Best trails near Kulisse
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Want to check out Kulisse from the trail? Good news: 18 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 18 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Kulisse are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.7 (615)·Moderate·2.9 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrCultural-historical, promising hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This path takes you to two classics with a lot of history and great views - the Schwedenlöcher and the Bastei Bridge. In between there is always the opportunity to rest and stop off. The start and end point is the paid parking lot or the bus stop in the immediate vicinity of the famous Bastei. From there, following the "blue line" markings throughout the hike, it first goes into the valley to the...
- 4.6 (530)·Moderate·3.9 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic, exciting hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This hike includes a ferry ride. Information about the crossing and ferry times should be obtained in advance. The tour has a lot to offer over a very short distance. It starts in Rathen and first leads up numerous steps to the medieval rock castle of Neurathen. Along the way, you can always enjoy wonderful views over the Rauenstein to the opposite side of the Elbe. The route continues through the rock gate...
- 4.8 (176)·Hard·8.9 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrThis moderately difficult hike leads through the heart of the Saxon Switzerland National Park, which offers many beautiful views. You’ll pass the Bastei and Wehlsteinaussicht viewpoints, the Schwedenlöcher and Amselgrund, the Hockstein and Gamrig. There are places to stop for refreshments along the way. At the start, it is nescessary to cross the Elbe by ferry (check the ferry timetable and fares). On sunny days, the ferries can get very busy. PLEASE NOTE! The Schwedenlöcher are currently...
- 4.5 (95)·Moderate·5.6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park. This route runs along the Malerweg trail. Starting from the town of Wehlen, it leads to the Bastei, where there is an excellent view of the surrounding sandstone formations and the opportunity to visit a medieval castle, the ruins of which still survive in the rock formations. The tour begins with a ferry crossing of the Elbe (check timetable and prices). Finally, right at the beginning, the route climbs steeply along the...
- 4.7 (35)·Moderate·7.9 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrVaried circular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony This circular route, rich in natural and cultural-historical attractions, leads from Rathen through the heart of the Saxon Switzerland National Park. It goes through picturesque river valleys, past the wild rock formations of the Lusatian Thrust. The hike can be easily reached by bus and train and can be started at the Oberathen train station. Since the route continues on the other side of the Elbe, the ferry must...
- 4.5 (51)·Moderate·7.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrCharming hike in Hohnstein, Saxony. The hike starts from the Hockstein car park on the Hocksteinweg. Along the Polenz, the path leads over forest paths with great views such as the Hockstein view. In Rathen an der Elbe there are rest stops, a detour to the Elbe can be planned and the Altrathen Castle can also be visited. It goes slightly uphill through the idyllic Amselgrund, including the Amselsee, to the junction path, which finally leads back to the starting point. Highlights of the...
- 4.8 (23)·Moderate·7.1 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis spectacular and adventurous loop leads through the heart of Saxon Switzerland, connecting some of the most dramatic gorge landscapes of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. The trail explores the area between the idyllic village of Rathewalde and the famous Bastei region, following a challenging mixture of narrow rock paths, hundreds of steps in the Schwedenlöcher, and cool, moss-covered valley floors. A central highlight is the traverse of the "Schwedenlöcher," a gorge-like rock alley...
- 4.7 (18)·Moderate·8.2 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrVaried hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This varied route leads along the Brückwaldweg into the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. It starts from Lohmen and leads along the Malerweg through the Uttewalder Grund. The Uttewalder Grund is one of the "well-known" and most beautiful gorges in Saxon Switzerland and leads to the Uttewalder Felsentor, which amazed people as early as the 1800s. It continues through another gorge path to the Steinerner Tisch, to the marking:...
- 4.5 (18)·Moderate·9 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrThe route from Uttewalde via the Amselfall to Rathen winds through one of the most romantic landscapes in Saxon Switzerland. This trail follows in the footsteps of famous painters such as Caspar David Friedrich, who were inspired long ago by the imposing Uttewalder Felsentor. The trail winds through cool, deeply carved valleys where mosses and ferns thrive magnificently, creating an almost mystical atmosphere. Along the way, Amsel Lake invites you to take a short break by the water before...
- 4.5 (12)·Moderate·1.5 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrPromising access route in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. This trail is an access route to climbing rocks and not a hiking trail intended to enable climbers to access climbing rocks approved by the mountaineering concept. Of course, it can also be used as a footpath, but it is not particularly interesting. Attention: The path is not marked all time and you need good orientation and good shoes. In some places there may be a risk of falling, as well as falling trees and branches. Highlights: -...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Kulisse?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Kulisse. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 17 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Kulisse?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Kulisse is Lohmen: Via the Schwedenlöcher to the Health Resort of Rathen to the Bastion [CLOSED], which has a 4.7 star rating from 615 reviews. This trail is 2.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 731 ft.
What is the longest trail near Kulisse?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Kulisse is Perlen der Sächsischen Schweiz 2021 (50 km) [CLOSED]. This trail is estimated to be 30.8 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Kulisse?
Kulisse: With an ascent of 4,990 ft, Perlen der Sächsischen Schweiz 2021 (50 km) [CLOSED] has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Porschdorf nach Stadt Wehlen über Hohnstein [CLOSED] with 3,635 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Kulisse?
The most popular and difficult trail near Kulisse is Bastei - Schwedenlöcher -Polenztalweg [CLOSED] with a 4.8-star rating from 176 reviews.
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- Echse
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- Taufstein
- Höllengrund
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- Wilde Schwedenlöcher
- Felsenburg Neurathen
- Die Steinschleuder
- Pavillonaussicht
- Kohlgrund
- Schwedenlöcher
- Ferdinandaussicht
- Heringshöhle
- Uttewalder Felsentor
- Byrrhus-Felsen
- Elektrizitätswerk Copitz
- Zscherregrund
- Tiefer Grund
- Wesenitz Umfließung Daubemühle
- Jahrhundertturm