Best trails near Wehlkegel

Cultural-historical, promising hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This path takes you to two classics with a lot of history and great views - the Schwedenlöcher and the Bastei Bridge. In between there is always the opportunity to rest and stop off. The start and end point is the paid parking lot or the bus stop in the immediate vicinity of the famous Bastei. From there, following the "blue line" markings throughout the hike, it first goes into the valley to the...

Panoramic, exciting hiking trail in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. This hike includes a ferry ride. Information about the crossing and ferry times should be obtained in advance. The tour has a lot to offer over a very short distance. It starts in Rathen and first leads up numerous steps to the medieval rock castle of Neurathen. Along the way, you can always enjoy wonderful views over the Rauenstein to the opposite side of the Elbe. The route continues through the rock gate...

Scenic out-and-back walk in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, Saxony, Germany The tour starts at the Bastei car park and leads to the famous Felsenburg. On the way, magnificent views of the rocky natural landscape can be enjoyed and there are many sights worth seeing. The tour continues through the "Felsentor" (rock gate) to the Bastei Bridge. There is the famous view of the Elbe from the viewing platform on the Bastei Rock. Once at the top, there is a fantastic panoramic view of the Tafel...

Varied 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...

This moderately difficult hike leads through the heart of the Saxon Switzerland National Park, which offers many beautiful views. You’ll pass the Bastei and Wehlsteinaussicht viewpoints, the Schwedenlöcher and Amselgrund, the Hockstein and Gamrig. There are places to stop for refreshments along the way. At the start, it is nescessary to cross the Elbe by ferry (check the ferry timetable and fares). On sunny days, the ferries can get very busy. PLEASE NOTE! The Schwedenlöcher are currently...

Popular hiking trail in Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony. The Amselgrund, through which the Grünbach flows, begins south of Rathenwalde and ends at the Amselsee in the spa town of Rathen, where this route begins at the free Rosengarten car park. Since no cars are allowed in the health resort of Rathen, the place can only be reached via the small ferry. On the other side of the Elbe, the hike to the delightful place begins. First you reach the Amselsee, from where the path leads...

Popular, 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...

Popular 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...

Eventful walk in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. The Schwedenlöcher are a popular destination in Saxon Switzerland. This rather short route leads down into the adventurous, gorge-like gorge, starting from the Bastei car park, which is subject to a fee. The path leads over the goose path to the Schwedenlochen, where it continues through rocky alleys, over 700 steps and some iron ladders. At the Schwedenturm you turn around and go back the same way. A certain level of fitness is required, but the...

Family-friendly panoramic walk in Saxon Switzerland, Saxony. It goes to one of the most famous rock formations in Saxon Switzerland, from which you have a unique view of the Elbe valley and the large table mountains. In the Swiss House you can learn a lot about artists and their representation of Saxon Switzerland. Accessibility: the route is suitable for wheelchair users. However, you cannot get to the long Bastei bridge. The small stone island just before the Bastei viewpoint should be...