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Malerweg from Pirna to Bad Schandau Trek

Hike Section 1 of the Malerweg Trail in the beautiful Elbe Sandstone Mountains

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About this tour:

6 days

Apr-Oct

Walking

Self-guided, Private

Hotels

Moderate (3/5)

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Meals

Don't worry about meals. 5 continental breakfasts and 1 dinner are included in the tour.

Transfers

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Enjoy the flexibility and ease of staggered payments in your own currency using your choice of credit card.

Route Resources

Route notes, maps, and/or a trail app make navigation on this tour a breeze.

Park Entrance Fees

Included where possible! Check the 'What's Included' tab for more info on park entrance fees during your tour.

Luggage transfers

Take a load off, with optional or included luggage transfers. Check inclusions for further details.

Accommodation for Malerweg from Pirna to Bad Schandau Trek

This tour is based in hotels. Each night you will stay in a different hotel on the route. Hotels on this trip are 3-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Rooms may have fireplaces or access to amenities such as hot tubs, steam rooms, or private decks to lounge on.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
If you are a solo traveller or prefer a single room, the required supplements are included in the listed price.

Hotels on Standard Tour

Night 1

Hotel in Bad Schandau

Bad Schandau is a charming spa town built along the Elbe River with a market square, the historic St. Johns Church, and the Bad Schandau Elevator to explore.

Night 2

Hotel in Wehlen or Rathen

Depending on how far you want to walk, you can overnight in the charming riverside town of Wehlen or continue to the spa town of Rathen.

Night 3

Hotel in Hohnstein

A small but scenic town, Hohnstein is known for its castle and timber houses dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries.

Night 4

Hotel in Altendorf/Kirnitzschtal

Depending on how far you want to walk, you can overnight in the tiny town of Altendorf or keep walking to Kirnitzschtal which has a historic tramway.

Night 5

Hotel in Bad Schandau

Bad Schandau is a charming spa town built along the Elbe River with a market square, the historic St. Johns Church, and the Bad Schandau Elevator to explore.

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Malerweg from Pirna to Bad Schandau Trek Tour Details

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Itinerary

Malerweg from Pirna to Bad Schandau Trek Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1: Arrival in Pirna

Overnight Location - Hotel in Pirna | Distance - None | Meals - None

This small but charming town is the perfect starting point for the Malerweg Trail, with lovely colourful architecture and a historic city centre to peruse. Enjoy your day here as you please, exploring town or just getting a good sleep before your hiking begins.

Day 2

Day 2: Pirna to Wehlen/Rathen

Overnight Location - Hotel in Wehlen/Rathen | Distance - 4-6 hours, 12-17km | Meals - Breakfast

In the morning, you’ll take a bus to the starting point of Malerweg Trail Section 1 and hike through three lush ravines en route to Wehlen. An alternative ending location is the spa town of Rathen, located on the Elbe River.

Day 3

Day 3: Bastei Bridge and Hockstein Rock

Overnight Location - Hotel in Hohnstein | Distance - 2.5-4 hours, 7-10.5km, 477m of ascent, 396m of descent | Meals - Breakfast, dinner

The Bastei Bridge is without a doubt the most unique sight in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, built through a series of striking rock pillars with views of the mountains below. From this famous spot you then visit Hockstein Rock and descend to Hohnstein.

Day 4

Day 4: Hike to Brand Viewpoint

Overnight Location - Hotel in Altendorf or Kirnitzschtal | Distance - 6 hours, 15km, 596m of ascent, 518m of descent | Meals - Breakfast

Known as the 'Balcony of Saxony,’ Brand Viewpoint offers panoramic views of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains below. Then you climb down a whopping 800 steps into the Kirnitzschtal valley where you can stop, or carry on to Altendorf. Depending on availability, you will stay overnight in Altendorf, Kirnitzschtal or Bad Schandau.

Day 5

Day 5: Schrammsteine Massif and Lichtenhain Waterfall

Overnight Location - Hotel in Neumannmühle | Distance - 6.5 hours, 18.5km, 698m of ascent, 755m of descent | Meals - Breakfast

It's a steep uphill hike to the Schrammsteine Viewpoint, but you'll be rewarded with the sights of stunning rock formations reaching up to the sky.

On the way down you pass Big and Small Dome to reach Lichtenhain Waterfall and continue down the valley to Neumannmühle where you catch a bus for Bad Schandau.

Day 6

Day 6: Departure from Bad Schandau

Overnight Location - None | Distance - None | Meals - Breakfast

Having enjoyed a relaxing night in this spa town, Malerweg Trail Section 1 is successfully completed. You can either depart from Bad Schandau or add on some additional nights.

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FAQ for Malerweg from Pirna to Bad Schandau Trek

How hard is the Malerweg from Pirna to Bad Schandau Trek?

We rate this tour as a 3/5. You will need to be comfortable hiking 3-6 hours per day on average over mountainous terrain. There are some options to shorten or lengthen hikes are you prefer. Active hikers will be able to get the most out of this tour.

Do I have to carry my luggage?

Your luggage will be sent from hotel to hotel every day along the tour so you do not have to carry your bags with you.

Can I take my dog with me?

Although in most cases booking this tour with dog is possible, please enquire in advance as it might require some special arrangements for accommodation and might cause some extra charges.

I’ve never been on a self-guided trip! How does it work?

Self-guided travelling is not difficult! For many, it is a preferred type of travel as you are in charge of your own time and pace. You are provided all the information on which direction you need to go daily. However, self-guided travelling requires good navigation skills and those who don’t feel confident in unknown places should consider booking guided tours.

Are meals included on the Malerweg from Pirna to Bad Schandau Trek?

5 breakfasts and 1 dinner are included.

How do I get to Pirna to start this tour?

Fly into Dresden Airport (DRS) then take a Virail train to Pirna (approximately 1.5 hours). Airport transfers are not included.

Where does the Malerweg from Pirna to Bad Schandau Trek end?

The tour ends in Bad Schandau when you check out from your hotel on the last day. You can take the train to your departure airport.

Can I stay longer in some of the locations?

Yes, you can stay for additional nights in any of the overnight locations mentioned in the tour. We will be happy to help you arrange accommodations.

Do I need a visa to travel to Germany?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover (activity). Get your Travel Insurance.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Germany?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Germany?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

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