Elbe

Peaks around the Elbe

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Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around the Elbe is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 8 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 the Elbe for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.

1 Schrammsteinaussicht
2 Lilienstein
3 Boselspitze
4 Zirkelstein
5 Kleine Bastei
6 Falkenstein
7 Kaiserkrone
8 Ferdinandshöhe (Větruše)

The top 8 peaks around the Elbe

Schrammsteinaussicht

Hiking Highlight

The fact that the Schrammsteine count because of the great panoramic views to the highlights in Saxon Switzerland, it can be crowded here in summer, of course. In winter, however, …

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Lilienstein

Hiking Highlight

The climb to the Lilienstein is definitely worth it. No matter if the weather is good or bad. :) We walked up the Nordsteig - but rather recommend the Südsteig, as it is easier.

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Boselspitze

Hiking Highlight

View from the Boselspitze towards Saxon Switzerland - In good visibility you can see the Lilienstein

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Zirkelstein

Hiking Highlight

The Zirkelstein is wonderfully exposed - one of the most beautiful views in Saxon Switzerland. All around you can see the large mountains of Bohemian Switzerland, such as the Rabenstein …

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Kleine Bastei

Hiking Highlight

Great vantage point, which invites with his bank for a relaxing break. Easy to reach with a dog.

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Falkenstein

Hiking Highlight

One of the most impressive climbing rocks is the Falkenstein with 378 m height, which rises 80 m above its foot slope. The popularity of the rock for climbers can …

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Kaiserkrone

Hiking Highlight

The Kaiserkrone consists of three platforms, the northern with a view to the Schrammsteinen and in the front Saxon Switzerland, the middle with the weather vane facing west and the southern with the antenna with a view to Zirkelstein.

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Ferdinandshöhe (Větruše)

Bike Touring Highlight

The climb to Větruše is definitely worth it, because from here you have a fabulous view over Ústí and the Elbe Valley. Up in the extraordinary, yellow castle is a …

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