The castle was built at the beginning of the 13th century at the behest of Margrave Dietrich von Meißen to protect himself against the neighboring burgraves of Dohna. Already in …

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Enno

August 18, 2017

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The wildly romantic castle ruin with the beautiful mountain church is a very worthwhile destination if you are planning a trip to the equally interesting Forest Botanical Garden. However, you should bring some time!

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Max

May 30, 2019

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Absolute highlight of this tour, great ruins and views, but the way we went very wild and hardly passable

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Best Hikes to Ruins of Tharandt Castle

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1. Ascent to Teufelskanzel – Ruins of Tharandt Castle loop from Freital-Hainsberg West

9.72km

02:51

260m

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

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2. Zigzag Trail – Zeisiggrund Bridge loop from Tharandt

6.26km

01:50

170m

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

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3. Heinrich Cotta's Grave – Ruins of Tharandt Castle loop from Tharandt

9.57km

02:43

220m

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

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

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Ruins of Tharandt Castle

1. Ascent to Teufelskanzel – Ruins of Tharandt Castle loop from Freital-Hainsberg West

2. Zigzag Trail – Zeisiggrund Bridge loop from Tharandt

3. Heinrich Cotta's Grave – Ruins of Tharandt Castle loop from Tharandt

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