Active in nature
With its steep rock faces and deep valleys, the Saxon Switzerland National Park region offers intense nature experiences and countless views. Whether on extended day multi-day hiking trips, challenging climbing adventures on the rocks, discovery tours by bike or a relaxed walk – there is something for everyone in the national park and its surroundings.
Broad trails, adventurous paths, cool gorges, amazing views, steps, ladders and stairs: The Saxon Switzerland offers unforgettable experiences on foot!
Whether on the Elbe Cycle Route, exciting cycle paths in the landscape conservation area or around 50 km of cycle routes in the national park – Saxon Switzerland is a wonderful place to explore by bike!
1,135 climbing peaks with routes of varying difficulty are waiting to be conquered by climbing enthusiasts. Experience the “cradle of free climbing”!
Saxon Switzerland also offers a unique backdrop on the water – along a good 30 kilometres of the Elbe river between majestic sandstone cliffs and striking table mountains.
Despite remote rocky paths and difficult terrain, there are also places and views that are easily accessible. Saxon Switzerland is for everyone!
Guided tours
You can also explore the national park region as a group: on guided hikes with our staff and discovery tours with certified national park guides!
Our nature trails, such as the Flößersteig or the Weg zur Wildnis (Path to Wilderness), take you on exciting discovery tours and give you deeper insights into the special aspects of the national park region – from geology to history.
A long tradition among climbers in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains: directly related to mountaineering, the shelters can still be used today.