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Malerweg

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Malerweg

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March 17, 2017

Malerweg

Hard

39:09

131km

3.3km/h

3,600m

3,640m

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Overview

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Most people would complete this in 6-13 days

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16.5 km

Amselsee

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Nicely located on hiking trails to multiple destinations.
A rest here is very relaxing.

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25.7 km

View of Hohnstein Castle

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A very nice easy path leads along here.

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31.2 km

Brand and Gautschgrotte circular trail

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On the way on the Malerweg stage 3.

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31.7 km

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Fantastic view from here

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31.9 km

Brand Steps

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More than 800 steps lead down the 170 meters from Brand to Tiefen Grund. The steep path along the high rock faces is an adventurous highlight for every tour in this area.

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40.6 km

Dorfbachklamm Gorge

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Closed from 16 June until 27 July 2025 due to repair work on the path and embankment. We saw the signs with this notice yesterday, 12 June.

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44.4 km

Schrammtor in the Saxon Switzerland National Park

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The Schrammsteintor is one of the most stunning rock formations in the entire national park. Towering towering the rocks on both sides above you. Climbers love the steep walls and …

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45.1 km

Hunter's Trail (Schrammsteine)

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Here is the descent from the ridge path with iron ladders and stairs in many variations. It leads down to the start of the Wildschützensteig.

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45.4 km

Schrammstein Viewpoint

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Because the Schrammsteine are one of the highlights in Saxon Switzerland because of the great panoramic views, it can of course be overcrowded here in summer. In winter, however, comparatively …

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45.6 km

Schrammsteine Ridge Trail

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The ridge path can be imagined as a summit cross-section. It goes on well-secured paths and stairs on summit and through gorges. Thus, the ridge path combines a sense of adventure and great panoramic views along the Schrammsteine.

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47.7 km

Schwarzes Loch Path

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Please note that this is not a hiking trail, but only the approach to the climbing rock. Thanks a lot.

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48.1 km

View from the Breite Kluft plateau

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The Breite-Kluft-Aussicht is another breathtaking view on the edge of the Malerweg. The view can hardly be missed and is right on the Malerweg. The area offers an ideal place …

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52.9 km

Kleiner Dom – View of Falkenstein

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A very beautiful valley basin with a view of the Falkenstein.

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57.5 km

View of the Bloßstock rock formation

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The Untere Affensteinpromenade (Zeughausweg) is like a little roller coaster ride. It's constantly going left and right and up and down. Sometimes quite crisp. Past the Brosin Nadel and the impressive Bloszstock.

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62.5 km

Häntzschelstiege (via ferrata)

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Wonderful staircase with two parts that has been converted into a real via ferrata in recent years. The lower part consists mainly of step brackets that pull up on small …

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63.5 km

Beuthenfall Waterfall

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Unfortunately, you can not approach it directly. He is blocked by a fence, because the houses are collapsing next to it. But you can still look at it very well.

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64.4 km

Lichtenhain Waterfall

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In addition, artificially dammed, natural waterfall - a visitor magnet for ages. By operating a flap, he can also tumble down like a gush.

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65.8 km

View from Schneiderloch

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A rather narrow gap leads to the tailor's hole. But beware! It's easy to hit your head here. When you get to the top you have a really nice view.

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66.0 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 …

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87.2 km

Topi

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93.8 km

Kanigstein - painting

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99.1 km

View of Falkenstein and the Schrammsteine from Köhler Hübel

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From here you have a beautiful view over the field to the Falkenstein and the Schrammsteinen. On the left the forest leads to Kleinhennersdorf. On the right it goes past …

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101 km

Gohrischstein

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In my opinion one of the most beautiful rocks in Saxon Switzerland. From here you can see all the highlights around. Both the weathervane view and the refuge view are fantastic.

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105 km

Short ascent to the Barbarine on the plateau

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Can also be done well as a circular route. Depending on your mood, first take the easy path and the eye of the needle as a descent or the other way around.

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106 km

Pfaffenstein Mountain Inn

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In the middle of Saxon Switzerland, on the summit of Pfaffenstein you will be treated to a fantastic panoramic view from the observation tower, a mountain plateau full of history and a regional retreat.

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112 km

Königstein Fortress

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Magnificent view over the Saxon Switzerland.

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115 km

Adoratio Chocolate Manufactory & Café at Thürmsdorf Castle

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A small café that seduces you with its chocolaty treasures.

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119 km

Rauenstein Ridge Trail

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The ridge path Rauenstein or Rauensteinweg is another part of the famous Malerweg. From the Rauensteinweg there are great views on both sides of the bastion, quarries and table mountains. …

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131 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

111 km

10.9 km

4.07 km

2.77 km

2.22 km

297 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

83.7 km

12.4 km

10.9 km

9.35 km

6.33 km

5.58 km

2.65 km

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