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To the landmark of the Saxon Switzerland National Park: the Lilienstein

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Saxony

Saxon Switzerland

To the landmark of the Saxon Switzerland National Park: the Lilienstein

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4,644

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To the landmark of the Saxon Switzerland National Park: the Lilienstein

02:11

6.09km

290m

Hiking

The Lilienstein adorns the logo of the Saxon Switzerland National Park, which was founded in 1991. Table Mountain towers high above the Elbe Valley so conspicuously and impressively that August the Strong, Elector of Saxony and King of Poland, climbed it in 1708. We still use the steps that were…

by Nationalpark Sächsische Schweiz

Last updated: June 13, 2024

This route includes a ferry crossing

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

After 2.37 km for 47 m

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301 m

Königstein Elbe Ferry

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To set an experience across the Elbe, and with a bit of luck you will see the rare Elbseepferdchen😉🤗

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View of Lilienstein

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If you start your hike in Königstein and take the ferry, you have a magnificent, unobstructed view of the Lilienstein after a first steep ascent.

Have fun

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1.21 km

View of the Lilienstein

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Great mountain with fantastic views. Nice ascents and descents. With restaurant on the mountain.

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1.90 km

South ascent to the Lilienstein

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Very great climb with great views from the rocks. As is so often the case in Saxon Switzerland, you can't get enough of it there.

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2.37 km

View of the Bastei and Königstein Fortress from the Lilienstein

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Every mountain in Saxon Switzerland is worth a trip. The Lilienstein offers a special panorama over the Saxon Switzerland.

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2.65 km

Wettin Obelisk and Viewpoint on the Lilienstein

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the Wettin obelisk
the Wettins:
dynasty that can be traced back to the 10th century and is thus the oldest documented German noble family after the Welfs. The name is …

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2.69 km

Lilienstein Summit and Viewpoint

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The climb to the Lilienstein is definitely worth it. No matter if the weather is good or bad. :) We walked up the Nordsteig - but rather recommend the Südsteig, as it is easier.

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2.94 km

Lilienstein — Obelisk and View over the Elbe Valley

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From here you have a wonderful view Elbaufwärts over Bad Schandau and the Schrammsteinen.
In very good visibility you can see the Zirkelstein, Kaiserkrone and in Bohemian Switzerland even the Schneekuppe.

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3.02 km

View of the Elbe Valley from the Lilienstein

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Already on the ascent to the Lilienstein there are great views of the Elbe Valley and the table mountains in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains

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3.30 km

North ascent of Lilienstein

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From here you have a good panoramic view and a good view of the fortress Königsstein.

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4.73 km

Old South Ascent of the Lilienstein

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Were here in autumn, very special views of the Lilien Stein.

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6.09 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.43 km

1.20 km

1.13 km

1.01 km

275 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.04 km

1.60 km

1.51 km

646 m

243 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (370 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

Weather

Sunday 16 August

21°C

13°C

93 %

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Max wind speed: 13.0 km/h

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Comments

August 15, 2025,Lilienstein, 419 m (S-Königstein/Sächs Schw - S-Königstein/Sächs Schw)

Today I first went to McFit, where the Dynamo Dresden headquarters are, and then I certainly wanted to do a short hike in Saxon Switzerland before I arrived in time for the concert by Hans Peter and his crew on the banks of the Elbe.
The Lilienstein is one of my absolute favorite peaks in Saxon Switzerland. Here again is …

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May 16, 2023,Lilienstein von der Fähre Königstein

The classic tour from the ferry in Königstein to the landmark of Saxon Switzerland.

We went via the south climb and
took the north route as descent.

A bit of surefootedness helps on the well-signposted and well-developed paths with steps and stairs.

The panoramic view is magnificent.

Some of the viewing platforms are secured by low railings or not.

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July 16, 2026,Zum Highlight des Nationalparks Sächsische Schweiz: der Lilienstein

A very short round, only for the ascent on the south side and the descent on the north side. The paths are super well-prepared and it is very easy to walk.
The restaurant on the summit was unfortunately not in operation.
On the other hand, right down near the start and end point is the "Steingut" eatery. It is very …

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April 21, 2024,Lilienstein Wanderung über Nordaufstieg zum Gipfel und Südabstieg zur Fähre Königstein

The northern ascent is not easy to find. In total it was 6.6 km and took about 3.5 hours at a normal pace. Good shoes are a must!!

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October 13, 2022,🍁⛰️🍂 Elbsandsteingebirge 5: auf den Lilienstein

From our apartment we have a great view of the Lilienstein. So what could be more obvious than climbing this mountain by hiking. Following Tour 49 from the "Hikeline Wanderführer Elbsandsteingebirge" we started in Königstein at the ferry terminal with a short ferry ride across the Elbe. Arrived on the other side, we went up the northern ascent to the …

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June 18, 2022,Rundweg von Königstein zum Lilienstein

Today the tour to Lilienstein was planned.
With summer temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius, we started with the bikes in the direction of the ferry, which took us to our starting point on the other side of the Elbe.
The ascent via the Nordsteig was tough and steep, but after a good 50 minutes we were at the top.
Rewarded …

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April 26, 2024,Sonnenuntergang auf dem Lilienstein

Today we started our hike in Saxon Switzerland with good company on the Lilienstein to watch the sunset. Tomorrow we will follow the trail of the stones...

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May 21, 2025,Lilienstein 🪨🧗‍♀️🌲 - NP Sächsische Schweiz 21.05.25

I had a hard time choosing a tour for today 🤔
The weather forecast promised drizzle for 1 p.m. and thunderstorms from 3 p.m. 🌩️!!!
I've always wanted to climb the Lilienstein 🪨 🧗, a striking landmark visible from everywhere... but in a thunderstorm?
If necessary, I thought, I could cancel, and off I went.
Took the S1 from Dresden …

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August 18, 2020

The Lilienstein adorns the logo of the Saxon Switzerland National Park, which was founded in 1991. Table Mountain towers high above the Elbe Valley so conspicuously and impressively that August the Strong, Elector of Saxony and King of Poland, climbed it in 1708. We still use the steps that were specially

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To the landmark of the Saxon Switzerland National Park: the Lilienstein

Königstein Elbe Ferry

View of Lilienstein

View of the Lilienstein

South ascent to the Lilienstein

View of the Bastei and Königstein Fortress from the Lilienstein

Wettin Obelisk and Viewpoint on the Lilienstein

Lilienstein Summit and Viewpoint

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View of the Elbe Valley from the Lilienstein

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