Saxon Switzerland I: Climb Sandstone Mountains & Rocky Canyons

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Berlin Central Station, Berlin, Germany
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Duration

18 Apr (5:30 am to 11:30 pm)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

20 people

Languages

English

About this tour

The surreal and majestic landscape invites you to hike through wild canyons framed by sandstone stacks and fairytale forests.

Saxon Switzerland is the mystical German wonderland you’ve never heard of before. The surreal and majestic landscape invites you to hike through wild canyons framed by sandstone stacks and fairytale forests.

Trip Details:

Meeting Location and Time:

      Note: Exact platform to be advised the day before event in the WhatsApp group for this event.

 Finishing Location and Time:

      Note: We start and end in different points as can be seen above.

Hiking Distance and Duration: 13 km, elevation gain/loss 500m, 5 hours from start to closing, multiple break times.

Hiking  Difficulty: Intermediate to Hard – Sometimes steep paths and stairs, moderate elevation, sure-footedness and good fitness required.

Kid Friendly: No.

Pet Friendly: No.

Other Things to Note and Items to Pack:

Weather is temperament and can vary between raining and sunny weather. Would recommend the following at a minimum:

  • Packed lunch for break during hike
  • Suitable footwear for hike (Hiking shoes if possible, else any other good shoes)
  • Rain jackets
  • Rain trousers
  • Hiking Shoes
  • Suitable day pack
  • Sun protection

What is Next ?

  • WhatsApp Group: You will be added to the WhatsApp group dedicated for this event. This group is where you can connect with trip mates, coordinate arrival options and stay in touch.
  • Trip Briefing: You will find a link in the WhatsApp group description to a detailed trip briefing document providing details on what to expect, how to prepare etc.
  • Google Photos Album: You will find a link in the WhatsApp group description to the shared Google photos album where you can upload and view all shared photos and videos from the trip.

Other Things to Consider:

  • Please note that the program, as well as the venue is subject to change due to extreme weather conditions, as well as to the characteristics and size of the group.
  • UNT reserves the right to cancel the trip, modify the route, change the accommodation or re-schedule hikes and without prior notice.
  • UNT is not responsible for any loss, theft, damage or personal injury that occurs during the trip.

Highlights

  • Ridge Trail: The steep slope is well secured with a railing. Stairs and ladders help us get up high. From up there we have the ultimate view of Saxon Switzerland.
  • Schrammstein Viewpoint: The viewpoint offers a magnificent view over jagged rock formations, impressive table mountains and wide landscapes as far as the eye can see. On the other side of river Elbe, you see the fortress Königsstein, out of the forest rises the mighty Falkenstein. It is also a great spot for a picnic.
  • Gate of Schrammstein: The 'Schrammsteintor' is one of the most stunning rock formations in the entire national park. The deeply cut passage between the rocks is completely covered with sand and looks like a piece of desert and is a unique photo opportunity.
  • Schmilka: This traditional village is often described as the most beautiful village in Saxony.
  • Bad Schandau: Hike, feel good, come back - that is the motto under which Bad Schandau welcomes its guests. Beautifully situated on the Elbe, Bad Schandau is the most centrally located holiday resort in Saxon Switzerland. The small town with its typical medieval centre invites you to take a leisurely stroll through its cafés, restaurants and shops. As the oldest spa town in Saxon Switzerland, it has a great tradition.

Included/Excluded

  • Community Leader and Guide for the entire duration. Note: English is the main language spoken on this trip.
  • All public transportation for the entire trip starting from the meeting location to the finishing location.
  • Access to Google photos album dedicated for this event.
  • Access to WhatsApp group dedicated for this event where you can chat with the other participants.
  • Note: Email us immediately if you do not have WhatsApp and we can make alternate arrangements from our end to ensure you do not miss out on any communication.

Itinerary

Meet in Berlin Hbf Train Station.

Catch train for Bad Schandau (Starting with RE 8 to Elsterwerda).

Arrive in Bad Schandau Train Station and start hiking.

Arrive in Schrammstein tor and have a lunch break.

Continue hiking.

Arrive in Schmilka and have an early dinner.

Arrive in Schmilka Hirchmule Train Station across the river from Schmilka.

Catch train back for Berlin starting with S1 to Dresden.

Arrive back to Berlin.

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

Free cancellation with 100% refund of trip (excluding any flights) up to 14 full days before the start of the trip. After that, cancel up to 5 days before the trip to get a 50% refund of the trip (excluding any flights).

If the event is cancelled by Urbanature Travel (UNT), you will get a full refund (excluding any airfares), unless you have purchased a flight inclusive package directly with Urbanature Travel (UNT) in which case you will get a refund including the flights.

Urbanature Travel (UNT) needs a minimum of 5 participants for this trip to take place, else we may cancel this trip.

Yes you can contact Urbanature Travel (UNT) on +49 152 2150 6123 (WhatsApp, Mobile or SMS) or alternatively you can also reach us on on +49 151 2486 7229 (WhatsApp, Mobile or SMS) .

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Berlin Central Station, Berlin, Germany
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