Götterfelsenweg - favorite hiking route Dresden Elbland

An experience from the start

At the start awaits a highlight for children: the new adventure playground "Forest Castle" with slides, climbing elements, and a small creek. While the little ones romp around, adults can relax and take a deep breath. Then the route leads on a longer walk directly into the mixed forest. Soon the first viewpoint is reached: the Hohe Eifer, with about 210 meters the highest point of the route. From the platform on the edge of the rock face, there is a wide view over Meißen to Albrechtsburg and the cathedral. Behind the platform lie the traces of an old castle site – once a guard post, now a quiet place for hikers.

The main goal of the route, however, is the Götterfelsen. It towers above the Triebischtal valley and carries a distinctive golden summit cross. From here, an impressive view opens into the valley. The black rock consists of pitchstone – a rare volcanic rock unique worldwide in this region. A small plaque on the cross commemorates the foundation of the State School St. Afra – a high school for particularly gifted students and a place with a lot of history.

Pure nature right on your doorstep

The approximately 5-kilometer circular route leads through one of the most beautiful city forests in Saxony. Here grow gnarled beeches and old oaks, chaffinches fly between the branches, and with a bit of luck, one can spot signs of badgers. The Triebischtal landscape protection area is a refuge for many animal and plant species. Along the path, information boards provide exciting insights into nature – from rare birds to the importance of the forest for the city's climate.

A worthwhile detour leads to Königssee, a former quarry. The dark pitchstone walls and the small pond amid the trees create a calm, almost magical atmosphere.

For the whole family

The Götterfelsenweg is easy to walk and also suitable for families with children. There are many rest opportunities, ideal for short breaks or a picnic in the green. At every season, the excursion is worthwhile: in spring, the forest floor blooms, in summer, the leafy canopy provides shade, and in autumn, the forest turns into a colorful sea of hues.

The Götterfelsenweg combines nature, history, and beautiful views – right in the middle of the Meißen city forest. Those who hike here quickly realize: You don't have to travel far to find real experiences.