Artificially reinforced waterfall in the Kirnitzschtal
The Lichtenhain Waterfall is one of the most traditional excursion destinations in Saxon Switzerland. Hikers, nature lovers and those seeking relaxation have been drawn to the valley since the 19th century.
Around 200 years ago, Lichtenhain in the Kirnitzschtal valley still had the office of "waterfall drawer". Whenever there was enough water in the reservoir and enough onlookers had gathered, he would open the weir and the babbling of the Lichtenhain stream would briefly swell to a roar to the "Oh" and "Ah" of the audience. The Lichtenhain waterfall is one of the few curiosities from the early days of tourism in Saxon Switzerland that has survived to this day.
The inn, which opened right next to the waterfall in 1853, has also been preserved. The Gasthof Lichtenhainer Wasserfall is one of the gastronomic legends of Saxon Switzerland - and has been owned by the same family for more than five generations!
The Lichtenhain waterfall is a popular photo spot, both at lunchtime in summer and in winter with beautiful icicles.
Hiking tips:
Around 200 years ago, Lichtenhain in the Kirnitzschtal valley still had the office of "waterfall drawer". Whenever there was enough water in the reservoir and enough onlookers had gathered, he would open the weir and the babbling of the Lichtenhain stream would briefly swell to a roar to the "Oh" and "Ah" of the audience. The Lichtenhain waterfall is one of the few curiosities from the early days of tourism in Saxon Switzerland that has survived to this day.
The inn, which opened right next to the waterfall in 1853, has also been preserved. The Gasthof Lichtenhainer Wasserfall is one of the gastronomic legends of Saxon Switzerland - and has been owned by the same family for more than five generations!
The Lichtenhain waterfall is a popular photo spot, both at lunchtime in summer and in winter with beautiful icicles.
Hiking tips:
