Best trails near Knabe

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...

This popular circular trail with scenic views starts at the Ostrau parking lot and leads to the Schrammsteine and the Carolafelsen. Wearing sturdy shoes is strongly recommended, as in addition to sections along roads, the trail leads over interesting paths (such as the Wildschützensteig), up steep stairs and ladders—and through narrow, damp, and slippery crevices. Your efforts will be rewarded with magnificent views of Saxon Switzerland.

Family-friendly hike in Bad Schandau, Saxony. This promising excursion starts at the free car park in Zahnsgrund and leads to the famous rock formations of the Saxon Switzerland National Park - the Schrammsteine. The way there via the Schiessgrund leads slightly but steadily uphill. Once at the top, the path can optionally be extended to the Schrammstein viewpoint. Via the Elbleitenweg it goes slightly downhill to the shooting ground, on which it finally goes back to the starting point. The...

Popular, scenic hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. The tour starts at the market square in Bad Schandau. You can either use one of the parking lots there or take the bus. The ferry landing stage is also not far away. The hike leads to the ladders of the Schrammsteine, along striking rocks and along narrow paths. In addition to numerous fantastic views, the route also offers fairytale gorges and natural monuments. The first highlight of the tour is the fascinating...

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...

Popular circular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony This round east of Bad Schandau is one of the most beautiful in the Saxon Switzerland National Park. Extremely varied paths lead past numerous impressive rock formations for which the region is so famous. From different vantage points, including the "Schrammsteinaussicht" platform, there are always new views of the striking rock formations. There are several iron ladders and stairs to overcome, so sturdy shoes, a...

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...

Popular circular trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. Magnificent views await on the small Schrammstein circuit through the Elbe sandstone formations of Saxon Switzerland. The hike begins and ends at the historic Bad Schandau passenger elevator. From there it goes along the elevator path and the Falkensteinstrasse to the intersection at the Falkenstein huts. On the left side you go through shady forest towards the highlight of the tour - the Schrammsteine. Over the...