Brand Runde von Rathen
Closure
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8miLength
1,738ftElevation gain
4.5–5hrEstimated time
Loop
• Forest Closure Due to Storm Damage: Following a storm on July 31, the area is closed for cleanup efforts and due to the danger posed by fallen trees. For more information: https://nationalpark-saechsische-schweiz.de/warnungen/eilmeldung-waldsperrung
On this route you hike deep into the core zone of Saxon Switzerland. There are some popular hiking highlights to discover, such as the Brand-Bause, the Brand-Plateau and the Frinzberg. The route begins in the climatic health resort of Rathen, where you can only get there by ferry and there is a strict ban on cars.
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Top sights
Brehmen Grund
Valley
Schwarzfärbergrund
Valley
Brandscheibe
Peak
Burg Altrathen
Castle
Amselgrund
Valley
Osterspitze
Peak
Türkenkopf
Peak
Dezemberturm
Peak
Koppelsgrund
Valley
Kleine Barbarine
Peak
Tiefer Grund
Valley
Blockhaus
Hut
Brandaussicht
Viewpoint
Sensenstein
Attraction
Frinzberg
Peak
Schwarzes Loch
Valley
Fritschenstein
Peak
Polenz
River
Mordgrund
Valley
Polenztalbarbarine
Peak
Viermännerturm
Peak
Michaelistagstein
Peak
Maiturm
Peak
Loriturm
Peak
Kleine Brandscheibe
Peak
Brandscharte
Valley
Schiffstellenbloß
Valley
Dorfgrund
Valley
Honigsteinscheibe
Peak
Feldwand
Peak
Honigsteinkopf
Peak
Östlicher Feldkopf
Peak
Tonne
Peak
Glatter Steinturm
Peak
Thümmelgrotte
Cave
Aussicht Hafersäcke
Viewpoint
Hexe
Peak
Lärmchenturm
Peak
Carolastein
Peak
Polenztalwächter
Peak
Ziegenrückenturm
Peak
August
Peak
Auguste
Peak
Zeigefinger
Peak
Ochelscheibe
Peak
Ochelturm
Peak
Brandkopf
Peak
Brandkegel
Peak
Hafersackkrone
Peak
Ahornspitze
Peak
Speisekammer
Valley
Spanische Wand
Peak
Waitzdorfer Zinne
Peak
Maucktelle
Valley
Einsamer Stein
Peak
Spund
Peak
Verlassener Turm
Peak
Schwarzwildturm
Peak
Saugrundwächter
Peak
Carolahöhle
Cave
Tiefblickspitze
Peak
Geyergucke
Peak
Büschelsgrund
Valley
Winkelturm
Peak
Hans-Arno-Stein
Peak
Ochelspitze
Peak
Popanz
Peak
Top sights
Brehmen Grund
Valley
Schwarzfärbergrund
Valley
Brandscheibe
Peak
Burg Altrathen
Castle
Amselgrund
Valley
Osterspitze
Peak
Türkenkopf
Peak
Dezemberturm
Peak
Koppelsgrund
Valley
Kleine Barbarine
Peak
Tiefer Grund
Valley
Blockhaus
Hut
Brandaussicht
Viewpoint
Sensenstein
Attraction
Frinzberg
Peak
Schwarzes Loch
Valley
Fritschenstein
Peak
Polenz
River
Mordgrund
Valley
Polenztalbarbarine
Peak
Viermännerturm
Peak
Michaelistagstein
Peak
Maiturm
Peak
Loriturm
Peak
Kleine Brandscheibe
Peak
Brandscharte
Valley
Schiffstellenbloß
Valley
Dorfgrund
Valley
Honigsteinscheibe
Peak
Feldwand
Peak
Honigsteinkopf
Peak
Östlicher Feldkopf
Peak
Tonne
Peak
Glatter Steinturm
Peak
Thümmelgrotte
Cave
Aussicht Hafersäcke
Viewpoint
Hexe
Peak
Lärmchenturm
Peak
Carolastein
Peak
Polenztalwächter
Peak
Ziegenrückenturm
Peak
August
Peak
Auguste
Peak
Zeigefinger
Peak
Ochelscheibe
Peak
Ochelturm
Peak
Brandkopf
Peak
Brandkegel
Peak
Hafersackkrone
Peak
Ahornspitze
Peak
Speisekammer
Valley
Spanische Wand
Peak
Waitzdorfer Zinne
Peak
Maucktelle
Valley
Einsamer Stein
Peak
Spund
Peak
Verlassener Turm
Peak
Schwarzwildturm
Peak
Saugrundwächter
Peak
Carolahöhle
Cave
Tiefblickspitze
Peak
Geyergucke
Peak
Büschelsgrund
Valley
Winkelturm
Peak
Hans-Arno-Stein
Peak
Ochelspitze
Peak
Popanz
Peak
Popular times
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
This trail is closed. We'll update this page if and when it reopens.
What is the expected weather this week for Brand Runde von Rathen [CLOSED]?
Expected weather for Brand Runde von Rathen [CLOSED] for the next 5 days is:
- Sun, September 20 - 61 degrees/drizzle
- Mon, September 21 - 60 degrees/clear
- Tue, September 22 - 65 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 62 degrees/clear
- Thu, September 24 - 61 degrees/foggy
Where is Brand Runde von Rathen [CLOSED] located?
Brand Runde von Rathen [CLOSED] is a trail located in Saxon Switzerland National Park.
How hard is Brand Runde von Rathen [CLOSED]?
Brand Runde von Rathen [CLOSED] is considered a moderate hike that covers 8 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,738 ft. It takes about 4.5–5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
What is the elevation gain for Brand Runde von Rathen [CLOSED]?
Brand Runde von Rathen [CLOSED] is considered a moderate hike that covers 8 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,738 ft. It takes about 4.5–5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
Is Brand Runde von Rathen [CLOSED] a loop?
Brand Runde von Rathen [CLOSED] is a loop trail that covers 8 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,738 ft. It takes about 4.5–5 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 Brand Runde von Rathen [CLOSED]?
Brand Runde von Rathen [CLOSED] is a loop trail that covers 8 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,738 ft. It takes about 4.5–5 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 Brand Runde von Rathen [CLOSED]?
Dogs may be allowed on Brand Runde von Rathen [CLOSED]. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Are there scenic views at Brand Runde von Rathen [CLOSED]?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Brand Runde von Rathen [CLOSED] features multiple scenic viewpoints. Some of the viewpoints include Brandaussicht and Aussicht Hafersäcke.
Are there rivers at Brand Runde von Rathen [CLOSED]?
Yes, Brand Runde von Rathen [CLOSED] is near Polenz.
Is Brand Runde von Rathen [CLOSED] paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Brand Runde von Rathen [CLOSED] is partially paved.
Are there forests at Brand Runde von Rathen [CLOSED]?
Yes, Brand Runde von Rathen [CLOSED] is a forest trail in Saxon Switzerland National Park.
Last updated on September 20, 2026 at 12:13 am GMT+0