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Saxon Switzerland-East Ore Mountains

Saxon Switzerland

Sebnitz

Kleinstein Cave Viewpoint

Caves

Saxon Switzerland-East Ore Mountains

Saxon Switzerland

Sebnitz

Kleinstein Cave Viewpoint

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Kleinstein Cave Viewpoint

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

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1. On the trail of the robber barons in the Kirnitzsch valley

8.92km

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Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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2. Großes Pohlshorn – Goldstein Viewpoint loop from Hřensko

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3. Raubschloss Arnstein Viewpoint – Großes Pohlshorn loop from Ottendorf

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390m

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Jana

December 30, 2016

Little frequented but beautiful viewpoint above the Kleinstein cave.

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Lutz1990

October 31, 2019

The AP Kleinstein offers a great view and there is also a cave.
The parking lot is not far away - ideal for sunsets and people with little physical condition.

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Lutz1990

October 31, 2019

The second largest after the cowshed ... you have to see it!
The parking lot is not far away (currently free of charge) and the AP Kleinstein nearby offers a great view.

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🇩🇪 Jojo Action 🇩🇪

May 2, 2020

Recommended viewpoint above the Kleinsteinwand.

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Wanderklaus

May 30, 2018

On the way on Malerweg, stage 5.

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Jana

December 30, 2016

beautiful picnic area in the second largest rock gate of Saxon Switzerland, but lately lacks the railing ...

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Bernd

October 24, 2019

The local information board describes the small stone cave as follows:
"The cave in the nearby Kleinstein resembles the pointed arch of a Gothic cathedral. This natural monument is one of the most beautiful rock gates in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. The Kleinstein cave was a popular hiking destination over 200 years ago."

The best way to get there is via the nearby car park in the Kirnitzschtal. Since it is very crowded in the parking lots at weekends and during the holidays, the use of the bus line in the Kirnitzschtal is also recommended. The bus then stops directly at the said parking lot.

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Mona

April 21, 2020

Exceptional formation, particularly recommended in fine weather. Hike is not too long to get there, but you should wear sturdy shoes.

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Schranzl

June 10, 2020

Nice panorama all around ... Great for a nice picture on the hike .. 😎

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Uta Rö

September 20, 2020

small detour from the Malerweg to the Kleinstein - worth it

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A. Winterlich

December 7, 2022

The little detour to the cave is worthwhile - what an impressive natural formation. First you enjoy the view from the smallest one and then the view from the natural "balcony".

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Bent Schrader

October 12, 2017

Great view of monkey stones and the shame. Located on the Malerweg.

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Kai-Uwe

April 28, 2019

A typical place for climbers and little amount ...

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Bent Schrader

October 12, 2017

Similar in shape to the cowshed.

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Maria

February 12, 2018

Very nice photo opportunity + nice view

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Wanderkatze🐈‍⬛

June 17, 2021

Some of the hiking trails are very poorly signposted or not signposted at all. The paths are very difficult to navigate due to the many felled trees that have been lying around for a long time. The Kleinsteinhöhle cave was not signposted at all from our starting point, we discovered it more by chance.

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Lars

October 10, 2021

You should take it with you. It is close to the Malerweg and not far from the next car park. The climb is also doable for people with poor fitness and no climbing experience.
The view is beautiful. If you dare and are looking for a little adventure, you should walk up to the edge of the rock and then keep to the left. With a little scrambling you can get through a small crevice into a small cave that even has an inscription, which unfortunately could no longer be identified.

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Berlinnic

March 28, 2022

imposing. Sunny. Calm. The ideal resting place.

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Tobi

October 17, 2022

Here you can enjoy the view and climb some nice difficulties.

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Hugo

June 4, 2023

Beautiful impressive rock formations in a quiet hiking area.

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Ralf Bartlitz

June 28, 2023

Nice vantage point and also a great photo motif 😉.

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Andreas

August 1, 2023

one of the largest caves of the ESG, especially great at sunrise

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Sven Hennig

October 9, 2025

Very impressive (cave) more of a cathedral-shaped passage.

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

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1. On the trail of the robber barons in the Kirnitzsch valley

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