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Hockstein – Schweizertal Whirlpools (Chemnitz) loop from Markersdorf-Taura

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Hockstein – Schweizertal Whirlpools (Chemnitz) loop from Markersdorf-Taura

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4.5

(17)

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Hockstein – Schweizertal Whirlpools (Chemnitz) loop from Markersdorf-Taura

06:11

22.1km

430m

Hiking

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

Last updated: April 15, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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356 m

Let's head to the nature trail.

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Leisurely walk over Bärenhöhle and Lorelei

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570 m

Schweizertal Viewpoint

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Sitting on the edge, resting with a crippling factor👍🫶

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727 m

Nature Trail Markersdorf – View into the Schweizerztal

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There are still many beautiful paths to discover here

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1.15 km

Hockstein

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Well, who stacked that there? Really interesting rock formation, and the path there is also very beautiful.

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1.28 km

Schweizertal Whirlpools (Chemnitz)

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I only saw it from above, but it was very impressive.

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15.0 km

Studententeich

Lake

18.4 km

Waldrand Mohsdorf

Viewpoint

20.3 km

View of the Chemnitz Loop railway bridge

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The river bend with the rock formation is picturesque.

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20.3 km

The Chemnitz River in the Chemnitz Valley

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Beautiful photos are possible on the river

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21.0 km

Bear Cave

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Small tight cave. Only suitable for gummy bears. ;-) Attention! A very narrow path leads to the cave.

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22.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.9 km

5.22 km

4.83 km

1.07 km

Surfaces

6.84 km

5.46 km

5.31 km

3.96 km

375 m

111 m

Elevation

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (180 m)

Weather

Sunday 17 May

19°C

6°C

0 %

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Hockstein – Schweizertal Whirlpools (Chemnitz) loop from Markersdorf-Taura

Let's head to the nature trail.

Schweizertal Viewpoint

Nature Trail Markersdorf – View into the Schweizerztal

Hockstein

Schweizertal Whirlpools (Chemnitz)

View of the Chemnitz Loop railway bridge

The Chemnitz River in the Chemnitz Valley

Bear Cave

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