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The best mountain hikes around Dresden

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Want to explore more of the mountains in Saxony? In this guide, we’ve reviewed our full collection of mountain hikes around Dresden to bring you the top routes in the region. To see which Tour is right for you, browse real photos and tips uploaded by other mountain hikers, see detail-rich breakdowns at the click of a button—and find your perfect route for your next mountain hike around Dresden.

Last updated: October 19, 2025

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1. Himmelsleiter Climbing Path loop from Freital-Coßmannsdorf

10.1km

02:59

270m

Intermediate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Pavilion Viewpoint – Schwedenlöcher Gorge loop from Uttewalde

12.5km

03:39

300m

Intermediate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Griesgrund Gorge – View of the Bastei Bridge loop from Uttewalde

13.6km

03:59

350m

Expert mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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4. Richard Wagner Monument – Dashermühle on the Wesenitz loop from Liebethal

9.65km

02:37

130m

Intermediate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Vogeltelle Gorge – View of the Bastei Bridge loop from Uttewalde

11.8km

03:25

280m

Expert mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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6. Wehlstein Viewpoint – Vogeltelle Gorge loop from Rathewalde

14.9km

04:27

310m

Expert mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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7. Pillnitzer Mühlteich – Borsberg loop from Landhaussiedlung

7.86km

02:24

270m

Intermediate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best mountain hikes around Dresden

1. Himmelsleiter Climbing Path loop from Freital-Coßmannsdorf

2. Pavilion Viewpoint – Schwedenlöcher Gorge loop from Uttewalde

3. Griesgrund Gorge – View of the Bastei Bridge loop from Uttewalde

4. Richard Wagner Monument – Dashermühle on the Wesenitz loop from Liebethal

5. Vogeltelle Gorge – View of the Bastei Bridge loop from Uttewalde

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7. Pillnitzer Mühlteich – Borsberg loop from Landhaussiedlung

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