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Schwedenlöcher – Wolfsschlucht (Sächsische Schweiz) Runde von Kurort Rathen

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Schwedenlöcher – Wolfsschlucht (Sächsische Schweiz) Runde von Kurort Rathen

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April 9, 2026

Schwedenlöcher – Wolfsschlucht (Sächsische Schweiz) Runde von Kurort Rathen

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05:33

18.1km

3.3km/h

590m

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Overview

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 13.6 km for 431 m

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Start point

Train Station

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1.56 km

Felsenburg Neurathen (closed due to dilapidation)

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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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1.60 km

View of the Elbe Valley

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Great viewing point on the Bastei. Usually very crowded. If you want to walk and see in peace, you should get there early. There are usually only a few runners.

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1.64 km

Bastei Bridge

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The Bastei is probably the most famous highlight of Saxon Switzerland. In the high season from April to October, the bastion is frequently visited by tourists. But in the winter …

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2.87 km

Schwedenlöcher

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The Schwedenlöcher are a particularly exciting section and my personal highlight in Saxon Switzerland. This section got its name during the Thirty Years' War, when farmers from the village of …

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7.55 km

Wolfsschlucht Gorge (Saxon Switzerland)

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Saxon Switzerland offers a variety of incredible great hiking opportunities.
I would recommend this place to everyone who loves nature and hiking.

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7.67 km

View of Hohnstein Castle and the Polenz Valley from the Hockstein

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Awesome view of the valley and Hohenstein. Fantastic.

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9.19 km

View of Hohenstein Castle

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Great view of the castle!

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9.27 km

Hohnstein Castle

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In the Burgschänke there is delicious egg pancake at unexpectedly humane prices.

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13.6 km

Die Schlinge Trail

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The loop is a traditional hiking trail that can be reached via the Neuweg or from the Begangsteig. A detour is definitely worthwhile to get a little variety and a …

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18.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.38 km

7.39 km

1.40 km

617 m

158 m

104 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.96 km

5.76 km

2.63 km

2.20 km

973 m

367 m

185 m

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Highest point (330 m)

Lowest point (110 m)

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Schwedenlöcher – Wolfsschlucht (Sächsische Schweiz) Runde von Kurort Rathen

Felsenburg Neurathen (closed due to dilapidation)

View of the Elbe Valley

Bastei Bridge

Schwedenlöcher

Wolfsschlucht Gorge (Saxon Switzerland)

View of Hohnstein Castle and the Polenz Valley from the Hockstein

View of Hohenstein Castle

Hohnstein Castle

Die Schlinge Trail

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