The best running trails in Saxon Switzerland
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Last updated: October 22, 2025
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142
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Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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95
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2. Ascent in the Amselgrund Gorge – Schwedenlöcher loop from Stadt Wehlen (Sachs)
36.5km
04:59
1,280m
1,280m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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99
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3. 138 Steps at Heidelberg – Königstein Town Square loop from Leupoldishain
16.6km
02:07
400m
400m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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102
runners
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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67
runners
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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210
runners
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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130
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7. Schwedenlöcher – Ascent in the Amselgrund Gorge loop from Kurort Rathen
7.74km
01:01
270m
270m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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55
runners
8. View of the Elbe River – Schwedenlöcher loop from Kurort Rathen
11.9km
01:36
380m
380m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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60
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9. Kuhstall Rock Arch – Lichtenhainer Waterfall loop from Ostrau
17.7km
02:05
350m
350m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
4.8
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57
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10. Ascent in the Amselgrund Gorge – Schwedenlöcher loop from Waltersdorf
16.1km
02:07
460m
460m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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