Best trails near Zobels Eck
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Want to check out Zobels Eck from the trail? Good news: 9 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 9 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Zobels Eck are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.7 (112)·Hard·10.5 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis route is the 7th stage of the Malerweg, a long-distance hiking trail through the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. This section leads from the spa town of Gohrisch over striking table mountains to Weißig. Highlights include the ascent through the Nadelöhr (Eye of the Needle) to the Pfaffenstein, the Quirl table mountain, and the monumental Königstein Fortress. The route continues through Thürmsdorf, with its Malerweg Chapel, to the stage’s destination. Overnight stays are available at...
- 4.2 (50)·Moderate·2.1 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrHistorical walk to Königstein Fortress, Saxony. Königstein Fortress is one of the largest mountain fortresses in Europe and is located in the middle of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains on the table mountain of the same name. From here you have an excellent view of the town of Königstein at the foot of the mountain, the River Elbe and the surrounding district of Saxon Switzerland. There is an entrance fee to visit the fortress.
- 4.1 (36)·Moderate·5.9 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular circular hike in Saxon Switzerland near Königstein. This beautiful circular hike leads to one of the classic excursion destinations in Saxon Switzerland, which attracts thousands of visitors from all over the world every year: Königstein Fortress. This hike offers the opportunity to combine a visit to Königstein Fortress and an immersion in its 800-year history with a varied hike. The route leads up to the fortress on beautiful forest paths (steep in places) - sturdy footwear is...
- 4.5 (26)·Hard·11 mi·Est. 6–7 hrVaried and challenging circular trail around Königstein, Saxony. This beautiful circular hike leads from the fortress town of Königstein along an idyllic path through the forest to the spa town of Rathen and then up to the striking table mountain, the Lilienstein. Here you can enjoy a fantastic view over large parts of Saxon Switzerland. At the very end of the tour, you take the F6 ferry across the Elbe, for which a ticket must be purchased. The starting point is easily accessible by train...
- 4.3 (13)·Hard·22.8 mi·Est. 13–14 hrDiverse, idyllic circular hiking trail near Wehlen, Saxony. The start and finish of this fantastic circular hike is the Wehlen train station. It goes through the forest and along meadows via the Götzinger Höhle to the Königstein Fortress. Now it's all around Königstein, the path leads through deep forest areas along Jäckelfels and Peterskirche to the Elbe. Here you take the ferry and hike over the Lilienstein in a northerly direction. From here you accompany the Elbe for a while until the...
- 3.9 (9)·Hard·22.3 mi·Est. 13–14 hrChallenging circular hike in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This circular hike in Saxon Switzerland offers a variety of very varied highlights. In addition to the imposing rock formations of Saxon Switzerland, such as the Schwedenlöcher or the Hockstein view, hikers can look forward to the idyllic valleys of the Elbe and Polenz, as well as pretty towns such as Wehlen and Königstein and the spa town of Rathen. The circular route includes two ferry trips across the Elbe (note...
- 4.0 (4)·Hard·25.7 mi·Est. 13–14 hrDemanding loop trail in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. This is the route of the "Pearls of Saxon Switzerland" sports hike organized by the Saxon Hiking and Mountaineering Association. The route can also be hiked in several stages. Highlights of the hike: - Elbe Valley - Fallow deer enclosure in Papstdorf - Thuermsdorf Castle - Rauenstein - impressive rock formations
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·29 mi·Est. 14–15.5 hrPanoramic, varied circular hiking trail near Rathen, Saxony. The hike starts at Lasenhof and first leads along the Pudelstein cave via Königstein to the health resort of Gohrisch. Through deep forests and accompanied by fantastic views, the circular hike continues around Kleingießhübel and back along the Königsteiner Steig to the starting point. Along the way there is always the opportunity to make a detour to one of the nearby caves. All in all, a fantastic hike that boasts cultural and...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Zobels Eck?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Zobels Eck. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 8 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Zobels Eck?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Zobels Eck is Malerweg Stage 7: Gohrisch - Weißig, which has a 4.7 star rating from 112 reviews. This trail is 10.5 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,234 ft.
What is the longest trail near Zobels Eck?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Zobels Eck is Perlen der Sächsischen Schweiz 2009. This trail is estimated to be 29.0 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Zobels Eck?
Zobels Eck: With an ascent of 5,823 ft, City of Wehlen - Koenigstein - Hohnstein [CLOSED] has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is 34. Bergtest bei Wehlen [CLOSED] with 5,787 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Zobels Eck?
The most popular and difficult trail near Zobels Eck is Malerweg Stage 7: Gohrisch - Weißig with a 4.7-star rating from 112 reviews.
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