Best trails near Krallenturm
4.2(60 reviews)
Want to check out Krallenturm 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 Krallenturm are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.0 (18)·Moderate·2.4 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrThe scenic trail through the Bielatal in Saxon Switzerland leads past impressive sandstone rock formations near the Ottomühle parking area. Winding through dense forest, the path first visits the towering Herkulessäulen before crossing toward the rock towers at Johanniswacht. Proceeding south toward the Wiesensteine, the route passes the historic Gasthof Ottomühle. The second half of the loop becomes a bit overgrown, featuring downed trees that require climbing over before reaching the...
- 4.5 (11)·Moderate·7 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis hike explores many of the interesting rock formations and caves in the Biela Valley. Highlights of the tour include the Benno Cave (be sure to bring a flashlight), the Grenzplatte (near the Czech border), the Tower of the Rock Brothers, the Schwedenhöhle and the Grandfather's Chair. There are many sights to see!
- 4.5 (7)·Moderate·5.4 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrCharming year-round tour in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. The tour starts at the paid forest car park in front of the Ottomühle in the Biela Valley. The path leads along the road via the Otto mill to the turnoff in the direction of the Grenzplatte, to which the path leads uphill. Partly it goes over steps, where you have to be careful with ice and snow. At the junction to the Grenzplatte, it finally goes up to the plateau. Beautiful views of the rock needles of the Biela Valley and Ostrov in...
- 5.0 (3)·Hard·13.4 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrThe name of the hike comes from the fact that the trail looks a lot like a turkey! Apart from that, the route leads to many interesting rock formations in the Biela Valley, including the Rosengarten, the Columns of Hercules and the Grenzplatte. She then loops through Buchenhain and Wolfstein before returning.
- 3.0 (1)·Moderate·8.5 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis route starts at the Ottomühle forest car park and leads through the forest to various points of interest. First, some of the nearby rock formations such as the Glasergrundwand, the Glasergrundwarte and the Glasergrund Nadel are visited. Then it goes on to the Wormsberg guardian. Then we continue to the border plate. Then it goes deep into the forest, with a stop at the bog pond, but eventually you reach the Zeisigstein, which offers a nice view of the area. Then it goes back.
- Hard·36.3 mi·Est. 16–17.5 hr1st stage of the long-distance cycle path through numerous Saxon low mountain ranges and the Ore Mountains in Germany and the Czech Republic This is an official long-distance cycle route of the Erzgebirge Tourist Association and leads on winding paths through the beautiful landscapes of the Ore Mountains in Saxony and the Bohemia region in the neighboring Czech Republic. The route marking is an orange cyclist pictogram on a white background. Highlights: - impressive sandstones as rock...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Krallenturm?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Krallenturm. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 7 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Krallenturm?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Krallenturm is Hercules' Column - Johanniswacht - Wiesensteine - Kanzelturm, which has a 4.0 star rating from 18 reviews. This trail is 2.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 620 ft.
What is the longest trail near Krallenturm?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Krallenturm is Sächsische Mittelgebirge und Erzgebirgsradmagistrale Etappe 1: Schöna - Geising. This trail is estimated to be 36.3 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Krallenturm?
Krallenturm: With an ascent of 5,859 ft, Sächsische Mittelgebirge und Erzgebirgsradmagistrale Etappe 1: Schöna - Geising has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Beilataler Truthahnschleife with 2,171 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Krallenturm?
The most popular and difficult trail near Krallenturm is Ums Bielatal with a 4.4-star rating from 8 reviews.