Wehlen - Königstein Fortress
100% of reviewers say this trail is strenuous
5.8miLength
1,709ftElevation gain
3–3.5hrEstimated time
Point to point
Versatile hike from Wehlen to Königstein Fortress, Saxony.
This is a beautiful and scenic hike starting in Wehlen on the Elbe. Before the route reaches the magnificent Königstein Fortress, it passes many narrow gradients and hikes along missed stones and rock faces. Highlights on the way include the Großer Bärenstein, the Bärensteinwarte, and the Pehna waterfall in Thürmsdorf. The Götzinger Cave is also on the route.
Highlights:
- Great Bear Stone
- Bärensteinwarte
- Pehna waterfall
- Götzinger Cave
- Königstein Fortress
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Top sights
Königstein Fortress
Castle
Grabenschere
Building
Torhaus
Building
Magdalenenburg / Proviantmagazin
Building
Pehna-Fall
Waterfall
Geschossmagazin
Attraction
Königstein
Peak
Thürmsdorfer Schloss
Castle
Thürmsdorfer Stein
Peak
Bärensteinwächter
Peak
Khan
Peak
Großer Bärenstein
Peak
Drei Bären
Peak
Kleiner Bärenstein
Peak
Bärensteinturm
Peak
Bärensteinwarte
Peak
Berggasthaus
Ruins
Beck Höhle
Cave
Schneiderloch
Cave
Dreizack
Peak
Riegelkopf
Peak
Parkzisterne
Reservoir
Hornravelin
Building
Georgenbastion
Building
Artillerieschuppen
Building
Hauptwache
Building
Schatzhaus
Building
Neues Zeughaus
Building
Landgasthof Neue Schänke
Caravan site
Diebskeller
Cave
Berg-Heil-Scheibe
Peak
Rhombus
Peak
Bärensteinklotz
Peak
Bärensteinscheibe
Peak
Festungsgarten
Garden
Conradturm
Peak
Bärensteinnadel
Peak
Knöchel
Peak
Bärensteinturmhöhle
Cave
Georgenburg
Building
Kaserne B
Building
Streichwehr
Building
Kriegslazarett
Building
Museums shop
Attraction
Brunnenhaus
Building
Alte Kaserne
Building
Kommandantenpferdestall
Building
Kommandantengarten
Garden
kleines Felsentor
Cave
Top sights
Königstein Fortress
Castle
Grabenschere
Building
Torhaus
Building
Magdalenenburg / Proviantmagazin
Building
Pehna-Fall
Waterfall
Geschossmagazin
Attraction
Königstein
Peak
Thürmsdorfer Schloss
Castle
Thürmsdorfer Stein
Peak
Bärensteinwächter
Peak
Khan
Peak
Großer Bärenstein
Peak
Drei Bären
Peak
Kleiner Bärenstein
Peak
Bärensteinturm
Peak
Bärensteinwarte
Peak
Berggasthaus
Ruins
Beck Höhle
Cave
Schneiderloch
Cave
Dreizack
Peak
Riegelkopf
Peak
Parkzisterne
Reservoir
Hornravelin
Building
Georgenbastion
Building
Artillerieschuppen
Building
Hauptwache
Building
Schatzhaus
Building
Neues Zeughaus
Building
Landgasthof Neue Schänke
Caravan site
Diebskeller
Cave
Berg-Heil-Scheibe
Peak
Rhombus
Peak
Bärensteinklotz
Peak
Bärensteinscheibe
Peak
Festungsgarten
Garden
Conradturm
Peak
Bärensteinnadel
Peak
Knöchel
Peak
Bärensteinturmhöhle
Cave
Georgenburg
Building
Kaserne B
Building
Streichwehr
Building
Kriegslazarett
Building
Museums shop
Attraction
Brunnenhaus
Building
Alte Kaserne
Building
Kommandantenpferdestall
Building
Kommandantengarten
Garden
kleines Felsentor
Cave
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Try this 5.8-mile point-to-point trail near Stadt Wehlen, Saxony. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 4 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 Wehlen - Königstein Fortress?
Expected weather for Wehlen - Königstein Fortress for the next 5 days is:
- Tue, September 22 - 61 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 56 degrees/clear
- Thu, September 24 - 59 degrees/clear
- Fri, September 25 - 67 degrees/clear
- Sat, September 26 - 70 degrees/clear
Where is Wehlen - Königstein Fortress located?
Wehlen - Königstein Fortress is a trail located in Saxon Switzerland National Park.
How hard is Wehlen - Königstein Fortress?
Wehlen - Königstein Fortress is considered a moderate hike that covers 5.8 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,709 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 Wehlen - Königstein Fortress?
Wehlen - Königstein Fortress is considered a moderate hike that covers 5.8 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,709 ft. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
Is Wehlen - Königstein Fortress a point to point trail?
Wehlen - Königstein Fortress is a point to point trail that covers 5.8 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,709 ft. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
How long is Wehlen - Königstein Fortress?
Wehlen - Königstein Fortress is a point to point trail that covers 5.8 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,709 ft. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
Are dogs allowed on Wehlen - Königstein Fortress?
Dogs may be allowed on Wehlen - Königstein Fortress. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Wehlen - Königstein Fortress?
Wehlen - Königstein Fortress is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Wehlen - Königstein Fortress?
According to trailgoers, Wehlen - Königstein Fortress is usually somewhat busy. Wehlen - Königstein Fortress is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Are there waterfalls at Wehlen - Königstein Fortress?
Yes, Wehlen - Königstein Fortress has a scenic view of Pehna-Fall.
Is Wehlen - Königstein Fortress paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Wehlen - Königstein Fortress is partially paved.
Are there forests at Wehlen - Königstein Fortress?
Yes, Wehlen - Königstein Fortress is a forest trail in Saxon Switzerland National Park.
Last updated on September 21, 2026 at 11:08 pm GMT+0