Germany
Saxony
Saxon Switzerland-East Ore Mountains
Dippoldiswalde
Old Quarry in Dippoldiswalder Heide
Germany
Saxony
Saxon Switzerland-East Ore Mountains
Dippoldiswalde
Old Quarry in Dippoldiswalder Heide
Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 32 out of 33 hikers
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Dippoldiswalder Heide
Location: Dippoldiswalde, Saxon Switzerland-East Ore Mountains, Saxony, Germany
According to the information board: There used to be quarries near the Steinborn, which are still quite clearly visible.
In 1569, Oswald von Carlowitz had pieces of stone quarried here on behalf of the Elector, which were intended for the construction of the castle in Dippoldiswalde.
June 30, 2025
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