Saxon Switzerland
Impressions of the hiking tour 'Saxon Switzerland'
Day 1: Arrival
Arrival by own arrangement by rail or car to the hotel in Gohrisch. Paid parking in the hotel car park.
The daily hikes make use of local public transport, it is therefore recommended to buy a weekly ticket (more information available from the hotel).
The hotel also has a minibus, which can transport hikers where needed, for a fee.
Day 2: Königstein Fortress, Pfaffenstein and Barbarine
On foot or by bus to Königstein, trip with the Fortress Express up to the fortress and comfortably by lift to the fortress walls. After a tour and a visit to the museum, back down to Königstein and ascend to the Pfaffenstein with its Barbarine, they symbol of Saxon Switzerland. Descend through the Nadelöhr and back to the hotel (ca. 13 km, 5 hours).
Day 3: Hike to the Bastei, trip on the Elbe
By local train to Wehlen and the ferry across the Elbe. Ascend through Wehlener Grund to the Bastei and Neurathen Castle. After enjoying the wonderful view through the Schwedenlöcher, descend to the Amselgrund and continue along the Amselsee to Rathen. By Elbe steamship back to Königstein and from there back to the hotel (11 km, 4 hours).
Day 4: Obere Schleuse, Kirnitzsch Valley, Königsplatz
By bus or car to Hinterhermsdorf. Hike to Obere Schleuse and a romantic boat trip. Then via Hermannseck to Königsplatz, before returning to Hinterhermsdorf and then back to the hotel (ca. 12 km, 4 hours).
Day 5: Hike through the Schrammsteine
From Bad Schandau along the Elbe to Postelwitz, via the Jägersteig to the Schrammsteintor and ascent to the Schrammstein views. Continue on the Schrammstein Ridgeway to the viewing points at Carolafelsen, Wenzelswand and across the Großer Winterberg to the Kipphorn viewing point. Back down to Schmilka, return to the hotel by bus (ca. 12 km, 4½ hours).
Day 6: Affensteine, Frienstein (Idargrotte), Kuhstall
On the Kirnitzsch tramway or by car to the Beuthenfall. Hike through the Affensteine to the Frienstein and the Idargrotte. Continue via the Kleiner Winterberg to the Kuhstall, ascent to the main castle via narrow steps. After a refreshment stop, continue down to the Lichtenhain Waterfall and return to the hotel (ca. 12 km, 4½ hours).
Day 7: Hike to the Pravčická brána
By local train to Schmilka and by ferry along the Elbe to Hřensko (German: Herrnskretschen) in the Czech Republic. Hike to the Pravčická brána (German: Prebischtor) and on the Gabrielensteig to Hotel Rainwiese. Continue to Stimmersdorf and down into the valley to Kamnitz. Gentle trip by boat on the Edmundsklamm to the lower boat station. Now alongside the wild, rushing Kamnitz down-valley to Herrnskretschen and back to the hotel (ca. 19 km, 5 hours).
Day 8: Return home
Rail travellers will be brought with their luggage to the railway station in Bad Schandau or Königstein (subject to a charge).
The price of the tour ’Sächsische Schweiz’ includes the following:
Individual hiking tours in Germany can be hiked at the stated times without a hiking guide, also by individuals. We provide you with all of the necessary materials, such as hiking map, tour description, etc.
Guided hiking tours in Germany differ from the individual tours in that an experienced guide with local knowledge accompanies you during the entire tour.
On our fixed quarters tours you start out on a hike every day from your fixed quarters, on a route that will lead you back to your hotel. We arrange all necessary transfers, which are usually provided by the local hotels.
Hiking without a guide
KWR-054 - Saxon Switzerland |
Price per person in DZ | Price per person in single room |
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April - November with TOP-Hotel 7 nights with half board |
725,00 € hier buchen | 985,00 € hier buchen |
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November - March with TOP-Hotel 7 nights with half board |
640,00 € hier buchen | 900,00 € hier buchen |
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All prices include VAT 19 % Subject to change. Hike may not be suitable for people with reduced mobility - call for information if necessary! |
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Hiking without a guide
KWR-054 - Saxon Switzerland |
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| Price per person in DZ |
|
April - November with TOP-Hotel 7 nights with half board 725,00 €
hier buchen |
| Price per person in single room |
|
April - November with TOP-Hotel 7 nights with half board 985,00 €
hier buchen |
| Price per person in DZ |
|
November - March with TOP-Hotel 7 nights with half board 640,00 €
hier buchen |
| Price per person in single room |
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November - March with TOP-Hotel 7 nights with half board 900,00 €
hier buchen |
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All prices include VAT 19 % Subject to change. Hike may not be suitable for people with reduced mobility - call for information if necessary! |
