Best trails near Steinbachturm
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Want to check out Steinbachturm from the trail? Good news: 26 trails will get you there, including hiking and camping 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 26 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Steinbachturm are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.7 (223)·Hard·11.5 mi·Est. 6–7 hrThis route is the 4th stage of the Malerweg, a long-distance hiking trail through the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. This section leads from Altendorf to Neumannmühle. Highlights include the imposing Schrammsteine with the famous Schrammstein viewpoint, the Lichtenhainer Waterfall, and the massive Kuhstall rock arch, which is reached via the narrow Himmelsleiter. Overnight stays are available at inns in the Kirnitzschtal valley; camping is prohibited in the national park. Sure-footedness and a...
- 4.5 (262)·Moderate·2.8 miAdventurous hiking trail with many highlights in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This adventurous year-round hike leads to the Kuhstall viewing plateau and the Lichtenhain waterfall in the popular Kirnitzschtal valley. The Kuhstallstrasse and the Kuhstall are particularly popular. The starting and finishing point is at the Kirschnitz Valley Railway "Lichtenhainer Wasserfall". (Bus journey possible) You will pass the largest rock gate in Saxon Switzerland. To the cowshed, the...
- 4.6 (163)·Moderate·7.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrExciting and varied hiking trail in Saxon, Switzerland, Saxony. It starts in Bad Schandau. The adventure begins with riding an 80-year-old tram, the Kirnitzschtalbahn, from Bad Schandau to Beuthenfall. You can visit the spectacular Lichtenhain waterfall, which is the starting point for the hike. The "Kuhstall" offers a nice place to take a break - but it can get very crowded there. Then it goes on to the new Widerstein and via the Fremdenweg and the Königsstraße to the Idargrotte. Many...
- 4.8 (95)·Hard·6.1 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. Excellent views can be expected on this quite demanding tour. The route leads through the famous Affensteine and up the 458m high Carolafelsen. Starting at the Am Beuthefall car park, which is subject to a charge, it goes through the rock massifs of the Dietrichsgrund until you reach the impressive rock marbles along the Oberen Affenstein Promenade. Via the sand hole, it finally goes up to the small Prebischtor and onto...
- 4.4 (59)·Moderate·3.5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrFamily-friendly short hike in Bad Schandau, Saxony. The beautiful tour starts at the Beuthefall car park, which is subject to a charge. There is also a bus stop with the same name right by the parking lot. From there it goes through the Dietrichsgrund to the scenic route along the Langen Horn. This rising path finally leads over the Carolafelsen to a highlight of the tour - the Wilde Hölle. The path leads through the adventurous, wild and romantic gorge. Slightly descending, we proceed in...
- 4.6 (43)·Moderate·8.6 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrFabulous circular hike in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This fantastic excursion can begin at the Lichtenhain Waterfall car park, which is subject to a fee. You can also take an 80-year-old tram, the Kirnitzschtalbahn, from Bad Schandau to Beuthenfall. There the spectacular Lichtenhain waterfall can be visited. Continue to the popular "Kuhstall" where you can take a break - but be aware that it can get very crowded. Then it goes on to the Neuen Widerstein and via the...
- 4.7 (45)·Moderate·8.3 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrThis tour through the Kirnitzschtal valley starts at the Ostrauer Mühle mill and takes visitors up into the spectacular world of the Schrammsteine. The trail first flows through shady forests before climbing the craggy sandstone cliffs via ladders and steps. From the Schrammstein viewpoint, there is a wide view over the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, where peregrine falcons circle and the bizarre rock needles rise out of the forest like petrified giants. Rare mosses and ferns typical of this...
- 4.6 (51)·Moderate·7.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular and panoramic hike from Bad Schandau, Saxony. This beautiful route begins in Bad Schandau and leads via the Obrigensteig to the Schrammsteinen. On the other side of the Elbe there are already wonderful vantage points. There are many stairs/steps on the Obrigensteig, which enable a quick ascent. Once at the top you can enjoy the breathtaking view of the picturesque rock formations of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. It continues on the Glattweg and the Schrammsteinweg through Saxon...
- 4.9 (27)·Hard·8.5 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrScenic climbing tour in Sebnitz, Saxony, Germany. This is a tour with great views and good climbing opportunities. Climbing harnesses can be hired for protection at the visitor center in Bad Schandau. The first part of the route crosses the Affensteinpromenade, the second part leads into a narrow crevice and continues along the ridge path. There are always beautiful views. At the end, the route climbs out onto the Affensteinpromenade. Here the route turns left onto the long promenade to...
- 4.6 (53)·Moderate·5.7 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis mountain trail connects historic sandstone landmarks in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. Setting out from the historic Kirnitzsch Valley, paths wind through quiet beech and pine forests toward the Idagrotte on the Frienstein. Clearings along the rocky ridges offer views across the table mountains of the national park. The route guides travelers through the Kuhstall, a grand rock hall where locals once sheltered livestock during historical conflicts. Sandstone steps, narrow ledges, and...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Steinbachturm?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Steinbachturm. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 23 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Steinbachturm?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Steinbachturm is Malerweg Stage 4: Altendorf - Neumannmühle, which has a 4.7 star rating from 223 reviews. This trail is 11.5 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,440 ft.
What is the longest trail near Steinbachturm?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Steinbachturm is Cycle Tour Treidlerweg - Lichtenhain Waterfall - Hřensko. This trail is estimated to be 26.0 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Steinbachturm?
Steinbachturm: With an ascent of 5,147 ft, Elbsandstein Cross from Neumannmühle has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Ostrauer Mühle - Großer Winterberg with 3,366 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Steinbachturm?
The most popular and difficult trail near Steinbachturm is Malerweg Stage 4: Altendorf - Neumannmühle with a 4.7-star rating from 223 reviews.
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