Poetenweg - Amselgrund
3.5miLength
567ftElevation gain
1.5–2hrEstimated time
Loop
Charming walk in Coswig, Saxony.
This tour starts directly at Niederwartha railway station and leads along the "Poetenweg" ("Poets' Trail") through the forest and around three historical sites. Niederwartha Castle Hill, Böhmerwall and Heiliger Hain are former Slavic fortifications.
There are also car parks and a restaurant for refreshments at the starting point.
Highlights of the tour:
- Former fortifications
- Niederwartha reservoir
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Top sights
Gertrud Quell
Spring
Osterberg
Peak
Ilsensäule
Attraction
Vegetarierheim
Building
Burgbergteich
Pond
Burgberg
Peak
Forsteck
Building
Großer Steinbruch (1892 bis 1905) - Steinbrecherwerk
Ruins
Ehemaliges Steinbrecherhaus
Ruins
Landhaus Küster
Building
Miniatur-Mühle
Ruins
Alte Schule
Building
Quelle Amselgrundbach
Spring
Teufelsmühle
Ruins
Villa Hübner
Building
Timoburg vormals Heiliger Hain
Archaeological site
Top sights
Gertrud Quell
Spring
Osterberg
Peak
Ilsensäule
Attraction
Vegetarierheim
Building
Burgbergteich
Pond
Burgberg
Peak
Forsteck
Building
Großer Steinbruch (1892 bis 1905) - Steinbrecherwerk
Ruins
Ehemaliges Steinbrecherhaus
Ruins
Landhaus Küster
Building
Miniatur-Mühle
Ruins
Alte Schule
Building
Quelle Amselgrundbach
Spring
Teufelsmühle
Ruins
Villa Hübner
Building
Timoburg vormals Heiliger Hain
Archaeological site
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Experience this 3.5-mile loop trail near Radebeul, Saxony. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 36 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.
What is the expected weather this week for Poetenweg - Amselgrund?
Expected weather for Poetenweg - Amselgrund for the next 5 days is:
- Mon, September 21 - 61 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 22 - 63 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 62 degrees/clear
- Thu, September 24 - 63 degrees/clear
- Fri, September 25 - 72 degrees/clear
Where is Poetenweg - Amselgrund located?
Poetenweg - Amselgrund is a trail located in Radebeul, Saxony, Germany.
How hard is Poetenweg - Amselgrund?
Poetenweg - Amselgrund is considered an easy hike that covers 3.5 mi, with an elevation gain of 567 ft. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
What is the elevation gain for Poetenweg - Amselgrund?
Poetenweg - Amselgrund is considered an easy hike that covers 3.5 mi, with an elevation gain of 567 ft. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Easy trails are typically short, with clearly marked paths and fairly level terrain.
Is Poetenweg - Amselgrund a loop?
Poetenweg - Amselgrund is a loop trail that covers 3.5 mi, with an elevation gain of 567 ft. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is Poetenweg - Amselgrund?
Poetenweg - Amselgrund is a loop trail that covers 3.5 mi, with an elevation gain of 567 ft. It takes about 1.5–2 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on Poetenweg - Amselgrund?
Dogs may be allowed on Poetenweg - Amselgrund. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Are there forests at Poetenweg - Amselgrund?
Yes, Poetenweg - Amselgrund is a forest trail.
Is there wildlife at Poetenweg - Amselgrund?
Yes, many trailgoers have spotted wildlife at Poetenweg - Amselgrund. Always observe wildlife from a safe distance.
Last updated on September 19, 2026 at 9:41 am GMT+0