Best trails near Zscherregrund
4.6(204 reviews)
Want to check out Zscherregrund 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 Zscherregrund are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 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 (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 (15)·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...
- 4.8 (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...
- 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...
- 4.7 (5)·Moderate·3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly hike in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. This rather short hike starts in Uttewalde where you can park. The route is not particularly demanding and quite short, which makes it very suitable for families with children. It goes a bit out of town in the direction of the idyllic forest and finally the path turns sharply left onto the Schleifgrund and leads through the shady forest to the Kluftsteig. This is a quaint stair climb from the Uttenwalder Grund, which leads up to the node...
- 4.3 (4)·Hard·24.2 mi·Est. 11–12 hrPanoramic hike through the Saxon Switzerland National Park near Radeberg, Saxony. This tour starts in Radeberg and leads via Hohnstein to Bad Schandau. A special highlight of the route is the breathtaking Saxon Switzerland National Park. Good shoes and a head for heights are an advantage - because there are some stairs and climbing passages on this varied route. Highlights: - Beautiful views - Varied natural landscape - Local flora and fauna - Saxon Switzerland National Park
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Zscherregrund?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Zscherregrund. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 9 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Zscherregrund?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Zscherregrund is Through Uttewalder Grund to Teufelsgrund, which has a 4.6 star rating from 70 reviews. This trail is 5.2 mi long with an elevation gain of 748 ft.
What is the longest trail near Zscherregrund?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Zscherregrund is Radeberg nach Bad Schandau. This trail is estimated to be 24.2 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Zscherregrund?
Zscherregrund: With an ascent of 3,454 ft, Radeberg nach Bad Schandau has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Felsentor - Schwedenlöcher - Bastei with 1,761 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Zscherregrund?
The most popular and difficult trail near Zscherregrund is Felsentor - Schwedenlöcher - Bastei with a 4.7-star rating from 34 reviews.
Top sights in Saxon Switzerland National Park
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- Echse
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- 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
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