Best trails near Jortanshorn
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Want to check out Jortanshorn from the trail? Good news: 8 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 8 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Jortanshorn are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.0 (7)·Hard·9.3 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrPopular Loop in Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This route leads around the Großer Winterberg in the core area of Saxon Switzerland. However, many other highlights of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains are to be admired. Magnificent views, narrow paths, and wild sandstone formations are not uncommon here. The loop leads over the small Winterberg, past the small Bärenhorn, the Bärfangkanzel, the armory, and much more. The start and end point is at the Grossen Winterberg. From there, it is...
- 4.0 (5)·Hard·11.4 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrVaried hike from the Neumannsmühle in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. The route begins at the Neumannmühle, where you can park or travel by bus. Along the Zeughausstrasse it goes through the Saxon Switzerland National Park to the Großer Reitsteig. Many serpentines lead to the Great Edelweiß Tower. From there it goes down through the Hickel Gorges and the dry valley of Großer Zschand. After the valley follows the ascent via the Goldsteig up to the excellent Goldstein viewpoint. The Roßsteig leads...
- 5.0 (3)·Hard·13.9 mi·Est. 8–9 hrPopular hiking trail in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. This hike leads through the core zone of Saxon Switzerland. Highlights of the route are the Great Winterberg, the Arsenal, the Kirnitzschtal, the Hickel Cave and the wildly romantic Richterschluchte. It begins at the paid parking lot in Schmilka with a steep ascent over the mountain path in the direction of Großer Winterberg. Once there, a magnificent view rewards the ascent. The Roßsteig leads past the old arsenal, which is open...
- 4.4 (8)·Hard·19.7 mi·Est. 10–11 hrPanoramic loop in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This tour is through the beautiful Saxon Switzerland and runs through varied landscapes. However, it is quite long, which is why a certain level of fitness and hiking experience should be brought along. This extensive hike begins in the south of the idyllic village of Hinterhermsdorf. From there, the Dorfbachweg leads into the Kirnitzsch valley, where you follow the course of the river of the same name for a while. Turning left...
- 4.7 (5)·Hard·16.8 mi·Est. 9–10 hrVersatile hike through Saxon Switzerland from Neumannsmühle, Saxony. This extensive tour has a number of highlights of Saxon Switzerland to offer. From the Neumannsmühle it goes to the Knorre, which leads to the popular Königsweg of Saxon Switzerland. Along the Königsweg you have beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. The Reitsteig finally leads to some of the most famous rock formations in Saxon Switzerland - the Affensteinen along the Upper Affenstein Promenade. It continues on the...
- 4.4 (3)·Hard·24.3 mi·Est. 12.5–14 hrDemanding trail running route in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. Starting at the Neumannmühle in the Kirnitzschtal, this round is a demanding trail running round. It leads over the Großer and Kleiner Zschand, the Schmilkaer area, the Schramm- and Affensteine, as well as the Wildensteiner area. Excellent vantage points are the Goldsteinaussicht, the Kuhstall and the Hohe Liebe. The dark and damp Richter and Spitzstein gorges, as well as the Flößersteig, also offer an impressive natural...
- 4.8 (2)·Hard·12.9 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrThis loop through the back section of Saxon Switzerland National Park takes you through many of the typical landscapes of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. You’ll traverse characteristic valleys such as the Kleiner Zschand, the Richterschlüchte, and the idyllic Kirnitzschtal, climb the Großer Winterberg (the highest mountain in the national park, a basalt peak), and explore the Hickelhöhle, a joint-fissure cave and the second-largest cave in Saxon Switzerland. You’ll also pass three historic...
- 4.0 (1)·Hard·18.1 mi·Est. 10–11 hrPanoramic, beautiful circular hike in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. The circular trail follows the track of the 55th Wilhelm - Dieckmann - hike of the PSV Elbe Dresden eV The start and finish point is in Schmilka. It first goes up to the Winterberg, the Katzenstein and along the Hickelshöhle. This hike leads around and through the picturesque Saxon Switzerland via Dreiwinkelgrund, Räumichtmühle and Winterbergwaechter. It starts from the paid parking lot or the bus stop in Schmilka on the...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Jortanshorn?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Jortanshorn. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 8 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Jortanshorn?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Jortanshorn is Großer Winterberg and Teichstein View, which has a 4.0 star rating from 7 reviews. This trail is 9.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,818 ft.
What is the longest trail near Jortanshorn?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Jortanshorn is Elbsandstein Cross from Neumannmühle. This trail is estimated to be 24.3 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Jortanshorn?
Jortanshorn: With an ascent of 5,147 ft, Elbsandstein Cross from Neumannmühle has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is 55. Wilhelm – Dieckmann – Wanderung with 4,494 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Jortanshorn?
The most popular and difficult trail near Jortanshorn is Großer Winterberg and Teichstein View with a 4.0-star rating from 7 reviews.
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