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Saxony
Erzgebirgskreis
Wolkenstein

Wolkenstein Castle – Wolkenstein Castle Square loop from Wolkenstein

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Hiking trails & Routes
Germany
Saxony
Erzgebirgskreis
Wolkenstein

Wolkenstein Castle – Wolkenstein Castle Square loop from Wolkenstein

Moderate

4.8

(10)

42

hikers

Wolkenstein Castle – Wolkenstein Castle Square loop from Wolkenstein

03:45

13.1km

310m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 7, 2025

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Train Station

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786 m

Wolf Gorge (Wolkenstein Gorge)

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There is also a family-friendly via ferrata here. Great backdrop.

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1.10 km

Wolkenstein Castle

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Wolkenstein Castle is a high medieval castle that was first mentioned in documents in the 13th century. The town and castle stand on gneiss rocks 80 meters above the Zschopautal. …

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1.20 km

Wolkenstein Castle Square

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Here you stand in the middle of the village at the castle.

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1.29 km

Around Wolkenstein Castle

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The castle is well preserved or repaired and the surrounding hiking trails lead to Selva Switzerland, to via ferrata or down to the river. There is a restaurant in the castle.

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4.68 km

View of Wolkenstein

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6.39 km

Heidelbach Valley

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Nice valley especially recommended in autumn because the trees are wonderfully colored

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9.29 km

Heidelbach Stream

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great corner with wonderful paths

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11.1 km

Zschopau Bridge

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Good access to Selva Switzerland and the Zschopautal cycle path. Refurbished in 2017/2018.

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13.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.27 km

2.38 km

2.02 km

967 m

414 m

Surfaces

5.64 km

3.84 km

1.28 km

1.19 km

978 m

120 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (570 m)

Lowest point (390 m)

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