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Lonely paths to Großstein
02:40
9.33km
220m
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This hike first leads through the cool, wooded Knechtsbachtal. You reach Ottendorf via gentle meadows and fields. The highlight of the hike is the sandstone pulpit of the Großstein, from which one has an impressive view. The way back leads over the narrow and varied path of the Flößersteig.
by Nationalpark Sächsische Schweiz
Last updated: June 13, 2024
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Start point
Bus stop
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2.36 km
Hiking trail to Ottendorf (Ottendorfer Steig)
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At the end of the Cretaceous Period, …
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3.25 km
Umgebindehaus in Ottendorf
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3.62 km
World War I Memorial Ottendorf
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5.58 km
View from Großstein
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7.55 km
Flößersteig Trail
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8.50 km
Flößersteig — Raftsmen's Trail along the Kirnitzsch
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8.94 km
Kirnitzschtal Valley
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9.33 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
5.26 km
2.91 km
625 m
483 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
3.73 km
2.57 km
1.82 km
1.08 km
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< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (350 m)
Lowest point (180 m)
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In glorious weather, we were inspired by the route of the @Saxon Switzerland National Park. The route runs a little away from the large tourist crowds and promises peace and enjoyment during the hike. We covered the part in the Kirnitschtal on the Flößersteig. That was a little tricky in places. But you have to admit: it was worth it. The climb to Ottendorf was tough at the end, but the reward was wonderful views. We set the starting point to the car park in Ottendorf using the Komoot app.
If you drive further from the starting point 300, you can park on the right. About 5 cars
Golden autumn in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. What a beautiful day! The goal is the sandstone pulpit of the Großstein. Over the Flößersteig, always accompanied by the Kirnitzsch, it goes through the autumnal Knechtsbachtal to Ottendorf. In this direction the increase is hardly noticeable and the almost deserted path to the pulpit is not far. A really good tip for a tourist-free hike. In contrast to the original tour, we moved the starting point back a little until we were able to park. Inspired by this page: https://regio.outdooractive.com/oar-saechsische-schweiz/de/tour/wanderung/einsame-wege-zum-grossstein/62456311/#dm=1
A lot going on in the S-Bahn and then almost alone on the way. I didn't know the big stone yet, so let's go. The public transport is great to get to and from and for a very spring-like Sunday there was nothing going on. Recommendation: 5 stars. Can you do it?
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September 1, 2021
This hike first leads through the cool, wooded Knechtsbachtal. You reach Ottendorf via gentle meadows and fields. The highlight of the hike is the sandstone pulpit of the Großstein, from which one has an impressive view. The way back leads over the narrow and varied path of the Flößersteig.
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September 1, 2021
We start our tour at the Lichtenhainer Mühle bus stop in Kirnitzschtal. We turn into the Knechtsbachtal, which is marked with a yellow line. At the beginning the increase is hardly noticeable. Arrived at a fork, we follow the path to the right, which is marked with a green dot. After a short, steep ascent
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