Best trails near Schwedenlöcher
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Want to check out Schwedenlöcher from the trail? Good news: 24 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 24 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Schwedenlöcher are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.7 (31)·Moderate·1.5 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrEventful walk in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. The Schwedenlöcher are a popular destination in Saxon Switzerland. This rather short route leads down into the adventurous, gorge-like gorge, starting from the Bastei car park, which is subject to a fee. The path leads over the goose path to the Schwedenlochen, where it continues through rocky alleys, over 700 steps and some iron ladders. At the Schwedenturm you turn around and go back the same way. A certain level of fitness is required, but the...
- 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,...
- 4.8 (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:...
- 4.7 (616)·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 hrStarting with a gentle ferry crossing of the Elbe River at Kurort Rathen, this iconic loop climbs toward the famous core of Saxon Switzerland National Park. Shaded forest stairs lead up to the historic Neurathen Castle ruins and the grand stone arches of the Bastei Bridge, where dramatic platforms overlook towering sandstone pinnacles and the river valley below. The route descends through the Schwedenlöcher, a cool, narrow gorge framed by mossy rock walls and wooden stairways, before...
- 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 (157)·Moderate·4.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular hiking trail in Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. The Amselgrund, through which the Grünbach flows, begins south of Rathenwalde and ends at the Amselsee in the spa town of Rathen, where this route begins at the free Rosengarten car park. Since no cars are allowed in the health resort of Rathen, the place can only be reached via the small ferry. On the other side of the Elbe, the hike to the delightful place begins. First you reach the Amselsee, from where the path leads...
- 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...
- 4.5 (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...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Schwedenlöcher?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Schwedenlöcher. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 23 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Schwedenlöcher?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Schwedenlöcher is Lohmen: Via the Schwedenlöcher to the Health Resort of Rathen to the Bastion [CLOSED], which has a 4.7 star rating from 614 reviews. This trail is 2.9 mi long with an elevation gain of 731 ft.
What is the longest trail near Schwedenlöcher?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Schwedenlöcher 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 Schwedenlöcher?
Schwedenlöcher: 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 Schwedenlöcher?
The most popular and difficult trail near Schwedenlöcher is Bastei - Schwedenlöcher -Polenztalweg [CLOSED] with a 4.8-star rating from 175 reviews.
Top sights in Saxon Switzerland National Park
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Points of interest
- 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