Dorfhain is a municipality located in the northwest of the Sächsische Schweiz-Osterzgebirge district, offering a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. The region is characterized by its proximity to the Osterzgebirge (Eastern Ore Mountains) and its position between the Tharandter Wald landscape protection area and the Wilden Weißeritz nature reserve. This geographical setting provides varied terrain, including picturesque canyons and extensive forest areas, suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
112
Routes
4.5
(347)
Average rating
1578
People visited

4.7
(29)
112
riders
42.1km
02:43
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.1
(23)
71
riders
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.4
(5)
34
riders
32.7km
02:51
440m
450m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
(3)
27
riders
28.2km
02:28
370m
370m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.6
(22)
57
hikers
9.70km
02:38
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(12)
38
hikers
4.65km
01:18
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(20)
96
hikers
11.5km
03:10
190m
190m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(9)
39
hikers
12.8km
03:26
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.7
(18)
86
runners
13.4km
01:28
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
10
runners
5.74km
00:37
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
8
runners
9.03km
00:57
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
runners
5.76km
00:38
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.4
(9)
24
riders
65.8km
05:02
900m
900m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.9
(10)
31
riders
50.5km
04:05
720m
720m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.8
(4)
22
riders
13.1km
01:04
150m
150m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(8)
15
riders
33.0km
02:24
430m
430m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.6
(8)
40
riders
47.4km
02:13
580m
580m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

27
riders
41.1km
01:55
510m
510m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(6)
26
riders
47.5km
02:09
440m
440m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.0
(1)
22
riders
55.5km
02:47
780m
780m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

5.0
(1)
6
riders
33.8km
02:18
580m
580m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
28.7km
01:40
340m
340m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
4
riders
21.0km
01:17
230m
230m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.8
(5)
11
riders
38.5km
02:20
450m
450m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?
Dorfhain offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 97 routes across these sports, explored by more than 9,000 visitors.
The Rabenauer Grund is a highly recommended area for hiking, known for its picturesque canyon and easy-to-walk trails alongside the Rote Weißeritz river. The Tharandter Wald also offers extensive forest areas for long walks. More details can be found in the Hiking around Dorfhain guide.
Yes, Dorfhain provides diverse cycling options including touring, road, and mountain biking. The Rabenauer Grund is suitable for cycling, and routes extend around the Freiberger Mulde Valley and Klingenberg Reservoir. Explore options in the Cycling around Dorfhain guide.
Mountain biking trails in Dorfhain vary in difficulty, with options around the Freiberger Mulde Valley and Klingenberg Reservoir. These trails cater to different skill levels, from easy rides to more challenging routes. Refer to the MTB Trails around Dorfhain guide for specific routes.
The Rabenauer Grund features an easy-to-walk trail suitable for families, following the Rote Weißeritz river. The Tharandter Wald also offers accessible paths for relaxed walks. The region provides options for various fitness levels.
Dorfhain is home to the Rabenauer Grund, a nature reserve with unique rock formations like the Einsiedlerfelsen and Predigtstuhl. The Tharandter Wald, part of the GEOPARK Sachsens Mitte, offers extensive forest landscapes. The region is also situated near the Osterzgebirge (Eastern Ore Mountains).
Routes in Dorfhain have an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on more than 1,200 reviews from users who have explored the region's 97 routes.
Yes, komoot offers several guides for Dorfhain, including Hiking around Dorfhain, Cycling around Dorfhain, Road Cycling Routes around Dorfhain, and MTB Trails around Dorfhain. Additional guides cover running, gravel biking, and traffic-free bike rides.
The official website for the municipality of Dorfhain is www.dorfhain.de. This site provides information regarding local administration and services.
The central phone number for the municipal administration of Dorfhain is +49 35055 61833. This number can be used for general inquiries related to the municipality.
Dorfhain offers several options for jogging and running. Dedicated routes are available for those looking to explore the region on foot. Information on these trails can be found in the Running Trails around Dorfhain guide.
The Weißeritztalbahn, a narrow-gauge railway, runs through the Rabenauer Grund, crossing historical bridges. The region also features a mining historical trail with the "Aurora-Erbstolln" show mine, offering insights into the area's past.

