Bastei Rocks – White Elster in Steinicht loop from Elsterberg

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Bastei Rocks – White Elster in Steinicht loop from Elsterberg

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Bastei Rocks – White Elster in Steinicht loop from Elsterberg

07:10

25.3km

530m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 20, 2026

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Elstersteilhänge

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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6.01 km

Bastei Rocks

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Beautiful hiking trails lead to the Bastei rock formation. From here you have a fantastic view of Rothenthal.

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11.4 km

View of Elsterberg from Kriebelstein

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Well-marked hiking trails lead to the Kriebelstein (407 meters) with magnificent panoramic views, into the Steinicht nature reserve or across the state border into Thuringia.

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12.4 km

If you are looking for peace and quiet, you will find it in the Elstertal between Elsterberg and Barthmühle train station. The White Elster flows contemplatively in her bed, then again with a slight temper, because her stones have been "placed" in the bed😉. This hike was a haven of peace for me after a strenuous week at work!

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13.1 km

View of the Weir

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If the trees don't obscure too much, a nice viewpoint of a weir.

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14.9 km

Elstertal Between Rentzschmühle and Esterberg

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16.6 km

White Elster River

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I can recommend this hike, paths are natural, gradients are minimal. However, sturdy shoes are recommended!

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20.6 km

Steinicht Climbing Rocks

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Great for hiking, even better for climbing 😋😋

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20.9 km

Elsterwand

Peak

23.1 km

Der Reitsteig Hiking Trail

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Just beautiful😍 You don't necessarily need ankle-high hiking shoes, but flip-flops and sandals are definitely not appropriate!

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25.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.7 km

10.8 km

1.06 km

750 m

Surfaces

15.8 km

4.17 km

4.11 km

673 m

503 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (420 m)

Lowest point (280 m)

Weather

Sunday 11 October

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Bastei Rocks – White Elster in Steinicht loop from Elsterberg

Bastei Rocks

View of Elsterberg from Kriebelstein

White Elster in Steinicht

View of the Weir

Elstertal Between Rentzschmühle and Esterberg

White Elster River

Steinicht Climbing Rocks

Der Reitsteig Hiking Trail

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