Best trails near Schellenberg
4.3(12 reviews)
Want to check out Schellenberg from the trail? Good news: 7 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 7 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Schellenberg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 5.0 (5)·Moderate·6.6 miImpressive circular route in the Free State of Saxony. It goes to the land of Augustus the Strong. The start is at the Erdmannsdorf-Augustusburg train station. From there it goes south, past the cable car valley station, and first over, then with the Zschopau. Through meadows and fields, accompanied by the river, you get into the refreshing forest and after a while you reach the well-known arboretum. A forest education center was set up here a few years ago, which deals with the diversity of...
- 4.1 (3)·Hard·21.6 mi·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrA varied route from Flöha, Saxony. The hilly paths along the Zschopau River offer hikers and cyclists a brilliant experience. The trail is known for the scenery, with castles and other medieval buildings appearing along the way. The excursion also offers you many beautiful views of the local natural landscapes. Highlights of the hike: - Wonderful prospects - Local flora and fauna - Diverse natural landscapes
- 3.1 (3)·Moderate·12.6 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrPromising mountain bike tour in Gornau / Erzgebirge, Saxony. This beautiful cycle tour always offers beautiful views of the region. Driving is mostly along fields and meadows. Every now and then you pass smaller towns with local, cultural and historical sights. In Augustusburg, a detour to the Augustusburg hunting lodge is worthwhile. Highlights: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes - Augustusburg hunting lodge
- Moderate·11.9 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrVaried route section in the Zschopautal, Saxony Sometimes it goes directly on the river bank, sometimes through the villages close to the river to Frankenberg. There are places to stop for a break. Highlights: - Hunting lodge Augustusburg near the route - Lichtenwalde baroque garden near the route - Harras Rock
- Hard·32.1 mi·Est. 13–14 hrStage 12 of the Mittelland Route. On the 12th day stage of the Mitelland route, it goes from the third largest city in Saxony via Augustusburg and Oederan to Freiberg. Since only 50km have to be overcome on today's route, you can spend some time in historic Chemnitz. But also the nature reserve "Um den Eibsee" or the panoramic view from the Hetzdorf Viaduct should not be neglected. Highlights: - Chemnitz: Benedictine monastery St. Marien, Karl-Marx-Monument, Siegertsche Haus, double town...
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Schellenberg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Schellenberg is Um das Arboretum, which has a 5.0 star rating from 5 reviews. This trail is 6.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,230 ft.
What is the longest trail near Schellenberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Schellenberg is Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 12: Chemnitz - Freiberg (Sachsen). This trail is estimated to be 32.1 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Schellenberg?
Schellenberg: With an ascent of 3,923 ft, Aussichten zwischen Flöha und Scharfenstein has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Mittelland-Route (D-Route 4) Etappe 12: Chemnitz - Freiberg (Sachsen) with 3,507 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Schellenberg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Schellenberg is Aussichten zwischen Flöha und Scharfenstein with a 4.1-star rating from 3 reviews.