Wheelchair tour "From the Kirnitzschtal to the Wild Meadow"

1:05 h
3.95 km
115 m
116 m
147 m
263 m
116 m
Start: Parking lot Nasser Grund, Kirnitzschtal
Destination: Parking lot Nasser Grund, Kirnitzschtal

On this centrally located meadow below the rugged rock massif of the Schrammsteine, the national park was opened in 1991. At the economic huts on the edge of the wild meadow, there is a fire pit.

The route leads on a wide, well-drivable forest road (partly mineral surface, partly asphalt) from the Kirnitzschtal to one of the most beautiful spots in the Hintere Sächsische Schweiz. Initially moderately ascending, there are gradients of up to 10% to be managed before the peak of the route, so assistance from accompanying persons is recommended.

Pavements

Unknown (1%)

Asphalt (43%)

Gravel (56%)

Best to visit

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Directions

After the bridge over the Kirnitzsch at the mouth of the Nasser Grund, we follow the well-developed track through the valley, continuously ascending. Passing the junctions of Eulentilke and Reitsteig/Jordanweg, we keep going straight ahead. From the second junction onward, the path becomes steeper. Until we reach the wild meadow, gradients of up to about 10% must be overcome here. We use the same path back.

Alternatively, we can also hike via the Wenzelweg into the Zahnsgrund and further (on the road) to Postelwitz. This option is described in the wheelchair tour "Around the Hohe Liebe".

Directions & Parking facilities

From Pirna, drive via the B172 through Königstein towards Bad Schandau. Upon arriving in Bad Schandau, cross the Elbe and turn left at the first street behind the marketplace towards Hinterhermsdorf. Through the Kirnitzschtal to the parking lot Nasser Grund.

Parking lot Nasser Grund (paid)

Arrival/ Departure:

to Pirna by S-Bahn S1

then

Bus line 241 or Kirnitzschtalbahn to "Nasser Grund"

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Additional information

The hike can optionally be combined or extended with the wheelchair tours "Around the Hohe Liebe" or "Through the Affensteine".

Author´s Tip / Recommendation of the author

The route can also be completed with a handbike, as the paths (including the continuation to Zahnsgrund) are all integrated into the national park's cycling route network.

Safety guidelines

Please note: in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, only marked trails may be used in the core zone! Fines may be imposed for non-compliance.

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