantly easy paths. Sure-footedness required. Starting point is Hohnstein market square. From here, first walk down the narrow Rathausstraße - the castle is on the right - and then turn right onto the "Bärengarten" path. The blue line markings lead you down into the Schindergraben. The name comes from the original occupation of the "Schinder" or "Abdeckers", who gave sick animals the "Gradenstoß" and disposed of the carcasses in...

On this route you hike deep into the core zone of Saxon Switzerland. There are some popular hiking highlights to discover, such as the Brand-Bause, the Brand-Plateau and the Frinzberg. The route begins in the climatic health resort of Rathen, where you can only get there by ferry and there is a strict ban on cars.

Varied, panoramic circular hike in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This picturesque circular hiking trail starts at the Fillwood Trail car park and leads around and through the Saxon Switzerland National Park. It goes through the Polenztal, the Schindergraben and over the Hohnstein to the Schanzberg and Brand. The way back to the starting point is via the Brandtreppe, Tiefer Grund, Porschdorfer Einkehr and Waltersdorfer Mühle. This hike has a lot to offer: deep forests,...