--- title: "Goldstein view" url: "https://www.saechsische-schweiz.de/en/poi/goldstein-view-schmilka" description: "The Goldsteinaussicht is located on the Reitsteig trail above the Großer Zschand and is one of the most striking viewpoints in the Hintere Sächsische Schweiz. It offers an unobstructed view of the rock formations of the Richterschlüchte, the Thorwald Walls and the neighboring Bohemian Switzerland.The viewpoint is located directly on well-marked hiking trails, e.g. the Malerweg. The surrounding area is characterized by forest, gorges and rocks, which define the landscape of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains.The paths to the Goldstein viewpoint are mostly natural and easy to walk on. They are not technically difficult, but do require surefootedness in places.The view is freely accessible all year round and is a good stop-off point on hikes through the Großer Zschand.Hiking tip: About the Pohlshörner to the Teichstein" language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/1428759/dbc1ffd94f1f0d70a2f94aa73523a6754638a399e127ea81b339ea11474e84ab/goldsteinaussicht.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Saxon Switzerland > Special > Destination.Data Details > Points of Interest" --- Share Goldstein view ============== - Viewpoint/viewing tower Goldsteinaussicht Viewpoint on the Reitsteig with sweeping views over the rocks of the Großer Zschand to Bohemian Switzerland. The Goldsteinaussicht is located on the Reitsteig trail above the Großer Zschand and is one of the most striking viewpoints in the Hintere Sächsische Schweiz. It offers an unobstructed view of the rock formations of the Richterschlüchte, the Thorwald Walls and the neighboring Bohemian Switzerland.The viewpoint is located directly on well-marked hiking trails, e.g. the Malerweg. The surrounding area is characterized by forest, gorges and rocks, which define the landscape of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. The paths to the Goldstein viewpoint are mostly natural and easy to walk on. They are not technically difficult, but do require surefootedness in places. The view is freely accessible all year round and is a good stop-off point on hikes through the Großer Zschand. Hiking tip: Read more Good to know ------------ Openings Mountains/Viewpoints/View towers The Goldsteinaussicht is always open. Read more Price info Mountains/Viewpoints/View towers You do not have to pay an entrance fee to visit the Bastei. Read more Eligibility - for Groups Payment methods Entrance Free Contact person TouristService Bad Schandau**TouristService Bad Schandau** Markt 1-11 01814 Bad Schandau Our recommendations ------------------- View on map - Information desk in national park - Viewpoint/viewing tower - Other Nearby ------ View on map - Place of interest - Viewpoint/viewing tower - Viewpoint/viewing tower - Viewpoint/viewing tower Contact 01814 Bad Schandau - OT Schmilka