--- title: "TK 8 - Terrain Trail 8 - Großer Galgenteichring" url: "https://www.visitsaxony.com/tour/tk-8-terrain-trail-8-grosser-galgenteichring" description: "The Terrainkurweg trail around the large Galgenteich is a short, leisurely hike right along the water. The trail passes the natural swimming area and offers a wonderful view of the Geisingberg and the Kahleberg. In the spring, it’s worth taking a detour to the unique orchid meadows. This tour is stroller-friendly and accessible to wheelchair users." language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/2905652/72d4956731547c1b82c65dbb4c8a48c5b359f0ea972b9161c6ff01074455d905/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Home > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share TK 8 - Terrain Trail 8 - Großer Galgenteichring =============================================== - 2.50 km long - Round trip - Difficulty: easy - Great panorama - Hiking - 0:35 h - 2.50 km - 785 m - 797 m - 12 m - - Start: Altenberg Spa Town - "Raupennest" Health Center Running Club - Destination: Altenberg Health Resort - "Raupennest" Health Center Running Club A walk along the crest of the dam at the large Galgenteich—with a view of the Geisingberg. The Terrainkurweg trail around the large Galgenteich is a short, leisurely hike right along the water. The trail passes the natural swimming area and offers a wonderful view of the Geisingberg and the Kahleberg. In the spring, it’s worth taking a detour to the unique orchid meadows. This tour is stroller-friendly and accessible to wheelchair users. Read more Good to know ------------ Pavements Gravel (56%) Trail (34%) Path (10%) Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions From the Raupennest Health Center running club, head toward the Großer Galgenteich. Turn left onto the path, and after about 350 meters, keep to the right. The Großer Galgenteich will always be on your right. After a few minutes, cross the iron bridge to reach the dam crest of the Großer Galgenteich. On the opposite shore, you’ll see the Health Center buildings. Follow the TK8 signs to return to the starting point."Raupennest" Health Center Running Group – Iron Bridge – Dam crest – "Raupennest" Health Center Running Group Read more Tour information - Loop Road - Stop at an Inn - Suitable for Pushchair Equipment Sturdy shoes, rain gear, snacks, and possibly binoculars. Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there**Via BAB17—Bad Gottleuba exit—Lauenstein—Geising—Altenberg Via B170 – Dresden – Dippoldiswalde – Altenberg / Teplice – Dubi – Zinnwald-Georgenfeld – Altenberg Read more **Parking**You can park your car in the at the Raupennest Health Center. Read more **Public transportation**Train: Dresden – Heidenau – Altenberg Bus: Line 360 from Dresden Central Station, Line 398 from Teplice Read more Additional information The classic terrain therapy is a special form of exercise therapy at a health resort. It is characterized by exercise intensity tailored to the individual’s fitness level, full-body training, time spent outdoors, and experiencing the natural landscape. It is performed at a normal or brisk walking pace. Terrain therapy helps normalize the body’s autonomic functions: the cardiovascular system works more efficiently, respiratory function is stimulated, muscles and joints are strengthened, and overall metabolism is positively influenced. Read more Author Tourismus Marketing Gesellschaft Sachsen mbHBautzner Straße 45/47 01099 Dresden Organization Tourist-Information Altenberg License (master data) Tourist-Information Altenberg Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author The spa area and sauna at the the ideal place to relax after a short hike. Read more Safety guidelines - Enjoy nature - Let the forest creatures get a good night's rest - Protect plants and animals - Keep emergency access routes clear - Park in designated parking areas - Don’t leave trash behind - Be considerate of others - Prevent forest fires - Be aware of forestry work - Respect barriers - Be careful and cautious Read more Map Hiking Around Oberbärenburg 1:25,000Hiking and Biking Map of the Eastern Ore Mountains 1:33,000 Brochure on Terrain Cure Trails Available at the Altenberg Tourist Information Office and in . Read more Nearby ------ View on map Contact 01773 Altenberg Download GPX file - -