Great Winter Mountain

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Highest elevation in the National Park of Saxon Switzerland with National Park information center, snack bar and observation tower.
The summit lies at 556 meters and is the second highest elevation in Saxon Switzerland. The geological peculiarity is striking: a basalt blanket overlays the otherwise typical sandstone formation.

The plateau was developed for tourism in the 19th century. The Swiss-style mountain lodge, which still exists today, was built at that time. Next to the building is a lookout tower that offers distant views in several directions.

The area is part of the core zone of the national park. The surrounding forests are largely untouched and specially protected. A small house on the plateau provides information about the flora, fauna and geology of the area.

The ascent is usually from Schmilka via the steep mountain path or the Winterberg road. The paths are well marked, but challenging in places. Extensive rest areas and a clear view of the German-Czech border landscape await at the top.

Good to know

Openings

January to December
Wednesday - Saturday 11:30 - 16:00
Sunday 11:00 - 16:00

Monday, Tuesday day off

Change of opening hours:
https://www.xn--ffnungszeiten-hmb.app/de/01814/bad-schandau/restaurants-cafe-restaurant/wanderrast-grosser-winterberg

General information

  • Parking Available

  • Bus stop available

Eligibility

  • Suitable for any weather

  • for Groups

  • for Class

  • for individual guests

  • Pet allowed

Payment methods

Entrance Free

Directions & Parking facilities

Easily accessible by public transport.
Train: S1
Stop: Schmilka
Ferry: F2
Footpath: approx. 2 hours
Bus lines: 252, 253
Bus stop: Schmilka border crossing
Footpath: approx. 2 hours

Timetable information: www.vvo-online.de

Contact person

Wanderrast Großer Winterberg Bad Schandau OT Schmilka

Author

Tourismusverband Sächsische Schweiz e.V.
Bautzner Straße 45/47
01796 Pirna

Organization

Tourismusverband Sächsische Schweiz e.V.

License (master data)

Tourismusverband Sächsische Schweiz e.V.
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