Hinterhermsdorf Loop
7.1miLength
908ftElevation gain
3–3.5hrEstimated time
Loop
Beautiful hiking trip in Hinterhermsdorf, Saxony.
A nice trip around Hinterhermsdorf with beautiful views of the local natural landscape. Hinterhermsdorf is right on the Czech border. It is a district of the town of Sebnitz in the Saxon Switzerland-Eastern Ore Mountains district in Saxony. There is the starting and ending point. There are several parking lots.
Beautiful forest paths lead through the Reißersgrund to Niedermühle and finally through the beautiful Kirnitzschtal along the river of the same name. The path continues along the German-Czech border until it turns off onto Weißbachweg. About Bammelweg and Folgeweg it goes in the direction of Kaltenbergblick and Weifbergturm. Detours there are always worthwhile. At the Schäferräumicht it gradually goes back to the starting point.
Highlights of the tour:
- Beautiful views
- Varied natural landscape
- Local flora and fauna
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Top sights
Reißersgrund
Valley
Křinický pohled
Peak
Výspa Bílého potoka
Peak
Věž Bílého potoka
Peak
Reißershöhle
Cave
Breiter Stein
Peak
Emmabank
Peak
Schovanka
Peak
Weifberg
Peak
Roschengrund
Valley
Mühlhübel
Peak
Roschenhörnel
Peak
Mühlberg
Peak
Orlí věž
Peak
Brtnička
Peak
Vodník (Truchlivá věž)
Peak
Hraniční kámen
Peak
Klause
Peak
Benediktstein
Peak
Sněhová královna
Peak
Poradní skála
Peak
Tři stoly
Peak
Eulengrund
Valley
Töpferschlüchte
Valley
Mönchstein
Peak
Schindergrund
Valley
Smrtka
Peak
Náhodná věž
Peak
Hantschgrund
Valley
Hraniční jehla
Peak
Viebigt Born
Spring
Český mlýn
Ruins
Schwarzes Kreuz, Hackkuppe
Weather shelter
Top sights
Reißersgrund
Valley
Křinický pohled
Peak
Výspa Bílého potoka
Peak
Věž Bílého potoka
Peak
Reißershöhle
Cave
Breiter Stein
Peak
Emmabank
Peak
Schovanka
Peak
Weifberg
Peak
Roschengrund
Valley
Mühlhübel
Peak
Roschenhörnel
Peak
Mühlberg
Peak
Orlí věž
Peak
Brtnička
Peak
Vodník (Truchlivá věž)
Peak
Hraniční kámen
Peak
Klause
Peak
Benediktstein
Peak
Sněhová královna
Peak
Poradní skála
Peak
Tři stoly
Peak
Eulengrund
Valley
Töpferschlüchte
Valley
Mönchstein
Peak
Schindergrund
Valley
Smrtka
Peak
Náhodná věž
Peak
Hantschgrund
Valley
Hraniční jehla
Peak
Viebigt Born
Spring
Český mlýn
Ruins
Schwarzes Kreuz, Hackkuppe
Weather shelter
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Experience this 7.1-mile loop trail near Hinterhermsdorf, Saxony. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 58 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
What is the expected weather this week for Hinterhermsdorf Loop?
Expected weather for Hinterhermsdorf Loop for the next 5 days is:
- Mon, October 19 - 52 degrees/clear
- Tue, October 20 - 53 degrees/showers
- Wed, October 21 - 51 degrees/showers
- Thu, October 22 - 54 degrees/clear
- Fri, October 23 - 49 degrees/clear
Where is Hinterhermsdorf Loop located?
Hinterhermsdorf Loop is a trail located in Saxon Switzerland National Park.
How hard is Hinterhermsdorf Loop?
Hinterhermsdorf Loop is considered a moderate hike that covers 7.1 mi, with an elevation gain of 908 ft. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
What is the elevation gain for Hinterhermsdorf Loop?
Hinterhermsdorf Loop is considered a moderate hike that covers 7.1 mi, with an elevation gain of 908 ft. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
Is Hinterhermsdorf Loop a loop?
Hinterhermsdorf Loop is a loop trail that covers 7.1 mi, with an elevation gain of 908 ft. It takes about 3–3.5 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 Hinterhermsdorf Loop?
Hinterhermsdorf Loop is a loop trail that covers 7.1 mi, with an elevation gain of 908 ft. It takes about 3–3.5 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 Hinterhermsdorf Loop?
Dogs may be allowed on Hinterhermsdorf Loop. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Hinterhermsdorf Loop?
Hinterhermsdorf Loop is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Hinterhermsdorf Loop?
According to trailgoers, Hinterhermsdorf Loop is usually somewhat busy. Hinterhermsdorf Loop is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Are there forests at Hinterhermsdorf Loop?
Yes, Hinterhermsdorf Loop is a forest trail in Saxon Switzerland National Park.
Are there wildflowers at Hinterhermsdorf Loop?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Hinterhermsdorf Loop, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on October 18, 2026 at 2:26 pm GMT+0