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Schwedenlöcher – Schwedenlöcher Runde von Kurort Rathen

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Schwedenlöcher – Schwedenlöcher Runde von Kurort Rathen

Eva Joa planned a hike

September 8, 2021

Schwedenlöcher – Schwedenlöcher Runde von Kurort Rathen

Moderate

02:05

6.68km

3.2km/h

240m

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Overview

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Includes ferry crossings

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After 330 m for 97 m

After 5.93 km for 97 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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268 m

View of Rathen and Altrathen Castle

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In contrast to the neighboring rock castle Neurathen, little is known about the history of this castle. Presumably it was built in the 11th century.

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712 m

Basteiweg Trail

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Great area but totally overcrowded when the weather is nice.

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1.63 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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2.00 km

View of the Wehlsteine

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Very nice view of the rocks. Should you take a look. Great view from the viewing platforms.

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2.98 km

Pavilion Viewpoint (Pavillonaussicht)

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From the hiking crossroads, descend into the Schwedenlöcher and turn right to the Pavilion Viewpoint. This offers a different view of the Bastei.

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3.13 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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5.77 km

Rathen

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The spa town of Rathen is a tourist magnet due to its unique location on the Elbe, the rock stage and the scenic attractions all around. From here you can …

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6.68 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.10 km

1.02 km

548 m

460 m

158 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.90 km

1.80 km

1.77 km

335 m

243 m

233 m

Route Details

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

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Schwedenlöcher – Schwedenlöcher Runde von Kurort Rathen

View of Rathen and Altrathen Castle

Basteiweg Trail

Bastei Bridge

View of the Wehlsteine

Pavilion Viewpoint (Pavillonaussicht)

Schwedenlöcher

Rathen

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