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: March 26, 2026

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Dresdner Elbtalhänge

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4.71 km

Leitenweg

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This path is simply beautiful. You have to be caught. Nature is allowed to be like this here and is not changed.

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5.24 km

View of Dresden from the Vineyard

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Mega view from the vineyard over Dresden

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5.51 km

View of the Weinbergkirche Pillnitz

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The small, baroque church in the vineyards is a real eye-catcher and the view of the Elbe valley is simply stunning.

Concerts, readings and exhibitions take place in the Pillnitz …

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5.85 km

Leitenweg Panorama and the Pillnitz Vineyards

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From here you have a very nice view over the vineyards. Especially in the evening sun, you can rest on a bench after a hike and let your gaze wander …

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5.97 km

View of the Weinbergkirche

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The vineyard church "Zum Heiligen Geist" is a protestant baroque village church in Dresden Pillnitz above Pillnitz Castle.

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6.83 km

Friedrichsgrund

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one of the most beautiful paths from Pillnitz to the Borsberg via the Meixmühle

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7.61 km

Friedrichsgrund Valley and Stone Bridges

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A nice corner for hiking and biking in every season.

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7.84 km

Meix Mill

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Currently there is a refrigerator with cold drinks and a trustworthy cash register. Nice place to take a little break from hiking.

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13.0 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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5.68 km

4.62 km

2.21 km

490 m

Surfaces

5.23 km

3.16 km

2.95 km

846 m

805 m

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View of the Weinbergkirche – Meix Mill loop from Graupa

Leitenweg

View of Dresden from the Vineyard

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Leitenweg Panorama and the Pillnitz Vineyards

View of the Weinbergkirche

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