Ascent to Scharfenstein – Scharfenstein Viewpoint loop from Zittau Vorstadt
Ascent to Scharfenstein – Scharfenstein Viewpoint loop from Zittau Vorstadt
4.7
(17)
270
runners
03:06
27.8km
450m
Running
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: May 27, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
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540 m
Highlight • Viewpoint
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12.6 km
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16.9 km
Elefantensteine
Peak
18.2 km
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18.2 km
Highlight • Viewpoint
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18.3 km
Highlight • Viewpoint
18.4 km
Highlight • Rest Area
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21.3 km
Highlight • Restaurant
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21.4 km
Highlight • Historical Site
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27.8 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
16.4 km
5.11 km
3.66 km
1.56 km
829 m
206 m
Surfaces
9.51 km
7.45 km
3.62 km
3.39 km
2.97 km
772 m
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (590 m)
Lowest point (240 m)
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Weather
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Sunday 5 July
19°C
15°C
86 %
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