Best trails near Camera Obscura

The journey continues up to the summit of the Töpfer, where nature has created a veritable stone zoo. Rock formations that look like a turtle, a parrot or a brooding hen can be discovered. A special place is the Europe Cross, from where the view over the Mandau Valley is a highlight. Historically, these mountains have served as a refuge for centuries, including for the monks who once lived in the nearby monastery. Some sections of the rocky paths are narrow or uneven. The fresh mountain air...

This delightful route guides families and nature lovers through the heart of the Naturpark Zittauer Gebirge, starting near the charming town of Oybin. The path leads gently past majestic sandstone formations sculpted over centuries by wind and water. Walking along the scenic trail reveals whimsical rock creations resembling real animals, including the famous brooding hen and a hidden stone tortoise. Exploring further leads toward the panoramic Töpfer plateau, where visitors can rest and...

The route starts at the Teufelsmühle. First it goes to Oybin, from where you turn uphill to the Scharfenstein. From there it goes downhill again. You pass the Heideberg, which is not completely climbed. Instead, you come across a country road on the other side of which the remains of Karlsfried Castle can be found on a hill.

Great round around Oybin and the magical mountains of the Zittau Mountains To be active in nature, the area around Oybin is a paradise for outdoor lovers. The landscape of the Zittau Mountains is dominated by the sandstone monolith of the 514 meter high Oybin Mountain, surrounded by picturesque countryside. On easily walkable paths it goes around Oybin through a beautiful forest area including a view of the mountains. The starting and ending point is Oybin train station (parking...

Family-friendly nature trail in the Zittau Mountains Nature Park, Saxony. The child-friendly steam train educational trail connects the Bertsdorf train station with the train station in the health resort Oybin. At regular intervals, information boards along the way invite you to learn interesting facts about the more than 100-year long history of the Zittau narrow-gauge railway. Highlights of the hike: - exciting information boards - historic steam locomotives

Stage 6 of the “Oberlausitzer Bergweg” long-distance hiking trail, Saxony. This is the sixth and last stage of the certified Oberlausitzer Bergweg quality trail, which runs from Neukirch to Zittau through the Oberlausitzer Bergland and Zittau Mountains. The sixth stage of the Oberlausitzer Bergweg starts in the health resort of Oybin and ends in Zittau. You can enjoy wonderful mountain landscapes, fantastic views and some cultural and historical attractions. There are places to stay...

Promising MTB route of the O-SEE Challenge in the Zittau Mountains near Olbersdorf, Saxony. This idyllic MTB tour starts at Olbersdorfer See and takes you on demanding paths across fields and meadows. There is a total of 700 meters in altitude to overcome. Highlights: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes -------------------------------------------------- ------------- More information about the O-See Challenge: https://www.o-see-challenge.de