--- title: "Three in one go" url: "https://www.saechsische-schweiz.de/en/tour/drei-auf-einen-streich-hohnstein" description: "Hohnstein/bus stop \"Eiche\" or parking lot - Napoleonschanze - Tiefer Grund - Waitzdorfer Höhe (414m) - Waitzdorfer Schänke - Dorfgrund - Tiefer Grund - Brandstufen - Brandaussicht - Hohnstein" language: "en" type: "SportsActivityLocation" image: "https://dam.destination.one/2723176/c8359a05716974377bc9b895723690842b6351a28763f00eab66a19b5e2e7eed/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Saxon Switzerland > Special > Destination.Data Details > Tour" --- GPX Share Three in one go =============== - 11.94 km long - Round trip - Difficulty: medium - Condition: medium - Great panorama - Hiking - 3:55 h - 11.94 km - 403 m - 403 m - 204 m - 413 m - 209 m - - Start: Bus stop Eiche, Hohnstein - Destination: Bus stop Eiche, Hohnstein This tour combines three wonderful views of Saxon Switzerland and sometimes even beyond! From Hohnstein, the route first leads to the Napoleonschanze, from there far down into the Tiefen Grund and then immediately climbs back up to the Waitzdorfer Höhe. After passing through the village of Waitzdorf, the route climbs up to the Brandaussicht - the balcony of Saxon Switzerland. Hohnstein/bus stop "Eiche" or parking lot - Napoleonschanze - Tiefer Grund - Waitzdorfer Höhe (414m) - Waitzdorfer Schänke - Dorfgrund - Tiefer Grund - Brandstufen - Brandaussicht - Hohnstein Read more Good to know ------------ Pavements Street (3%) Asphalt (12%) Gravel (35%) Trail (25%) Path (25%) Best to visit suitable Depends on weather - Jan - Feb - Mar - Apr - May - Jun - Jul - Aug - Sep - Oct - Nov - Dec Directions We start our hike at the **"Eiche" bus stop** in **Hohnstein** or at the parking lot of the same name. We first walk below the cemetery before turning into the paved road "Am Waldbad" (green line). We follow a slightly ascending field path, passing under a stone arch bridge, until we reach our first vantage point, the **Napoleonschanze**. A bench here invites us to take our first rest. As we ascend, we can already see the Lilienstein and Königstein Fortress; at the highest point of the Napoleonschanze, the Rauenstein, the Bärensteine and the Bastei also stand out clearly on the horizon. The Napoleonschanze (also known as "Schanzenberg") is an artificial earth embankment up to 4 meters high, which had to be built in 1813 by the inhabitants of the Hohnstein-Lohmen district under the most difficult conditions in order to secure the Napoleon road from Königstein Fortress to Stolpen Castle. One day after its completion, the French army took up position. This was followed by battles with heavy losses on both sides of the war. After Austria allied itself with the Russians and Prussians against the French and Saxon troops in August 1813, Napoleon's defeat was sealed with the Battle of Leipzig. After visiting this historic site, we turn right downhill across the meadow and turn left just before the edge of the forest. The path leads into the forest, at the next signpost we turn left towards Waitzdorf and follow the green line markings (**Ringflügelweg**). As you walk, you can see the natural regeneration of the forest in the form of young beech and spruce trees replacing their predecessors that have died due to bark beetle infestation. At the next crossroads, keep straight on (yellow line) in the direction of Waitzdorf. The Brandweg leads us in gentle serpentines down into the valley of the **Tiefen Grunds**. We cross the road and follow the Holländerweg up to **Waitzdorf**, where the scent of farming wafts into our nostrils - Galloways, sheep, horses and goats graze in the vicinity of the village of 50 inhabitants. We now take a detour to the **Waitzdorfer Höhe** (414 m), turning left at the second bench onto the Leichenweg. Once at the top, a seating area invites you to take a break. A board also shows us which mountains can be seen in the distance. The imposing Lilienstein with its striking western edge is particularly impressive, but the Zschirnsteine, Laasensteine, Kohlbornstein, Kleinhennersdorfer Stein, Gohrisch and Papststein also stand out clearly. At 722 meters above sea level, the Schneeberg is the highest point on the horizon. The descent leads along the meadow, opening up views of the Schrammstein chain. Back on the Holländerweg, we turn left. We soon reach the Holländerweg bus stop and turn right into the street "Am Dorfgrund" (Malerweg). The invites you to stop for a bite to eat. Shortly after the small pond, we turn left into the **Dorfgrund**, which leads us down steps into the Tiefen Grund. We walk down the road for approx. 300 meters before climbing steeply up the Brand steps (right, blue and red line, Malerweg) to the "Balcony of Saxon Switzerland" - the **Brandaussicht**. From the exposed viewing area, you can enjoy a panoramic view from the Schrammsteine in the east to Rathen in the west! The offers another refreshment stop. A visit to the **Blockhaus Brand national park information point** is a good idea. Interesting information about the mountains, waters and sights on display can be accessed via interactive screen presentations. You can also find out more about the Polenz Valley and its special features. The "children's corner" of the exhibition entices visitors with a foray into the world of birds. Children can learn how our native bird species are tied to very specific habitats in a playful way on the screen and with the help of animal specimens. For the short way back to Hohnstein, we follow **Brandstraße** until the green line junction, where we turn left, later pass a small pond and after a few minutes come to the path with the red line markings. Turn right here. At the next crossroads, we continue straight ahead and soon arrive back in **Hohnstein**. Via Brand- and Max-Jacob-Straße, we return to the starting point of the hike - Hohnstein Eiche. \[GPS updated 2026\] Read more Tour information - Cultural Interesting - Loop Road - Stop at an Inn - Summit - Tour with Dog Equipment Sturdy shoes are recommended. Read more Directions & Parking facilities **Getting there**From Pirna via Lohmen to Hohnstein, the parking lot is located shortly before leaving the town Read more **Parking**Parking lot "Eiche", 5 € / day, approx. 70 parking spaces Read more **Public transportation**By bus 236 or 237 from Pirna (direction Sebnitz bus station) to Eiche, Hohnstein Read more Additional information Website of the Waitzdorfer Schänke: http: Website of the Brand-Baude: https: - - , created in cooperation with the mountain rescue service - for hikes, especially through dead spruce stands Read more Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author The Waitzdorfer Höhe is grazed by Galloway cattle to ensure that these areas in the national park remain species-rich grassland in the long term. Read more Safety guidelines The tour is suitable for children and dogs, as long as they enjoy climbing up and down stairs! Take care in wet and/or slippery conditions, as there are many steps to negotiate on the tour. **Please note:** The majority of the tour runs through the **Saxon Switzerland National Park**. Here you are not allowed to leave the paths and dogs must always be kept on a lead. In the core zone (recognizable by signs in the area), only marked paths may be used. Fines may be imposed for non-compliance. Further information about the national park, for example about the that apply there and the , can be found on the national park website. Read more Nearby ------ View on map - Event - Stage/Theatre - Stage/Theatre - Stage/Theatre - Place of interest - Theatre - Souvenirs - Open-air swimming pool - Tours 5.66 km - Hiking 13.65 km - Hiking 9.94 km - Hiking Contact 01848 Hohnstein Download GPX file - -