Lilienstein Gorge Bridge – North ascent of Lilienstein loop from Rathmannsdorf (Kr Pirna)

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Lilienstein Gorge Bridge – North ascent of Lilienstein loop from Rathmannsdorf (Kr Pirna)

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Lilienstein Gorge Bridge – North ascent of Lilienstein loop from Rathmannsdorf (Kr Pirna)

04:41

16.1km

350m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 12, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 5.11 km for 47 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.26 km

View of Lilienstein

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The tourist development of the Lilienstein began in the 19th century, when the first mountain restaurant was opened on the summit in 1873 and today a seasonal guesthouse welcomes visitors …

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2.18 km

Rittergut Prossen

Castle

5.11 km

View of the Bastei and Königstein Fortress from the Lilienstein

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Every mountain in Saxon Switzerland is worth a trip. The Lilienstein offers a special panorama over the Saxon Switzerland.

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5.20 km

Lilienstein Gorge Bridge

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nice view from up here

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5.39 km

Wettin Obelisk and Viewpoint on the Lilienstein

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The Wettin Obelisk is the central heart of the Lilienstein, it was built to commemorate the 800 year anniversary of the Wettin House and is the photo background on the Lilienstein

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5.56 km

Lilienstein Summit Loop

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The circular route allows you to walk around the entire summit area and enjoy a wide variety of perspectives on the surrounding landscape.

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5.67 km

View from the North descent of the Lilienstein

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A fine piece of rock with everything you could wish for when hiking.

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5.75 km

North ascent of Lilienstein

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From here you have a good panoramic view and a good view of the fortress Königsstein.

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10.6 km

Polenztal Valley

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Especially worth seeing in March, when the spring cups are in bloom and the whole meadow is immersed in a white sea. ;-)

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16.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.59 km

3.64 km

3.24 km

949 m

678 m

Surfaces

5.68 km

4.46 km

4.25 km

1.36 km

196 m

143 m

Elevation

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Highest point (380 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

Weather

Sunday 11 October

12°C

6°C

29 %

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Lilienstein Gorge Bridge – North ascent of Lilienstein loop from Rathmannsdorf (Kr Pirna)

View of Lilienstein

View of the Bastei and Königstein Fortress from the Lilienstein

Lilienstein Gorge Bridge

Wettin Obelisk and Viewpoint on the Lilienstein

Lilienstein Summit Loop

View from the North descent of the Lilienstein

North ascent of Lilienstein

Polenztal Valley

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