• 13.45 km long
  • Round trip
  • Difficulty: medium
  • Condition: medium
  • Great panorama
  • Hiking
  • 5:30 h
  • 13.45 km
  • 167 m
  • 172 m
  • 346 m
  • 471 m
  • 125 m
  • Start: Klingenberg-Colmnitz station
  • Destination: Klingenberg-Colmnitz station
Starting from Klingenberg-Colmnitz station, we hike around Klingenberg and get to know, embedded in the most beautiful nature, the Klingenberg dam and a mosaic of other highlights.

At the beginning of the route, we cross the Neuklingenberger Höhe, the most beautiful viewpoint on the southern edge of the Tharand Forest (360-degree panorama), then descend to the Klingenberg dam with waterworks and hydropower plant. On the way to a narrow, natural valley section of the Wilde Weißeritz, the effects of electrification on the partly still existing formerly water-powered mills in the valley can be observed.

On the return to the station, we experience the cultural landscape on the Klingenberg plateau. Here, at various points, we can exemplarily learn about the possibilities this area offers for environmental and nature conservation. Finally, we will see the beginning of forest restructuring in a forest section. While walking through a settlement, there is an opportunity to take a closer look at nature in the settlement area and discuss it. Afterwards, we reach the Klingenberg-Colmnitz station again.

Pavements

Unknown (3%)
Street (6%)
Asphalt (39%)
Gravel (27%)
Trail (20%)
Path (4%)

Best to visit

suitable
Depends on weather

Tour information

  • Cultural Interesting

  • Loop Road

  • Stop at an Inn

Equipment

Recommended are: lightweight hiking shoes with a well-profiled sole, rainwear, binoculars for nature observation if possible, weather-appropriate warm clothing, preferably long pants and/or suitable tick protection; for a nearly 100 m steep ascent on an undeveloped path, telescopic hiking poles can be useful.

Directions & Parking facilities

Parking
For arrival by car, a large free parking lot is available at the station.
Public transportation

Arrival by train to Klingenberg-Colmnitz station / start of the route from the station forecourt

Departure by train from Klingenberg-Colmnitz station / end of the route at the station forecourt

Additional information

The route passes three inns, which can be integrated into the route.

Additionally, at the end of the hike, a mustard and vinegar manufactory can be visited. Tasting and a small gift are included. For this tour, an additional fee of €6.00 per person is required.

On request, a snack is also offered.

Author

Gerold Pöhler

Organization

Dresden Elbland

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

The route can be adapted for groups. Please contact us. We can shorten the route, omit points, or add others.

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