On the Königsweg

The path can be walked in both directions. Starting at Weesenstein Castle, which can be reached on foot from Weesenstein station in ten minutes, there is initially a steep climb up to the remains of the former belvedere. From the small, two-story little castle, which once housed a ballroom and the residence of the electoral hunter, only the foundations remain today. The path then continues to Meusegast to a viewpoint at the edge of the forest with views over the Ore Mountains foothills and into Saxon Switzerland. At the destination, the Baroque Garden Großsedlitz invites you to stroll. For the return journey, the Heidenau-Großsedlitz S-Bahn stop is recommended, which can be reached on foot via a hiking trail in 20 minutes.

Sturdy footwear is practical. 

Weesenstein Castle: from Dresden A17 interchange Pirna; continue towards Glashütte; follow signs or B 172 towards Pirna/Saxon Switzerland, turnoff Altenberg in Heidenau, follow signs

Baroque Garden Großsedlitz: A17 exit Heidenau; to B172 and continue towards Bad Schandau. In Heidenau follow signs and turn right to Baroque Garden Großsedlitz or follow signs from B172 coming from Dresden in Heidenau or Pirna

Parking lot Weesenstein Castle or parking lot Großsedlitz

Arrival and departure:

Müglitztalbahn stop Weesenstein: timetable

S-Bahn S1 or S2 stop Heidenau-Großsedlitz

More information on the Königsweg

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Those who wish to visit several castles, fortresses, and gardens should consider purchasing the SchlösserlandKARTE.

This is a rather easy route. Accessible all year round.

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