Best trails near Kaaba
4.6(37 reviews)
Want to check out Kaaba from the trail? Good news: 4 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 4 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Kaaba are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.6 (14)·Moderate·6.3 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrModerately difficult hike. Good basic fitness required. Predominantly easy paths. Sure-footedness required. From the Neumannmühle you hike along a wide forest road (yellow line) into the Großer Zschand. This dry valley, initially with a cool, damp cellar climate, leads into the heart of the Saxon Switzerland National Park. Later you reach the historic Zeughaus - now an inn. In the days of Elector Augustus of Saxony (1526-1586), it was a base for hunting around the Großer Winterberg. It...
- 4.7 (17)·Hard·11 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hrPanoramic hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This route through Saxon Switzerland leads to the highlights Carolafelsen, Elbleitenweg and Goldsteinaussicht. You hike through the core area of Saxon Switzerland through wild rock formations of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains and have wonderful views from different vantage points. From the starting point, the ferry landing stage in Schmilka, the path initially leads steeply uphill via the mountain climb to what 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 (1)·Hard·21.9 mi·Est. 12.5–13.5 hrDemanding hiking route from Bad Schandau to Hinterhermsdorf, Saxony. This varied hiking route leads from Schmilka to Hinterhermsdorf. It goes to many beautiful vantage points and rock formations such as the Small Bastion, the Winter Mountain Guardian, the Large Winter Mountain, Kipphorn View, Richter Gorge Tower, Goldstein View and Great Pond Stone. In addition to these natural highlights, there are some optional detours along the way. The trails are a mix of forest trails, paths and some...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Kaaba?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Kaaba is Zu zwei sagenhaften Ausblicken: Goldstein und Kipphorn, which has a 4.6 star rating from 14 reviews. This trail is 6.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,499 ft.
What is the longest trail near Kaaba?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Kaaba is From Bad Schandau to Hinterhermsdorf. This trail is estimated to be 21.9 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Kaaba?
Kaaba: With an ascent of 5,889 ft, From Bad Schandau to Hinterhermsdorf has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Carolafelsen, Elbleitenweg und Goldsteinaussicht with 3,221 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Kaaba?
The most popular and difficult trail near Kaaba is Carolafelsen, Elbleitenweg und Goldsteinaussicht with a 4.7-star rating from 17 reviews.
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