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Saxon Switzerland-East Ore Mountains

Saxon Switzerland

Obere Schleuse Reservoir (Kirnitzsch Gorge)

Saxon Switzerland-East Ore Mountains

Saxon Switzerland

Obere Schleuse Reservoir (Kirnitzsch Gorge)

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Obere Schleuse Reservoir (Kirnitzsch Gorge)

Hiking

4.9

(998)

Running

5.0

(1)

This Highlight goes through a protected area

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Nationalpark-Kernzone

Location: Sebnitz, Saxon Switzerland, Saxon Switzerland-East Ore Mountains, Saxony, Germany

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Tips

April 9, 2025

Hiking

You can include it in a hiking tour, although the part of the Flöserstieg that is missing looks very tempting.🏞🛶🫶

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August 25, 2024

Hiking

Impressive gorge between the sandstone rocks

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October 2, 2025

Hiking

The Upper Lock is a historic timber rafting facility and a popular nature experience in the Kirnitzsch Valley, located near Hinterhermsdorf and belonging to the municipality of Sebnitz. Guests can take a 20-minute boat trip, gliding through the narrow gorge and marveling at bizarre rock formations. The tour starts after a hike from the Buchenparkhalle parking lot.

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Wild Kirnitzsch Valley – Königsplatz Viewpoint loop from Hinterhermsdorf

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly walkable paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Moderate

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Distance 620 m

Uphill 20 m

Downhill 30 m

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Location: Sebnitz, Saxon Switzerland, Saxon Switzerland-East Ore Mountains, Saxony, Germany

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