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Saxon Switzerland

Access to Himmelsleiter – Kuhstall Rock Arch loop from Lichtenhain

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Saxon Switzerland

Access to Himmelsleiter – Kuhstall Rock Arch loop from Lichtenhain

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Access to Himmelsleiter – Kuhstall Rock Arch loop from Lichtenhain

01:05

3.51km

120m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

Last updated: April 7, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Nationalpark Sächsische Schweiz

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802 m

Kuhstallstraße Trail to Neuer Wildenstein

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Nice way up to the cowshed.

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1.54 km

Himmelsleiter Stairway (Saxon Switzerland National Park)

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If you have the time and, above all, the courage, you should not miss the ascent through the ladder ladder. A long and narrow staircase leads up through a narrowing gorge. At the top, you will be rewarded with a phenomenal view. Take care of the gap between the stairs and the rock face, then you are on the safe side.

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1.64 km

Kuhstall Rock Arch

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The cowshed is a 11 m high, 17 m wide and 24 m deep rock gate. From the Lichtenhain waterfall you need about 30 minutes on foot to the Felsentor Kuhstall. Right next to it is the Himmelsleiter (stairs in the rock), which is definitely recommended 😉.

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2.00 km

View up to the Kuhstall

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From down here you have a beautiful view of the Neuer Wildenstein.

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2.04 km

View of sandstone cliffs

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Kletterfelsen

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2.12 km

View of the Kuhstall Arch

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A magnificent landscape with good distant views.

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3.51 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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2.41 km

919 m

183 m

Surfaces

1.75 km

1.64 km

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