Best trails near Wehlgrund
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Want to check out Wehlgrund from the trail? Good news: 36 trails will get you there, including hiking and birding 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 35 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Wehlgrund are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (178)·Moderate·1.5 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrScenic out-and-back walk in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, Saxony, Germany The tour starts at the Bastei car park and leads to the famous Felsenburg. On the way, magnificent views of the rocky natural landscape can be enjoyed and there are many sights worth seeing. The tour continues through the "Felsentor" (rock gate) to the Bastei Bridge. There is the famous view of the Elbe from the viewing platform on the Bastei Rock. Once at the top, there is a fantastic panoramic view of the Tafel...
- 4.6 (294)·Moderate·6 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrVaried hiking trail in Saxon Switzerland. This popular circular hike starts at the market square in the town of Wehlen and leads along beautiful forest paths to the famous sandstone formations. It can also be comfortably reached by bus. From the starting point, the path leads steadily uphill past Steinerner Tisch to the bastion. There you can linger a little and enjoy the view. You return via the spa town of Rathen, Altrathen Castle along the Elbe to the starting point of the...
- 4.7 (93)·Moderate·6.4 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular, promising hike in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. The tour starts at the train station in Wehlen. Then you have to take the ferry to the other side of the Elbe (note prices and timetable). From there it goes uphill via Wehlen Castle. Follow the "Red Dot" markings through the Wehlener Grund, Zscherregrund and Höllengrund to the Steinernen Tisch and on to the Bastei. The secret, quiet highlight of the hike, however, is the ascent through the typical U-shaped grounds. You...
- 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...
- 4.5 (15)·Easy·0.5 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrFamily-friendly panoramic walk in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. It goes to one of the most famous rock formations in Saxon Switzerland, from which you have a unique view of the Elbe valley and the large table mountains. In the Swiss House you can learn a lot about artists and their representation of Saxon Switzerland. Accessibility: the route is suitable for wheelchair users. However, you cannot get to the long Bastei bridge. The small stone island just before the Bastei viewpoint should be...
- 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...
- 4.8 (24)·Moderate·5.4 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPanoramic loop in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. The start is in Naundorf at Stadt Wehlen train station. The path leads via the spa town of Rathen and along the Elbe back to the starting point. The tour offers many beautiful views of the local natural landscapes and a varied route. Note: The Elbe can only be crossed by ferry on this route. Not all vantage points are secured with railings - please follow the signposted paths and pay particular attention to children you have...
- 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 Wehlgrund?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Wehlgrund. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 32 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Wehlgrund?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Wehlgrund is Bastei - Felsenburg Loop, which has a 4.5 star rating from 178 reviews. This trail is 1.5 mi long with an elevation gain of 301 ft.
What is the longest trail near Wehlgrund?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Wehlgrund 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 Wehlgrund?
Wehlgrund: 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 Wehlgrund?
The most popular and difficult trail near Wehlgrund is Felsentor - Schwedenlöcher - Bastei with a 4.7-star rating from 34 reviews.