Best trails near Adolf-Hermann-Fels
4.5(2,410 reviews)
Want to check out Adolf-Hermann-Fels from the trail? Good news: 26 trails will you get you there, including hiking and birding trails. Whether you're looking to hike, bike, run, or explore the outdoors in other ways, AllTrails has 36 scenic trails in the Adolf-Hermann-Fels area. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 25 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails through Adolf-Hermann-Fels are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts at any skill level.
Top trails
1
(400)
•Moderate
•3.8 mi
•Est. 1h 54m
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...
2
(361)
•Moderate
•2.8 mi
•Est. 1h 33m
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...
3
(293)
•Moderate
•2.2 mi
•Est. 1h 26m
Popular hiking trail in Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony.
Take the small ferry from the ferry p to the climatic health resort of Rathen (note prices and timetable). There are parking lots, no cars here, and the place can only be reached by ferry. Nevertheless, the area is always busy. The hike to the Bastei is relatively easy and well-developed, although some sections can be sandy or slippery depending on the weather.
A few steps must be overcome before you reach the Neurathern rock...
4
(221)
•Moderate
•6.9 mi
•Est. 3h 33m
Popular long-distance stage in Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony.
This section of the Malerweg (stage 2) begins in the town of Wehlen and leads along the Bastei, probably the most well-known sights of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, to Hohnstein.
Starting in Wehlen, the hike first follows the Schwarzbergweg, from where it goes to the "Steinerner Tisch" rest area. We continue to the famous Bastei Bridge, which opens up wonderful views of the typical landscape of Saxon Switzerland. The...
5
(118)
•Moderate
•1.5 mi
•Est. 45m
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...
6
(182)
•Moderate
•5.9 mi
•Est. 2h 42m
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...
7
(169)
•Moderate
•5.4 mi
•Est. 2h 56m
Popular loop in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony.
This beautiful loop begins and ends at the hiking parking lot on Rathener Strasse and leads to some of the most famous rock formations in Saxon Switzerland. Great views can be enjoyed at the Wehlsteinaussicht, for example.
The paths around the Felsenburg, the Bastei and the Schwedenlöcher are particularly popular on sunny days and at weekends. For hikers who long for peace and quiet, we therefore recommend visiting during the week...
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(120)
•Moderate
•4.7 mi
•Est. 2h 23m
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...
9
(123)
•Hard
•8.7 mi
•Est. 5h 2m
Popular hiking trail in Saxon Switzerland National Park, Saxony.
This moderately difficult hike leads through the core zone of the Saxon Switzerland National Park, which offers many beautiful views. You pass Bastei and Wehlsteinaussicht, Schwedenlöcher and Amselgrund, Hockstein and Gamrig. On the way there is the possibility to stop.
At the beginning, the Elbe has to be crossed by ferry (note the boat timetable and prices). On sunny days, the ferries can be very crowded.
DANGER! The...
10
(74)
•Moderate
•5.5 mi
•Est. 2h 49m
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...
Trail reviews for Adolf-Hermann-Fels
The route leads over the Bastiebrücke, to Rathen and through the Schwedenlöcher. Very steep in places and lots of steps.
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Medieval Tour to Neurathen Castle and the Schwedenlöcher
Mystical Basrai with a great river walk and spectacular ascent through the Swedish holes.
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Difficulty: Easy
Lohmen: Via the Schwedenlöcher to the Health Resort of Rathen to the Bastion
The hike is amazing but there is a road and a lot of civilization around the Bastei which makes it very crowded even in mid april. The amount of people at midway through this hike spoil how nice this hike could really be.
Difficulty: Moderate
Amazing views of the Elbe River and surrounding countryside. Easy trail and steps.
Difficulty: Easy
Bastei - Felsenburg Loop
Starts off in a cool village and Bastei Bridge had brilliant views.
Difficulty: Easy
Bastei Loop in Saxon Switzerland
Touristy points can be crowded, very beautiful walk tho
Parking: Entry fee, Paid, Medium lot
Amazing trail for late March! Not too crowded and perfect weather
Difficulty: Moderate
Amselgrund and Gansweg
Liked it a lot. Really beautiful and the preferred way of doing the Bastei. I was a little underwhelmed by the Bastei itself, felt a hit overtouristic. But that did not detract from the hike itself. Great variety with the Polenztal and the Bastei and Schwedenlöcher too. If you can, do something like this rather than a boring hike just through the Bastei.
Parking: Free, Small lot
Bastion, Schwedenlöcher, Polenztalweg
Very full but beautiful
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Difficulty: Moderate
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Adolf-Hermann-Fels?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Adolf-Hermann-Fels. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 24 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Adolf-Hermann-Fels?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Adolf-Hermann-Fels is Medieval Tour to Neurathen Castle and the Schwedenlöcher, which has a 4.6 star rating from 400 reviews. This trail is 3.8 mi long with an elevation gain of 777 ft.
What is the longest trail near Adolf-Hermann-Fels?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Adolf-Hermann-Fels is Bastei and Schwarzberg from Rathen. This trail is estimated to be 18.6 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Adolf-Hermann-Fels?
Adolf-Hermann-Fels: With an ascent of 3,353 ft, Stadt Wehlen - Bad Schandau - Pirna has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Bastei and Schwarzberg from Rathen with 3,330 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Adolf-Hermann-Fels?
The most popular and difficult trail near Adolf-Hermann-Fels is Bastion, Schwedenlöcher, Polenztalweg with a 4.7-star rating from 123 reviews.