Best trails near Kessel
4.4(24 reviews)
Want to check out Kessel from the trail? Good news: 4 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. Explore Kessel from one of 2 easy hiking routes or discover kid-friendly routes for your next family trip. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 2 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Kessel are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.3 (15)·Easy·3.8 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrPopular loop trail near Rochlitz, Saxony. This loop trail near Rochlitz on the Zwickauer Mulde promises a lot of variety. You hike through the Rochlitz mountain forest, past the old millstone quarry (popular photo motif) and up the Rochlitz mountain. The around 350 m above sea level high mountain ist of volcanic origin. From the Friedrich-August-Turm as well as from the "Panoramaausblick" vantage point, there are great far-reaching views to the Fichtelberg (in clear weather...
- 4.4 (3)·Easy·2.2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrThis route crosses the volcanic landscape of Rochlitz Mountain, located in the Porphyry Land Geopark in Saxony. The trail connects the historic mountain cellars with the Gleisbergbruch, a former quarry that displays the region's characteristic red porphyry tuff. The trail surface consists mainly of compacted earth and forest paths, interspersed with sections of gravel and uneven bedrock near the quarry edges. Geological formations remain visible along the route, providing insight into the...
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·30.7 mi·Est. 13.5–14.5 hrDue to the length of the route, the hike is very demanding. The route can also be run or shortened in several stages. Special sights are Rochlitz Castle, the Rochlitzer Berg with its observation tower, the Rochsburg, the Chemnitz estuary and the Wechselburg with its park. Accessible by train / bus
- 3.8 (4)·Moderate·5.3 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop trail in the Rochlitz mountain forest, Saxony. This route starts at the Rochlitzer Berg-Soernziger Strasse car park and leads from here through the Rochlitzer Bergwald almost to the Zwickauer Mulde. The route is quite uphill and downhill - sturdy shoes and a basic level of fitness are helpful. Around the Rochlitzer Berg, the climbing forest, a forest playground and the porphyry nature trail offer the opportunity to take sporty, relaxed or informative breaks. Highlights of the...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Kessel?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Kessel is Rochlitzer Berg, which has a 4.3 star rating from 15 reviews. This trail is 3.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 429 ft.
What is the longest trail near Kessel?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Kessel is Rochlitz nach Amerika. This trail is estimated to be 30.7 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Kessel?
Kessel: With an ascent of 4,192 ft, Rochlitz nach Amerika has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is In the Rochlitz mountain forest with 1,003 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Kessel?
The most popular and difficult trail near Kessel is Rochlitz nach Amerika with a 5.0-star rating from 2 reviews.
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Attractions
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Points of interest
- Friedrich-August-Turm
- Gleisbergbruch Zahlenwand
- Gleisbergbruch
- Hauptwand
- Rochlitzer Berg (348)
- Schloss Rochlitz
- St. Petri Kirche
- Bastei
- Bergkeller
- Marktbrunnen
- Kessel
- Bruchwächter
- Schattenwand
- Porphyr Steinbruch Rochlitz
- St. Kunigundenkirche
- Lache
- Junkerberg
- Klinkbornquelle
- Pferdestall
- Aussichtsplattform Gleisbergbruch