A historical network of signposts has been preserved in the heath, the unique symbolism of which is very different from today's signposts. To do this, local experts stripped the trees piece by piece, cut symbols and painted them red. This probably first happened in the 12th or 13th century and from this the profession of the forest sign cutter developed. From the official survey documents of Electoral Saxony, which Elector Augustus ordered to be drawn up in the 16th century, a forest symbol emerges that was at the zenith of its development at that time.

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1. Hofewiese Meadow – Path at the Priessnitz Waterfall loop from Ullersdorf

11.6km

03:04

100m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Path at the Priessnitz Waterfall – Silver Lake loop from Dresden-Klotzsche

14.3km

03:49

150m

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3. Hofewiese Estate – Hofewiese Riding Stable loop from Ullersdorf

6.36km

01:41

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Historic Trail Markers in Dresden Heath

1. Hofewiese Meadow – Path at the Priessnitz Waterfall loop from Ullersdorf

2. Path at the Priessnitz Waterfall – Silver Lake loop from Dresden-Klotzsche

3. Hofewiese Estate – Hofewiese Riding Stable loop from Ullersdorf

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