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Affensteine – hike

Many rock towers and viewpoints. For the experienced there are the Häntzschelstiege and the Zwillingsstiege; the Wilde Hölle is easier, and the Obere Affensteinweg is the high-level route. The name probably comes from "Aufensteine" – Aufen were eagle owls.

Tip: The Stiegen are not for anyone with a fear of heights. In the national park dogs must be kept on a lead.

Duration

full day

Type

One-way hike

Area

Elbe Sandstone Mountains

What to expect

• Rocks and caves
• Ladders and steep steps
• challenging
• Views
• in the national park

Along the way

• Nasser Grund, Bad Schandau
• Affensteine

Please take a hiking map with you and stay on the marked paths in the national park.

History along the way

• Bad Schandau

As of: 2026-10-01

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