Best trails near Monk's Pocket Guard

This spectacular borderland tour leads through the Zittau Mountains, Germany's smallest low mountain range, directly on the border with the Czech Republic. The path explores two of the region's most prominent peaks: the Lausche (793 m), the highest mountain east of the Elbe, and the bizarre Nonnenfelsen (Nun's Rocks). The course follows a demanding mixture of steep forest trails, narrow rock stairs, and panoramic paths along the ridge sections. A highlight is the 360-degree view from the...

This route leads over the Sonnenbergweg to Buchberg and to the health resort Jonsdorf. Here you go over wonderfully idyllic forest trails. The way back leads via the Mönchlochwächter and the Hohlsteinweg back to the starting point.

Challenging trail run in the Zittau Mountains, Saxony This route follows the 50 km of the O-See Ultra Trail and leads along varied paths through the idyllic German-Czech border region. Due to the many ascents and descents, there are quite a few meters in altitude - good physical condition, sturdy shoes and sure-footedness are therefore highly recommended, regardless of whether the route is hiked or run. There are places to stop for refreshments. Accessible by bus and train (short walk from...

A scenic circular route in the Zittau Mountains Nature Park, Saxony. It goes from Waltersdorf over the Lausche to the high forest and back to the starting point. The tour offers you many beautiful views of the local natural landscapes and climbing opportunities. And if you are lucky you might see one or the other wild animal. Highlights of the hike: - Wonderful prospects - Diverse natural landscape - Local flora and fauna

Nature-oriented loop in Saxony and the Czech Republic (DE/CZE). The start is at a car park in Waltersdorf, right on the German-Czech border. However, it is also possible to take the train to the station "Kurort Jonsdorf" and start the hike from there. The route offers great views from the Nonnenfelsen rock massif and the Hochwaldturm tower with restaurant and playground. Highlights: - Hochwald Tower - "Nonnenfelsen" ("Nun rock") - Krompach

Varied hike in the Zittau Mountains Nature Park, Saxony. This is a beautiful hike from Zittau to the Zittau Mountains. In Jonsdorf you can stop for refreshments if necessary or even stay overnight. Once you have left the health resort behind you, you hike steadily uphill until you have reached the summit of the Lausche (Czech: Luž). The Lausche is 793 m above sea level – the highest mountain in the Zittau Mountains. Highlights of the hike: - Lausche summit with observation tower - Health...

Stage 5 of the “Oberlausitzer Bergweg” long-distance hiking trail, Saxony. This is the fifth stage of the certified Oberlausitzer Bergweg quality trail, which runs from Neukirch to Zittau through the Oberlausitzer Bergland and Zittau Mountains. The fifth stage of the Oberlausitzer Bergweg starts in Waltersdorf and ends in the health resort of Oybin. You can enjoy wonderful mountain landscapes, fantastic views and some cultural and historical attractions. There are places to stay overnight as...