Panoramic hiking route: from Saupsdorf to Altendorf

The panoramic hiking route starts at the Kiefricht parking lot, located about 1.4 km above Bad Schandau towards Sebnitz. Bad Schandau can be reached by many bus lines, by ship, by S-Bahn, and by Eurocity or by private car via the B 172. Our first section is no longer than one kilometer. We walk down from the Kiefricht parking lot into the Kirnitzschtal, where we wait for our bus that takes us to the starting point of the panoramic route. Actually, Saupsdorf is the endpoint of the panoramic route, but due to better public transport connections in this direction, this variant is suggested here. Additionally, the hike is less strenuous as it mostly goes downhill. Upon arriving in Saupsdorf, the 496-meter high Wachberg immediately catches the eye, which offers a nice view, but does not necessarily have to be included in the route. We now walk out of Saupsdorf and soon find ourselves on the Dr.-Alfred-Meiche-Weg, which leads towards Sebnitz. After about 3 kilometers, we have to walk a short stretch on the road, then leave this path and turn left onto the Hohe Straße. Our route follows this former medieval trade route for a long time, sweetened by some beautiful views, until we pass by the Hochbuschkuppe into the Kirnitzschtal district of Lichtenhain. Here there is an opportunity to rest, but also to climb Lichtenhain's local mountain, the Pfarrberg, which offers panoramic views. The panoramic hiking route then continues towards Mittelndorf, where just before the entrance to the village, perhaps the best panorama of this hiking route with numerous peaks and rock formations awaits us. Mittelndorf also has a small mountain in front of the village with panoramic views, the Weinberg. However, this is not a fixed part of the tour and can be climbed depending on fitness and weather. From Mittelndorf, we now hike to Altendorf. On this stretch, after about one kilometer, another viewpoint awaits us, the Eichhübel. In Altendorf (also with its local mountain, the Adamsberg), the last section awaits us. There are again great views, e.g., to the Lilienstein or to the Schrammsteine. After well over 2 kilometers, we are back at the parking lot or the Kiefricht stop.

GPS data updated 2022

Sturdy footwear required

From Dresden, take the A17 to Pirna, then the B 172 via Königstein to Bad Schandau.

Parking lot Kiefricht

Arrival/Departure:

• by S-Bahn S1 to Bad Schandau
• Bus line 260 to the stop "Kiefricht"

Tourist information Altendorf: +49 (0) 35022 42774

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Easy but long hike with very beautiful views

Please note: only marked trails may be used in the core zone of the Saxon Switzerland National Park. Violations can result in fines.

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