The Top 15 Peaks around Dresden
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Dresden is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 15
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Dresden for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Dresden for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: October 16, 2025
Even if, unfortunately, only the base of the ruins of the once architecturally extraordinary Wolf Hill Tower with spiral staircase and open column and arch structures from 1912 is left, …
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The Rysselkuppe is a south-facing vineyard that is reminiscent of a step pyramid. With a short detour from the Leitenweg you will reach a wonderful viewpoint. The path is a …
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The Triebenberg is the highest elevation in the city of Dresden and offers a wonderful view of the Elbe valley, the Table Mountains in Saxon Switzerland and the Schönfeld hills.
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At the summit there is a historic sandstone surveying column from 1865, the ruins of the 18th century hermitage (which is closed to the public) and the former mountain inn.
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It is hard to believe that this site was used by the SDAG Wismut as a uranium dump. But we don't have to worry. The dump was extensively renovated and …
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After the Second World War, areas were set up in the immediate vicinity of Dresden where the city's rubble that accumulated during the clearance could be disposed of. This resulted in some piles of rubble, including this one.
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The Hutberg geologically consists of porphyrite, a fine-grained rock that belongs to the class of volcanic rocks and was formerly mined. The mountain is mostly wooded and partly has a …
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Highest elevation of Dresden. See also de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Triebenberg
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At 342 meters, the Napoleon Stone is the third highest elevation in the city of Dresden. The view that can be expected from the mountain is said to have prompted …
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The Trutzsch is a waypoint on the new hike, the Archaeopfad-Dresden. From this viewing hill you have a nice view over Dresden.
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