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On narrow paths to Kohlbornstein

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On narrow paths to Kohlbornstein

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On narrow paths to Kohlbornstein

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11.7km

350m

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"Those who walk towards the sun leave the shadows behind."

On this hike you will be amazed at the small, interesting paths there are around the village of cribs!
On these hiking trails and paths we reach the Kohlbornstein, which is located high above the cribs. For a while it…

by Nationalpark Sächsische Schweiz

Last updated: July 8, 2025

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4.33 km

Kohlbornstein Viewpoint

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The 378 m high Kohlbornstein, which lies somewhat off the typical tourist paths, is particularly worth climbing because of its wide panoramic panorama. If the visibility is good, the Rosenberg can also be seen in Bohemian.

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Historic Terraces in Krippen

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Anyone who thought that there was nothing to see here but beautiful countryside was wrong... a landscaped hillside that was used for growing fruit and raising livestock (goats). Impressive what …

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Püschelweg Trail

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Steeply rising Püschelweg between cribs and Reinhardtsdorf with very beautiful views and small sandstone walls ... pretty 👍

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Krippenbach

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Located in the quiet Krippenbachtal, the place is the starting point for interesting hikes and bike tours in the surrounding area. The Zschirnsteine, Kaiserkrone and Zirkelstein are imposing table mountains …

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11.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.22 km

2.76 km

1.69 km

955 m

856 m

175 m

Surfaces

3.85 km

3.52 km

1.70 km

1.69 km

503 m

387 m

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Highest point (340 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

Weather

Tuesday 7 July

21°C

13°C

15 %

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Comments

February 1, 2026,Rund um den Kohlbornstein

Today I hiked in an area I've rarely visited before. We skipped the direct climb to Kohlbornstein; the paths were simply too icy. A lovely hike off the beaten track.

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September 5, 2021,von Krippen auf schmalen Wegen auf den Kohlbornstein (Rundwanderung)

Wonderful circular hike in Saxon Switzerland. The starting point was a parking lot on the Elbe and then it went on narrow paths up to the Kohlbornstein. The path is also very suitable for looking for mushrooms!

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June 18, 2023,Auf schmalen Wegen zum Kohlbornstein

From Krippen train station we first take the footpath in the direction of Krippen. After about 5 minutes we cross the street and turn onto a small access road and now follow the "yellow dot" marking. Shortly after the Hönelhof, the steep ascent begins over steps to the Kellerfelsen, a small vantage point reminiscent of Friedrich Gottlob Keller (1816 -1895). …

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August 11, 2021,Krippen Rundwanderung. Wandern in der Sächsischen Schweiz.

The video about the hike.

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August 29, 2021,Von Krippen zum Kohlbornstein und Laasenstein Rundtour

A nice round trip off the beaten tourist path. From the Kohlbornstein you have a wonderful panoramic view of many peaks in Saxon Switzerland. At the end of the tour, the view from the Carolahöhe rewards you with a beautiful view of the Elbe Valley

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July 7, 2024,Rundwanderung Krippen-Liethenmühle-Kohlbornstein-Vorderer und Hinterer Lasenstein-Krippen

Today the connecting round to the Caspar David Friedrich Trail. Start again in Krippen at the train station and then straight up into the Krippental with a short stop at the Liethenmühle (good food). From there up to the Malerweg to the Kohlbornstein with a wonderful panoramic view! From there not the standard route but a detour to the Vorderer …

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April 20, 2025,Auf schmalen Wegen zum Kohlbornstein! 🐝🐣☀️

Happy Easter! 🐣🌸🐰

The 378m high Kohlbornstein, located somewhat off the beaten track, is worth climbing, especially for its expansive panoramic views. From the saddle, which has a bench for a break, you first climb the long rocky ridge via mostly old sandstone steps, then continue along a narrow path to the lookout point. The expansive panoramic view here extends …

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May 24, 2025,Auf schmalen Wegen zum Kohlbornstein 🥾⛰️

While the crowds were once again filing out of the S-Bahn in Wehlen and Rathen today, we hiked a lesser-known route and had peace and quiet almost the entire trip. A dream in this weather 🌞

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February 15, 2021

"Those who walk towards the sun leave the shadows behind."
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On this hike you will be amazed at the small, interesting paths there are around the village of cribs!
On these hiking trails and paths we reach the Kohlbornstein, which is located high above the cribs. For a while it goes along the Malerweg, the

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February 15, 2021

From the Krippen train station, we first take the footpath towards Krippen. After about 5 minutes we cross the street and turn onto a small access road and now follow the "yellow dot" mark. Shortly after the Hönelhof, the steep ascent begins over steps to the Kellerfelsen, a small vantage point that

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