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Elbe Sandstone Mountains

Elbe Sandstone Mountains

The best running trails in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains

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Running in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: October 22, 2025

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1. Grundbach Footbridge – Town Church Stadt Wehlen loop from Stadt Wehlen

8.27km

00:52

40m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Königstein Town Square – Königstein Fortress loop from Königstein (Sächs Schweiz) Hp

11.7km

01:35

420m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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3. Königstein Town Square – Pirna Elbe Riverside loop from Königstein (Sächs Schweiz) Hp

35.7km

03:47

330m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Schwedenlöcher – Ascent in the Amselgrund Gorge loop from Kurort Rathen

7.74km

01:01

270m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. View of the Elbe River – Schwedenlöcher loop from Kurort Rathen

11.9km

01:36

380m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Kuhstall Rock Arch – Lichtenhainer Waterfall loop from Ostrau

17.7km

02:05

350m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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7. Ascent in the Amselgrund Gorge – Schwedenlöcher loop from Waltersdorf

16.1km

02:07

460m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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8. Paddle Steamer Kurort Rathen – Stone Fish loop from Ostrau

8.32km

00:54

40m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Path Along the Elbe River – Königstein Town Square loop from Königstein (Sächs Schweiz) Hp

10.7km

01:10

100m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Paddle Steamer Kurort Rathen – Oberelbe Shipyard loop from Rathmannsdorf (Kr Pirna)

8.14km

00:51

30m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains

1. Grundbach Footbridge – Town Church Stadt Wehlen loop from Stadt Wehlen

2. Königstein Town Square – Königstein Fortress loop from Königstein (Sächs Schweiz) Hp

3. Königstein Town Square – Pirna Elbe Riverside loop from Königstein (Sächs Schweiz) Hp

4. Schwedenlöcher – Ascent in the Amselgrund Gorge loop from Kurort Rathen

5. View of the Elbe River – Schwedenlöcher loop from Kurort Rathen

6. Kuhstall Rock Arch – Lichtenhainer Waterfall loop from Ostrau

7. Ascent in the Amselgrund Gorge – Schwedenlöcher loop from Waltersdorf

8. Paddle Steamer Kurort Rathen – Stone Fish loop from Ostrau

9. Path Along the Elbe River – Königstein Town Square loop from Königstein (Sächs Schweiz) Hp

10. Paddle Steamer Kurort Rathen – Oberelbe Shipyard loop from Rathmannsdorf (Kr Pirna)

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