Kelchstein (Chalice Rock) – Scharfenstein Viewpoint loop from Oybin

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Kelchstein (Chalice Rock) – Scharfenstein Viewpoint loop from Oybin

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Kelchstein (Chalice Rock) – Scharfenstein Viewpoint loop from Oybin

01:26

4.62km

170m

Mountaineering

Moderate mountaineering route. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 2, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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765 m

Chalice Rock and the Chalice Rock Guardian

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1.17 km

Kelchstein (Chalice Rock)

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Great sandstone formation in the Zittau Mountains. It is one of the most difficult climbing rocks in the mountains. If you are lucky enough to see mountaineers trying to conquer …

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1.88 km

Rock Formation in Zittau Nature Park

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I love these rocks

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2.34 km

View of Oybin Rock Formation

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3.23 km

Scharfenstein Viewpoint

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The climb is rewarded with a great view of the mountain range and the Oybin rock castle.

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4.43 km

Zittau Narrow-Gauge Railway

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You can also take this narrow-gauge railway from Zittau to Oybin. With the old steam locomotive or with the diesel locomotive ahead.

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4.45 km

Oybin

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Nice little cafe, prices acceptable

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4.50 km

To the Fairy-Tale Play

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Information sign

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4.62 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.87 km

751 m

614 m

251 m

138 m

Surfaces

2.40 km

1.07 km

653 m

362 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (560 m)

Lowest point (400 m)

Weather

Monday 2 November

6°C

1°C

17 %

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Expect light wind and shifting conditions.

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Kelchstein (Chalice Rock) – Scharfenstein Viewpoint loop from Oybin

Chalice Rock and the Chalice Rock Guardian

Kelchstein (Chalice Rock)

Rock Formation in Zittau Nature Park

View of Oybin Rock Formation

Scharfenstein Viewpoint

Zittau Narrow-Gauge Railway

Oybin

To the Fairy-Tale Play

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