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Schwedenlöcher – Schwedenlöcher loop from Rathewalde

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Germany

Saxony

Saxon Switzerland

Schwedenlöcher – Schwedenlöcher loop from Rathewalde

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Schwedenlöcher – Schwedenlöcher loop from Rathewalde

03:31

12.3km

270m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 9, 2025

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Start point

Parking

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3.24 km

Pavilion Viewpoint (Pavillonaussicht)

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From the hiking crossroads, descend into the Schwedenlöcher and turn right to the Pavilion Viewpoint. This offers a different view of the Bastei.

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3.41 km

Bastei Bridge and Rock Formations

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It's best to go very early or late, otherwise it gets very crowded!

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3.46 km

Schwedenlöcher

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The Schwedenlöcher are a particularly exciting section and my personal highlight in Saxon Switzerland. This section got its name during the Thirty Years' War, when farmers from the village of …

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4.07 km

Schwedenlöcher Stairs

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The path through the Schwedenlöcher leads over numerous stairs past impressive rock faces... absolutely worthwhile

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5.38 km

Rathewalder Mill

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The Rathewalder Mühle comes to life more and more every year. Between shady rocks there are wonderfully playful little buildings that invite you to linger. 🍻

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6.64 km

View Over Rathewalde Towards Lilienstein

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Look at this view, all the hardships are forgotten when you see this panorama. Very beautiful nature.

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12.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.10 km

3.05 km

1.66 km

428 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.32 km

3.23 km

2.71 km

2.67 km

387 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (390 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

Weather

Saturday 31 January

-1°C

-6°C

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Schwedenlöcher – Schwedenlöcher loop from Rathewalde

Pavilion Viewpoint (Pavillonaussicht)

Bastei Bridge and Rock Formations

Schwedenlöcher

Schwedenlöcher Stairs

Rathewalder Mill

View Over Rathewalde Towards Lilienstein

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