Best trails near Schwarzer Berg
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Want to check out Schwarzer Berg from the trail? Good news: 13 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 13 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Schwarzer Berg are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 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...
- 4.5 (95)·Moderate·5.6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park. This route runs along the Malerweg trail. Starting from the town of Wehlen, it leads to the Bastei, where there is an excellent view of the surrounding sandstone formations and the opportunity to visit a medieval castle, the ruins of which still survive in the rock formations. The tour begins with a ferry crossing of the Elbe (check timetable and prices). Finally, right at the beginning, the route climbs steeply along the...
- 4.6 (24)·Moderate·4.2 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrFamily-friendly circular trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This hiking trail leads through the Vordere Sächsische Schweiz. With a fairly short distance, the route is suitable for families and leads through beautiful gorges and cliffs. It starts at the Bruno bus stop. The trail runs through Uttewalde to Haus Lieselotte. There, the path turns left onto the Steinrückenweg and leads uphill for a good stretch. The route finally leads back through Höllengrund. This is...
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·18.8 mi·Est. 9–10 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony This circular route to the bastion starts at the train station in the spa town of Rathen (reachable by bus and train). The route promises many highlights; right at the beginning there is a ferry ride across the Elbe (note the prices and timetable), before you hike along the picturesque Amselsee and the Schwedenlöcher. The Schwedenlöcher are a ravine-like gorge that can be reached via rocky alleys, over 700 steps and...
- 4.3 (13)·Hard·22.8 mi·Est. 13–14 hrDiverse, idyllic circular hiking trail near Wehlen, Saxony. The start and finish of this fantastic circular hike is the Wehlen train station. It goes through the forest and along meadows via the Götzinger Höhle to the Königstein Fortress. Now it's all around Königstein, the path leads through deep forest areas along Jäckelfels and Peterskirche to the Elbe. Here you take the ferry and hike over the Lilienstein in a northerly direction. From here you accompany the Elbe for a while until the...
- 4.9 (2)·Moderate·7.9 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrPopular and promising hike in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. This hike starts on the banks of the Elbe in the town of Wehlen and leads steadily up to the Steinernen Tisch. We continue along the “Fremdenweg” to the famous Bastei. These magnificent rock formations can be reached via a sandstone bridge. Here you should definitely pause for a moment and enjoy the breathtaking view of the Elbe valley. Now it goes on an adventurous path - consisting of many stairs and small rocky passages to the...
- 4.3 (2)·Moderate·9.1 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis classic route leads from Stadt Wehlen through the heart of Saxon Switzerland National Park to Bad Schandau. The path climbs out of the Elbe valley through shaded beech forests toward the famous Bastei Bridge, where sandstone rock formations tower high above the river. Exploring the ruins of Neurathen Castle reveals centuries of regional history set into the stone. After crossing the bridge, the trail descends past massive rock towers into the quiet Schwedenlöcher gorge before continuing...
- 3.9 (9)·Hard·22.3 mi·Est. 13–14 hrChallenging circular hike in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This circular hike in Saxon Switzerland offers a variety of very varied highlights. In addition to the imposing rock formations of Saxon Switzerland, such as the Schwedenlöcher or the Hockstein view, hikers can look forward to the idyllic valleys of the Elbe and Polenz, as well as pretty towns such as Wehlen and Königstein and the spa town of Rathen. The circular route includes two ferry trips across the Elbe (note...
- 4.5 (3)·Hard·30.8 mi·Est. 14.5–15.5 hrPanoramic circular route in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. "Pearls of Saxon Switzerland" is a traditional sports hike in Saxon Switzerland. The organizers are the Wanderfreunde Klotzsche of the TuR Dresden eV sports club The hike connects sights (pearls) in Saxon Switzerland and offers different route lengths. The start and finish is in the town of Wehlen (parking spaces available and arrival by train/ferry crossing possible). The pearls in 2021 on the 50 km route include the...
- 4.7 (305)·Moderate·6.8 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis route is stage 2 of the Malerweg, a long-distance trail through the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. This segment leads from Stadt Wehlen across the world-famous Bastei to Hohnstein. Highlights include the iconic Bastei Bridge with expansive views, Lake Amsel, and the spectacular Wolf's Gorge (Wolfsschlucht) in the Polenz Valley before the path ends at Hohnstein Castle. Overnight stays are available in guesthouses and hotels in Stadt Wehlen or Hohnstein; camping is prohibited within the...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Schwarzer Berg?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Schwarzer Berg. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 13 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Schwarzer Berg?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Schwarzer Berg is From Wehlen to the Bastei, which has a 4.7 star rating from 93 reviews. This trail is 6.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,220 ft.
What is the longest trail near Schwarzer Berg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Schwarzer Berg is Perlen der Sächsischen Schweiz 2021 (50 km). This trail is estimated to be 30.8 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Schwarzer Berg?
Schwarzer Berg: With an ascent of 5,823 ft, City of Wehlen - Koenigstein - Hohnstein has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is 34. Bergtest bei Wehlen with 5,787 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Schwarzer Berg?
The most popular and difficult trail near Schwarzer Berg is Bastei and Schwarzberg from Rathen with a 5.0-star rating from 2 reviews.
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