Hiking between CLOUDS and STONE - rock idyll and panoramic view

This impressive circular hike starts at the historic market square of the small mining town of Wolkenstein. Not far from the imposing castle, which picturesquely rises above the Zschopau valley, it follows the long-distance hiking trail EB downstream. Finally, the path turns right into the impressive rock labyrinth of the Wolkensteiner Schweiz. Here awaits the first highlight for hikers: From the Brückenklippe – a spectacular viewing platform – there is a breathtaking view of two bridges spanning the Zschopau. The elegant stone arch bridge and the distinctive railway bridge are popular photo motifs.

Then it continues to Anton-Günther-Höhe. This idyllic rest area offers a beautiful view of the silhouette of Wolkenstein. From here, forest paths lead downhill into the traditional spa grounds of Warmbad. At the drinking pavilion, you can enjoy the soothing thermal water, while children can have fun at the nearby water playground.

Behind the spa park begins another chapter: the historic mining area. On scenic paths with sometimes quirky names like Palmbaum and Himmelreich, hikers encounter, among other things, a masonry mining shaft – a silent witness to the region’s long mining history.

Southwards, now on the European long-distance path E3, endless wide views open up of the mountain world of the Annaberger Land. At an airy height, hikers pass again the steep banks of the Zschopau valley. The Zeisigstein, a distinctive viewpoint, is located about 100 meters above the confluence of Zschopau and Preßnitz.

A varied forest trail leads downstream, past small rock formations and always accompanied by the flow of the Zschopau in the valley. For the finale, the romantic ascent through the Wolfsschlucht awaits. A narrow path winds up through the Schlossfelsen to the starting point in Wolkenstein.