Best trails near Neuweghöhle

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...

Versatile loop in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. This popular loop is one of the most scenic hiking trails near Wehlen in Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. From Wehlen, it goes steeply uphill to the bastion. Here you can enjoy the magnificent view of the Elbe Valley and the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. We continue to the most well-known sights of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, such as the open-air stage, the Amselsee, the Amsel waterfalls, and the Rathewald mill. Via the Wolfsschlucht, it...

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...

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...

Varied loop in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. Saxon Switzerland is one of the most popular hiking regions in Germany, has many wonderful natural treasures and is known for its unique sandstone rock formations. The circular route begins in the spa town of Rathen, which is beautifully situated on the Elbe and is famous for Altrathen Castle. From there, it follows the Elbe for a good stretch to Rathmansdorf. The forest path finally leads into the beautiful Polenztal valley via Hohnstein. Beautiful...

Demanding alpine tour from Rathen. This route is a challenging alpine tour that includes a technical via ferrata and is not a normal hiking trail. A complete via ferrata set (helmet, harness, via ferrata brake) is mandatory. This challenging tour connects several peaks in Saxon Switzerland via a series of climbs. The highlight, the Hänteschelstiege, is a via ferrata with a difficulty level of C, which leads up a vertical rock face via iron stirrups, pins and ladders. The route is extremely...