--- title: "Hike from Königstein over Lilienstein to Kurort Rathen" url: "https://www.visitsaxony.com/tour/koenigstein-lilienstein-kurort-rathen" description: "Königstein - Elbe ferry - Halbestadt - Ebenheit - Lilienstein - Blue stripe marking (long-distance hiking trail) - Kurort Rathen - Amselsee - crossed in Kurort Rathen by cable ferry to the other side of the Elbe - train station" language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/2725129/97a5d1ba7b54513eb124133bb0beafaf210aae331dcff3183464d96b6d1900e9/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Home > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share Hike from Königstein over Lilienstein to Kurort Rathen ====================================================== - 11.41 km long - Difficulty: medium - Condition: medium - Great panorama - Hiking - 3:40 h - 11.41 km - 394 m - 394 m - 113 m - 409 m - 296 m - - Start: Königstein - Destination: Kurort Rathen From the fortress town of Königstein, the path leads up to the striking table mountain, Lilienstein. After a short climb, a great view opens up over wide parts of Saxon Switzerland. Along an idyllic path through the forest, the route leads to Kurort Rathen and the Amselsee, where a leisurely gondola ride can be enjoyed. Interesting information about the flora and fauna of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains can be learned at the nearby National Park information center Amselfallbaude. The starting point in Königstein is best reached from Kurort Rathen by S-Bahn. Königstein - Elbe ferry - Halbestadt - Ebenheit - Lilienstein - Blue stripe marking (long-distance hiking trail) - Kurort Rathen - Amselsee - crossed in Kurort Rathen by cable ferry to the other side of the Elbe - train station Read more Good to know ------------ Pavements Unknown (1%) Asphalt (19%) Gravel (31%) Trail (10%) Path (39%) Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions From the train station or parking lot in Königstein, the path takes us across the Elbe via ferry to the other bank (Halbestadt). From here, we go up to the Königsteiner Ebenheit. There we follow the signage to Lilienstein. Upon reaching the foot of Lilienstein, we now climb up stairs and ladders to what is probably the most beautiful table mountain in Saxon Switzerland. Here, you can enjoy views in all directions of the region. After a short descent the same way, we follow the blue stripe marking (long-distance hiking trail) to Kurort Rathen. Arriving in Kurort Rathen, we enjoy the beautiful views over the Elbe, might spot a steamboat, and walk through the town towards Amselsee. In the spa town there are numerous dining options, ranging from snack bars to 4-star restaurants. The Amselsee, beneath imposing rock formations such as "Locomotive," "Beehive," "small and large goose," and "Valley Guardian," offers a peaceful rest or a gondola ride. On the way back, we hike and enjoy the route from the opposite direction and cross to the other side of the Elbe in Kurort Rathen via the cable ferry. The cable ferry must consider ships because of the cable it hangs on, so a small delay may occur during the crossing. Upon reaching the other Elbe bank, we go up to the station so that we can take the train back to Königstein. Read more Tour information - Stop at an Inn Equipment Sturdy footwear required Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there****A 17: exit Pirna**, continue on B 172 towards Bad Schandau to Königstein **Exit Bahretal**, continue on K 8732 to Krietzschwitz, then B 172 towards Bad Schandau to Königstein Read more **Parking**Parking garage "Königstein am Malerweg" on the B 172 (turn-off fortress), only 800 m on foot to the fortress Few parking options in the valley Read more **Public transportation****Arrival:** Meissen **-** Dresden - Königstein - Schöna **:** Pirna – Hinterhermsdorf +: Pirna – Königstein \| Reißigerplatz **Departure:** With the ferry to Kurort Rathen station, from there the Read more Additional information Attractive hike with beautiful views; ascent and descent via steps and ladders; information about the national park; dining facilities available; return trip by public transport Read more Literature Order now: Read more Author Sabine Meisel Organization Tourismusverband Sächsische Schweiz License (master data) Sabine Meisel Safety guidelines Accessible all year round, not recommended on ice and snow slicks, surefootedness required Please note: **only marked paths may be used in the core zone of the Saxon Switzerland National Park!** Violations may be fined. Read more Map Buy here: Read more Nearby ------ View on map Contact 01824 Königstein/Sächs. Schw. Download GPX file - - - -