On the left the Quirl, with its 350 meters high, on the right the Königstein Fortress, which is one of the largest mountain fortresses in Europe. Just a beautiful view.

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A quick look back at the fortress before the ascent to Pfaffenstein is always worthwhile.

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3. East ascent Gorischstein – Eye of a needle loop from Gohrisch

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Elevation 330 m

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Location: Saxon Switzerland, Saxon Switzerland-East Ore Mountains, Saxony, Germany

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1. To the large plateau of the Pfaffenstein and circling the Quirl

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