Best trails near Wehlener Hof
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Want to check out Wehlener Hof from the trail? Good news: 15 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 15 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Wehlener Hof are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 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 (244)·Moderate·7.3 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrThis route is stage 1 of the Malerweg, a long-distance trail through the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. This section leads from Pirna-Liebethal to Stadt Wehlen. The path follows the Wesenitz River through the romantic Liebethaler Grund, passing the Richard Wagner Monument, and continues through the Uttewalder Grund with its famous rock gate. Overnight stays are available in guesthouses in Stadt Wehlen; camping is prohibited within the national park. Potable water should be carried or refilled at...
- 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...
- 4.6 (25)·Moderate·1.8 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrBarrier-free hike in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. The tour leads to one of the famous motifs of the romantic painters of the 18th/19th century. The route to the Uttenwalder Felsentor is charming and varied. A comfortable journey by train is possible. From the town of Wehlen, the route then leads along the edge of the forest down to Uttewalder Grund. The route follows the markings of the Malerweg trail. Fallen trees and boulders lie across the trail, countless ferns hang from the rocks and...
- 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,...
- 4.9 (16)·Moderate·2.2 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly tour in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. This short hike through the Teufelsgrund and to the Heringshöhle is ideal for a leisurely afternoon and family outing. Especially children will have a lot of fun here. You can take the bus to the Karl-Marx-Platz bus stop or park in one of the nearby parking lots. The hike goes partly through the Teufelsgrund, following the sign Teufelsgrund Rundweg. It gets adventurous in the Teufelsschlucht and sometimes you can only move forward while...
- 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...
- 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...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Wehlener Hof?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Wehlener Hof. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 13 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Wehlener Hof?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Wehlener Hof is Bastei Loop in Saxon Switzerland, which has a 4.6 star rating from 294 reviews. This trail is 6.0 mi long with an elevation gain of 961 ft.
What is the longest trail near Wehlener Hof?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Wehlener Hof 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 Wehlener Hof?
Wehlener Hof: With an ascent of 4,990 ft, Perlen der Sächsischen Schweiz 2021 (50 km) [CLOSED] has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Runde bei Pirna with 4,160 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Wehlener Hof?
The most popular and difficult trail near Wehlener Hof is Felsentor - Schwedenlöcher - Bastei with a 4.7-star rating from 34 reviews.
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