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Neurathen rock castle – Schwedenlöcher Gorge loop from Kurort Rathen

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Running trails & routes
Germany
Saxony
Saxon Switzerland
Rathen

Neurathen rock castle – Schwedenlöcher Gorge loop from Kurort Rathen

Hard

4.5

(2)

51

runners

Neurathen rock castle – Schwedenlöcher Gorge loop from Kurort Rathen

01:33

11.5km

370m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 18, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

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After 329 m for 97 m

After 11.1 km for 97 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1

3.99 km

Steep staircase in Nationalpark-Kernzone

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Pretty steep but nice to look at.

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2

5.42 km

Forest restaurant "Steinerner Tisch"

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The famous forest restaurant stood empty for several years, but after being taken over by three gentlemen from Dresden, it reopened in 2017. Right next to the restaurant, you'll find …

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3

6.85 km

The Felsenburg Neurathen is an interesting starting point for all those interested in history, as signs present interesting facts about this historical place. It is impressive how long ago people …

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4

8.25 km

View of Bastei Bridge

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Wonderful for a break.

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5

8.26 km

Bastei Rock Formations

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Great view. Well suited for a small trail run.

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6

8.94 km

Schwedenlöcher Gorge

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The deeply cut, almost one kilometer long gorge was created by the erosion of the softer sandstone. It follows the main direction of the fissure in the Elbe sandstone.

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9.06 km

Paved and easy to walk.

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9.83 km

Amselsee

Lake

9

10.4 km

Ascent to the Bastei

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The ascent to the Bastei leads through the impressive rock landscape of Saxon Switzerland. Depending on the route, it goes uphill steadily via stairs, narrow paths, and through shady forests. …

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11.5 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.41 km

3.76 km

2.00 km

158 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.57 km

2.95 km

2.50 km

1.01 km

285 m

158 m

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (110 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

19°C

11°C

23 %

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