--- title: "Napoleonstein view" url: "https://www.saechsische-schweiz.de/en/poi/napoleonstein-view-langenhennersdorf" description: "The Napoleonstein is located above Langenhennersdorf on the sandstone cliffs of the Langenhennersdorfer Wände. At an altitude of 413 meters, it offers a wide view of the landscape of the Eastern Ore Mountains and the forests around the Breite Heide.The place is named after a legend from the Wars of Liberation. Napoleon is said to have observed his troop movements from here in 1813. Legend has it that a cannonball narrowly missed him and its impact point is still marked to this day.The viewpoint is easily accessible via forest paths. Information boards and a bench invite you to take a break. Access is possible all year round and is free of charge." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/3062098/8cfe723f5a95466a0474c245339aa509a637643bd06a755eb6f7bb88a9ebd994/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Saxon Switzerland > Special > Destination.Data Details > Points of Interest" --- Share Napoleonstein view ================== - Historical site - Viewpoint/viewing tower A colorful mural of Napoleon on a rock face, next to it a memorial plaque and a cannonball; the scene is sunlit. Two people in red jackets are sitting on a bench on a rocky outcrop, surrounded by trees, with a view of a wide, sunny landscape. View over a forest to a wide landscape with fields under a clear blue sky; the sun is shining brightly. Person in red coat stands on rocky outcrop with view of wooded landscape; rock face shows Napoleon graffiti and memorial plaque. A sandstone cliff with a view over forests and rocks - Napoleon is said to have stood here in 1813. The Napoleonstein is located above Langenhennersdorf on the sandstone cliffs of the Langenhennersdorfer Wände. At an altitude of 413 meters, it offers a wide view of the landscape of the Eastern Ore Mountains and the forests around the Breite Heide. The place is named after a legend from the Wars of Liberation. Napoleon is said to have observed his troop movements from here in 1813. Legend has it that a cannonball narrowly missed him and its impact point is still marked to this day. The viewpoint is easily accessible via forest paths. Information boards and a bench invite you to take a break. Access is possible all year round and is free of charge. Read more Good to know ------------ Eligibility - for Groups - Pet allowed Payment methods Entrance Free Directions & Parking facilities Only accessible on foot. Read more Our recommendations ------------------- View on map - Natural sight - Natural sight - Viewpoint/viewing tower Nearby ------ View on map - Place of interest - Viewpoint/viewing tower - Viewpoint/viewing tower - Viewpoint/viewing tower - Tours 1.79 km - Hiking Contact 01819 Bahretal