Best trails near Honigsteinturm

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...

This hike leads through the heart of the Saxon Switzerland National Park and connects the spa town of Rathen with the historic town of Wehlen. The trail leads up to the famous Bastei Bridge, a sandstone bridge built in 1851, which offers spectacular views of the Elbe valley and the table mountains such as the Lilienstein. A special experience is the descent through the Schwedenlöcher, a gorge-like ravine with over 700 steps, which served as a refuge for farmers from Swedish soldiers during...

Moderately difficult hike. Good basic fitness required. Predominantly easy paths. Sure-footedness required. The tour includes ferry crossings. The starting point of the hike is the train station in the spa town of Rathen or the parking lot (on the left bank of the Elbe). The historic yaw rope ferry takes you across the Elbe. In the village, turn left between the houses into the Amselgrund and you will soon reach the Amselsee lake. This idyllic, dammed lake lies between steep, overgrown...

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...

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...

Diverse, idyllic circular hiking trail near Wehlen, Saxony. The start and finish of this fantastic circular hike is the Wehlen train station. It goes through the forest and along meadows via the Götzinger Höhle to the Königstein Fortress. Now it's all around Königstein, the path leads through deep forest areas along Jäckelfels and Peterskirche to the Elbe. Here you take the ferry and hike over the Lilienstein in a northerly direction. From here you accompany the Elbe for a while until the...