--- title: "Schmilka National Park Information Center" url: "https://www.saechsische-schweiz.de/en/poi/nationalpark-infostelle-schmilka" description: "This small information point of the Saxon Switzerland National Park is located in the former forester's lodge on the outskirts of Schmilka, in the direction of Großer Winterberg. The exhibition is dedicated to rock climbing in the region and the question of how this traditional sport can be practised in harmony with nature conservation.The exhibition focuses on the developments of the past decades, the voluntary commitment of many climbers and the importance of rock-friendly and nature-friendly behavior. The information point shows that the relationship between climbing and protected areas was discussed early on among mountaineers - partly out of conviction, partly at the instigation of the authorities.The exhibition is aimed at climbers, hikers and nature lovers alike and provides practical insights into the sensitive coexistence of people and nature in the national park." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/3459178/27cd7791b7c7aafa05eb0816f078b383a298ceb7ae854ca9be34d28c7df30120/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Saxon Switzerland > Special > Destination.Data Details > Points of Interest" --- Share Schmilka National Park Information Center ========================================= - Information desk in national park Abgenutzte, graue Wanderschuhe hängen an einem Holzstamm. Information wall on the fence in front of the Saxon Switzerland National Park information point with texts and pictures about nature. House with red roof and yellow walls, number 53, next to information stand. Information point in the old forester's lodge - with exciting insights into rock climbing, nature conservation and the coexistence of man and nature. This small information point of the Saxon Switzerland National Park is located in the former forester's lodge on the outskirts of Schmilka, in the direction of Großer Winterberg. The exhibition is dedicated to rock climbing in the region and the question of how this traditional sport can be practised in harmony with nature conservation. The exhibition focuses on the developments of the past decades, the voluntary commitment of many climbers and the importance of rock-friendly and nature-friendly behavior. The information point shows that the relationship between climbing and protected areas was discussed early on among mountaineers - partly out of conviction, partly at the instigation of the authorities. The exhibition is aimed at climbers, hikers and nature lovers alike and provides practical insights into the sensitive coexistence of people and nature in the national park. Read more Good to know ------------ Openings April daily 10:00 - 16:00 May to September daily 10:00 - 18:00 october daily 10:00 - 16:00 Dayoff: Closed all holidays Read more Price info free of charge Read more General information - Bus stop available Payment methods Entrance Free Directions & Parking facilities Easily accessible by public transport. Bus route: 252 Bus stop: Schmilka border crossing Footpath approx.: 5 minutes Saxon Switzerland Train line S1 Meißen-Bad Schandau Stop: Schmilka-Hirschmühle Footpath approx.: 3 minutes to the Elbe ferry, then crossing to Schmilka, 5 minutes to the destination Read more This content has been partially or completely optimised or created by AI.* Our recommendations ------------------- View on map - Information desk in national park - Information centre in national park - Information desk in national park Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Food - Guided tour/sightseeing - Guided tour/sightseeing - Place of interest - Information desk in national park - Information desk in national park - Information desk in national park - Tours 5.32 km - Hiking 8.28 km - Hiking 451.47 km - Cycling Contact Schmilka 53 01814 Bad Schandau - OT Schmilka