Best trails near Insel

This route is the 4th stage of the Malerweg, a long-distance hiking trail through the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. This section leads from Altendorf to Neumannmühle. Highlights include the imposing Schrammsteine with the famous Schrammstein viewpoint, the Lichtenhainer Waterfall, and the massive Kuhstall rock arch, which is reached via the narrow Himmelsleiter. Overnight stays are available at inns in the Kirnitzschtal valley; camping is prohibited in the national park. Sure-footedness and a...

Popular circular route in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This route in Saxon Switzerland leads past some of the most spectacular rock formations in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. As the name of the path suggests, the route passes not only the Falkenstein and the Großer Winterberg but also the Schrammsteine, a rock group characterized by dramatic chasms east of Bad Schandau. This tour begins at the free hiker's car park in Falkenstein Hütten. From there it goes partly very up to...

Panoramic hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. Excellent views can be expected on this quite demanding tour. The route leads through the famous Affensteine and up the 458m high Carolafelsen. Starting at the Am Beuthefall car park, which is subject to a charge, it goes through the rock massifs of the Dietrichsgrund until you reach the impressive rock marbles along the Oberen Affenstein Promenade. Via the sand hole, it finally goes up to the small Prebischtor and onto...

Challenging and varied circular hike in the Saxon Switzerland National Park near Sebnitz, Saxony. This scenic circular hike starts at the "Nasser Grund" hiking car park in the Kirnitzsch Valley and leads via the "Kleinen Dom" and "Großen Winterberg" up to the "Carolafelsen". Here you can take a break and enjoy the fantastic panoramic view. We continue into the wildly romantic gorge "Wilde Hölle". Increased alertness, a head for heights and sure-footedness are required here - iron hooks were...

Panoramic hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. There are many unique spots with great views on this route. The tour can be started at the bus stop or at the Schrammsteinbaude hiking car park. From there, the path leads through the narrow gorge Schiessgrund and Vorderwinkel to the Upper Affenstein Promenade. From time to time there are many small climbing passages where surefootedness and a little caution are required. The Affenstein Promenade itself is not a developed...

Versatile hike in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. This is a moderate route over the Schrammsteine and through the Wilde Hölle and Höllentor on the Carolafelsen. The car park at Ostrauer Mühle is a good starting point for this tour through Saxon Switzerland. However, you can also reach the starting point by public transport. The round tour is characterized by smaller and larger hills and mountains and combines various attractions of Saxon Switzerland such as the Falkenstein viewpoint,...

This tour through the Kirnitzschtal valley starts at the Ostrauer Mühle mill and takes visitors up into the spectacular world of the Schrammsteine. The trail first flows through shady forests before climbing the craggy sandstone cliffs via ladders and steps. From the Schrammstein viewpoint, there is a wide view over the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, where peregrine falcons circle and the bizarre rock needles rise out of the forest like petrified giants. Rare mosses and ferns typical of this...

Demanding, versatile hiking trail in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. This is a rather difficult hiking trail that rewards with a lot of views of the nature of Saxon Switzerland. Jagged stones and rock needles, with a great panoramic view from the plateau of Pfaffensteine, Königstein, Lilienstein and Schrammsteine make this route particularly interesting. The Carolafelsen is located at the southern end above the Schrammsteinweg and is part of the Affensteine. All these highlights are visited from...

Scenic climbing tour in Sebnitz, Saxony, Germany. This is a tour with great views and good climbing opportunities. Climbing harnesses can be hired for protection at the visitor center in Bad Schandau. The first part of the route crosses the Affensteinpromenade, the second part leads into a narrow crevice and continues along the ridge path. There are always beautiful views. At the end, the route climbs out onto the Affensteinpromenade. Here the route turns left onto the long promenade to...

Varied hike from Bad Schandau, Saxony. This scenic bike tour through the Saxon Switzerland National Park begins and ends in Bad Schandau. From there you cycle for a good half of the route along the Kirnitzschtalstrasse, following the course of the river of the same name. A detour to the Lichtenhainer waterfall can be planned on the route. Another detour follows to the cowshed. A bit of perseverance is required here. It goes steeply uphill and is rewarded with a magnificent view. Back to...