The Papststein is a 451-meter-high table mountain in the Saxon Switzerland region on the left bank of the Elbe River. It can be ascended from two sides. There is a mountain inn and an even taller fire tower with fantastic views. Hikers on the Forststeig trail follow the Malerweg (Painters' Way) on the descent.

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Günter L.S.

September 11, 2022

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Located right next to the Papststein mountain restaurant with a great view.

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Klausi

November 3, 2021

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Very beautiful summit accessed by countless steps. There is also a small inn here.

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Elevation 400 m

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

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