Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 13, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 11.4 km for 123 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.15 km

Schmatzhöhe

Viewpoint

5.31 km

View of the Zschopau River from the Zschopau Valley Trail

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Steep sloping trail with good views of the Zschopau. Surefootedness should be available. The way is not suitable for strollers.

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5.38 km

View from the Pfaffenstein near Ringethal

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The climb is a bit strenuous, but the effort is rewarded with the view.

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9.84 km

Ferry Terminal Erlebach and Kriebstein Harbor

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Here you can take the ferry to Lochmühle and Kriebstein harbor for €3.

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12.1 km

Kriebstein Dam

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It's a pity you can't get there on foot.

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12.5 km

Kriebstein Dam on the River Zschopau

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Great trail with very quirky trees. The dam wall itself is very conservative.

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13.0 km

View of Kriebstein Castle

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Wonderful castle in a great area. Great location, great view and interesting history. You really feel at home in the castle courtyard, there is also a restaurant. Always worth a trip.

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13.3 km

Kriebstein Castle

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Kriebstein Castle, which is over 600 years old, sits enthroned on a steep rocky spur. Surrounded by forest and surrounded by the Zschopau, there is a great view of the …

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17.4 km

Bench with a View of the Zschopau River

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Ideal for staying, beautiful view of the lake

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20.9 km

Viewpoint

23.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.8 km

3.88 km

3.11 km

1.48 km

1.01 km

Surfaces

9.29 km

7.87 km

3.40 km

1.38 km

1.32 km

< 100 m

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