Best trails near Waldturm
4.3(63 reviews)
Want to check out Waldturm from the trail? Good news: 9 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 8 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Waldturm are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (11)·Moderate·7 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis hike explores many of the interesting rock formations and caves in the Biela Valley. Highlights of the tour include the Benno Cave (be sure to bring a flashlight), the Grenzplatte (near the Czech border), the Tower of the Rock Brothers, the Schwedenhöhle and the Grandfather's Chair. There are many sights to see!
- 4.7 (4)·Easy·3.7 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrThis is the easiest and most direct way to reach the border plate from the nearest civilization. As the name suggests, this is an interesting rock formation with a view of the surrounding area, which happens to be on the Czech border. There are many other interesting things in the area, but this is the shortest route to the border plate.
- 5.0 (6)·Moderate·8.5 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis is an exciting hike that leads to the Czech Republic. It starts with many rock formations on the German side, like Adam and Eve and Goliath, and many others. Then she crosses the border and reaches Ostrov, where there are some small lakes. She visits some rock formations and then returns to the German side, where she reaches the border plate. Then it goes back to the starting point.
- 4.5 (7)·Moderate·5.4 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrCharming year-round tour in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. The tour starts at the paid forest car park in front of the Ottomühle in the Biela Valley. The path leads along the road via the Otto mill to the turnoff in the direction of the Grenzplatte, to which the path leads uphill. Partly it goes over steps, where you have to be careful with ice and snow. At the junction to the Grenzplatte, it finally goes up to the plateau. Beautiful views of the rock needles of the Biela Valley and Ostrov in...
- 3.0 (1)·Moderate·8.5 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis route starts at the Ottomühle forest car park and leads through the forest to various points of interest. First, some of the nearby rock formations such as the Glasergrundwand, the Glasergrundwarte and the Glasergrund Nadel are visited. Then it goes on to the Wormsberg guardian. Then we continue to the border plate. Then it goes deep into the forest, with a stop at the bog pond, but eventually you reach the Zeisigstein, which offers a nice view of the area. Then it goes back.
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Waldturm?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Waldturm. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 9 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Waldturm?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Waldturm is Rosenthal - Tisá - Biela Valley, which has a 4.2 star rating from 13 reviews. This trail is 12.4 mi long with an elevation gain of 1,525 ft.
What is the longest trail near Waldturm?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Waldturm is Rosenthal - Tisá - Biela Valley. This trail is estimated to be 12.4 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Waldturm?
Waldturm: With an ascent of 1,525 ft, Rosenthal - Tisá - Biela Valley has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Von Ostrov zum Zeisigstein with 1,463 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Waldturm?
The most popular and difficult trail near Waldturm is Rosenthal - Tisá - Biela Valley with a 4.2-star rating from 13 reviews.
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