Best trails near Kohlgrund
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Want to check out Kohlgrund from the trail? Good news: 17 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 16 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Kohlgrund are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.7 (244)·Moderate·7.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrThis route is stage 1 of the Malerweg, a long-distance trail through the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. This section leads from Pirna-Liebethal to Stadt Wehlen. The path follows the Wesenitz River through the romantic Liebethaler Grund, passing the Richard Wagner Monument, and continues through the Uttewalder Grund with its famous rock gate. Overnight stays are available in guesthouses in Stadt Wehlen; camping is prohibited within the national park. Potable water should be carried or refilled at...
- 4.6 (70)·Moderate·5.2 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrFamily-friendly hike to the Uttewalder Felsentor in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. This hike can be reached by bus and train (Uttewald bus stop). Paid parking is available at the starting point for those arriving by car. Well suited for families with children, this hike leads through the impressive rock world and fairytale gorges of the Uttewalder Grund. From the Bruno monument it goes via the Schleifgrund to the Uttewalder Grund until you reach the adventurous circular route through the...
- 4.7 (61)·Easy·3.2 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrEasy hike. For all fitness levels. Easily accessible paths. No special skills required. Route description: Deeply incised valleys run through the sandstone of the Vordere Sächsische Schweiz. They have an almost mystical atmosphere and a cool cellar climate. It is a world of its own into which this hike plunges; in seclusion and a little detached from reality. From the Kohlberg parking lot (road between Lohmen and Dorf Wehlen) or from the nearby bus stop in Uttewalde, after a few meters...
- 4.6 (25)·Moderate·1.8 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrBarrier-free hike in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. The tour leads to one of the famous motifs of the romantic painters of the 18th/19th century. The route to the Uttenwalder Felsentor is charming and varied. A comfortable journey by train is possible. From the town of Wehlen, the route then leads along the edge of the forest down to Uttewalder Grund. The route follows the markings of the Malerweg trail. Fallen trees and boulders lie across the trail, countless ferns hang from the rocks and...
- 4.7 (34)·Hard·10.6 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrDemanding circular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This circular hike in Saxon Switzerland offers a good balance between quiet sections of the trail and popular attractions. For example, it can get extremely crowded around the famous Bastei or the Schwedenlöcher, especially on summer weekends. The route starts in Uttewalde at the Bruno monument, which can be easily reached by bus. From there, it is a fairly relaxed walk to the junction in Amselgrund. From there,...
- 4.2 (16)·Moderate·5.5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrThe Uttewalder Grund in Saxon Switzerland offers a unique hike through an impressive rocky landscape. A visit takes you through narrow gorges and past high sandstone formations. Particularly worth seeing is the Uttewalder Felsentor, a natural arch made of rock, which is a popular photo motif. The path, which is often shady and cool, runs alongside the Uttewalder stream and is lined with mosses and ferns, which give the gorge an almost fairytale atmosphere. Sturdy footwear is recommended on...
- 4.6 (24)·Moderate·4.2 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrFamily-friendly circular trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This hiking trail leads through the Vordere Sächsische Schweiz. With a fairly short distance, the route is suitable for families and leads through beautiful gorges and cliffs. It starts at the Bruno bus stop. The trail runs through Uttewalde to Haus Lieselotte. There, the path turns left onto the Steinrückenweg and leads uphill for a good stretch. The route finally leads back through Höllengrund. This is...
- 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:...
- 4.6 (17)·Moderate·6.4 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic, picturesque hiking trail in Saxon Switzerland. The hike begins at the train station of the city of Wehlen. The first stop is the ferry point where you take the ferry across the Danube. The path then leads through deep forests along numerous viewpoints through Saxon Switzerland. Again and again you have the opportunity to make a detour to one of the numerous caves. After crossing over again with the ferry, you reach your destination, the health resort of Rathen. Highlights of the...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Kohlgrund?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Kohlgrund. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 16 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Kohlgrund?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Kohlgrund is Malerweg Stage 1: Pirna-Liebethal - Stadt Wehlen, which has a 4.7 star rating from 244 reviews. This trail is 7.3 mi long with an elevation gain of 826 ft.
What is the longest trail near Kohlgrund?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Kohlgrund 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 Kohlgrund?
Kohlgrund: 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 Runde bei Pirna with 4,160 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Kohlgrund?
The most popular and difficult trail near Kohlgrund is Felsentor - Schwedenlöcher - Bastei with a 4.7-star rating from 34 reviews.
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- Echse
- Schwedenturm
- Taufstein
- Höllengrund
- Höllengrundscheibe
- Wilde Schwedenlöcher
- Felsenburg Neurathen
- Die Steinschleuder
- Pavillonaussicht
- Kohlgrund
- Schwedenlöcher
- Ferdinandaussicht
- Heringshöhle
- Uttewalder Felsentor
- Byrrhus-Felsen
- Elektrizitätswerk Copitz
- Zscherregrund
- Tiefer Grund
- Wesenitz Umfließung Daubemühle
- Jahrhundertturm