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Saxon Switzerland

Reinhardtsdorf-Schöna

Kuhstall Rock Arch – Wild hell loop from Schmilka-Hirschmühle

Hiking trails & Routes

Saxon Switzerland

Reinhardtsdorf-Schöna

Kuhstall Rock Arch – Wild hell loop from Schmilka-Hirschmühle

Hard

4.9

(902)

3,007

hikers

Kuhstall Rock Arch – Wild hell loop from Schmilka-Hirschmühle

05:28

15.8km

690m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 26, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 11.7 km for 718 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

473 m

Schmilka village center

Highlight • Settlement

The very lovingly restored village center with mill bakery, brewery and inns invites you to linger. A great end to any hike in the area. Bread, beer and cakes are a must-try!

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2

2.36 km

Lehnsteig

Highlight • Trail

The Lehnsteig is a great ascent / descent for hikes in the Schmilka area. The Great Winter Mountain can also be reached quickly via it. Caution sure-footedness is required.

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3

3.86 km

View of the Ida Grotto

Highlight • Viewpoint

There are several views of the Idagrotte adventure on the Upper 🐒Stone Promenade.

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4

7.12 km

Kuhstall Rock Arch

Highlight • Natural Monument

The cowshed is a 11 m high, 17 m wide and 24 m deep rock gate. From the Lichtenhain waterfall you need about 30 minutes on foot to the Felsentor …

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5

7.21 km

Himmelsleiter Stairway (Kuhstall, Saxon Switzerland National Park)

Highlight • Structure

Just go up there. Signage points this out.

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6

11.6 km

Wild hell

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

I can highly recommend the “Wild Hell”. It is surprising that there is no sign at the beginning of the gorge about the difficulty. Without appropriate footwear, nothing can be …

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7

12.2 km

Carolafelsen

Highlight • Viewpoint

A great vantage point, easy to reach and great views.

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8

13.0 km

View of Heringsgrund

Highlight • Viewpoint

When the weather is nice, you have a great view over the whole of Saxon Switzerland and it is not quite as crowded as the other hotspots.

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15.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.56 km

5.42 km

2.27 km

702 m

485 m

272 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.79 km

3.63 km

2.22 km

1.45 km

1.29 km

220 m

212 m

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Highest point (460 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

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