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Kroatenschlucht – Ascent to Maxen loop from Kreischa

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Germany

Saxony

Kreischa

Kroatenschlucht – Ascent to Maxen loop from Kreischa

Moderate

4.7

(106)

375

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Kroatenschlucht – Ascent to Maxen loop from Kreischa

04:23

14.8km

440m

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: April 29, 2026

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154 m

Gänseliesel Fountain, Kreischa

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In 1911 the Gänselieselbrunnen was inaugurated on Haussmannplatz - a minor sensation at the time, because according to Saxon law, only cities were allowed to build market fountains at the …

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3.82 km

Wilisch Summit Triangulation Pillar and World War I Memorial

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First run up and then enjoy the beautiful view

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6.38 km

Teufelsstiege in the Lockwitzbach Valley

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Small change on the way, but short and not as bad as the name might suggest ...

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7.95 km

Kroatenschlucht

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Especially during and after the Thirty Years' War 1618 to 1648, the Croatian cavalry was notorious for its deeds. In times of war, the Croats were also active in the area.

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10.4 km

View Towards Wittgensdorf

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Pleasant hiking trail and beautiful views. Views towards Wittgensdorf and also as far as Kreischa and Saida.

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11.6 km

Ascent to Maxen

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Slight incline on a well-developed path through idyllic horse paddocks.

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12.7 km

A great trail along the Lockwitzbach stream in the Lockwitz Valley/Lockwitzgrund. Partly steep, partly narrow. Sure-footedness is recommended.

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The Lockwitz Valley is characterized by steep meadow slopes on both sides.

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13.1 km

Lungkwitz Caves

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Not far from Kreischa you can find these caves, also called soldiers' caves. Particularly recommended for the youngsters to experience a little adventure with a lamp. In the summer months it can happen that a bat finds it.

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14.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.36 km

5.24 km

988 m

894 m

335 m

Surfaces

4.94 km

4.74 km

2.58 km

1.60 km

694 m

269 m

Elevation

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Kroatenschlucht – Ascent to Maxen loop from Kreischa

Gänseliesel Fountain, Kreischa

Wilisch Summit Triangulation Pillar and World War I Memorial

Teufelsstiege in the Lockwitzbach Valley

Kroatenschlucht

View Towards Wittgensdorf

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