Winterstein (Hinteres Raubschloss)
The Winterstein is located at the back of the Saxon Switzerland National Park and is also known as Hinteres Raubschloss. It is a freestanding sandstone rock with traces of earlier buildings.
There was a small fortification on the summit in the Middle Ages. Steps carved into the rock, beam bearings and remains of walls are still visible. These remains are among the few surviving examples of medieval castle use in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains.
The ascent is via narrow paths, metal ladders and exposed rock edges. The paths are unsecured and require absolute surefootedness and a head for heights.
On reaching the top, there is a wide view over the Großer Zschand and the undeveloped forest landscape of the national park.
The location on the isolated rocky plateau makes the place particularly impressive.
Good to know
Openings
The Winterstein lookout is in principle always open.
Please note: The Winterstein Viewpoint is located in the National Park. This means that only marked paths may be used in the core zone! Fines may be imposed for violations.
Price info
There is no entrance fee to pay when visiting the Winterstein lookout.
Eligibility
for Groups
Payment methods
Contact person
Tourist-Information Seidenblumenstadt Sebnitz
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