Hard mountaineering route. 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: March 20, 2026

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Includes a segment that is highly dangerous

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

After 11.7 km for 82 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.05 km

Bloßstock Rock Formation

Highlight • Natural Monument

The whole way along the Affensteine is worth it. After the nun's gardener, turn right (coming from the north) to get back on the path to the Wild Hell.

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4.26 km

Häntzschelstiege (Saxon Switzerland National Park)

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One of the most beautiful via ferratas in the area. Not difficult, but not to be underestimated.

A via ferrata set is highly recommended (you never know...).

Descent via Wilde Hölle is possible.

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7.00 km

Viewpoint

8.21 km

Zurückesteig Trail

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Very varied mountain path, worth it!

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9.96 km

Affensteine Rock Formations

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The monkey stones are an elongated, strongly rugged rock group of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, which is located east of Bad Schandau in the Saxon Switzerland and is located in …

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11.3 km

Upper Häntzschelstiege Entrance – Rock Crevice

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Squeeze through to get to the start of the second, upper part of the Häntzschelstieg. The backpack may need to be removed.

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11.4 km

Upper Monkey Promenade

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful landscape and view

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11.6 km

Zwillingsstiege (Twin Staircase) in Saxon Switzerland National Park

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Short but crisp via ferrata that partly through Difficulty B. Beware of oncoming people. Although prohibited, the signage is often not adhered to here.
Great panorama!

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12.5 km

Wild Hell (Wilde Hölle) Climb

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How cool would a slide be here 😂

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17.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.04 km

5.57 km

4.33 km

1.20 km

584 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.18 km

3.87 km

3.39 km

2.47 km

2.45 km

448 m

Elevation

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Highest point (440 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

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