Treasures to be discovered! The mountain church in Seiffen is a wonderful treasure. And thanks to the industrious toy makers who have recreated it millions of times, the little church is known on almost every continent. The "Saigerhütte" museum ensemble is also of very special value; it has been part of the "UNESCO World Heritage Erzgebirge/Krušnohoří Mining Region" since 2019. And since 2024, the artworks "Twister Again" and "Plywood" can be admired at the beginning or end of the stage in Seiffen and Olbernhau on the occasion of the European Capital of Culture Chemnitz 2025.
The Kammweg leads directly past the mountain church in Seiffen. The octagonal structure of the mountain church is strongly reminiscent of the Frauenkirche in Dresden. It is worth taking a look inside. It's hard to believe that this small church can seat almost 500 people. We walk further up to the ski lift. After a steep ascent, we reach the Wettinhöhe through a hollow in the valley. Thank goodness there is a wonderful rest area at the top. For the next three kilometers, we hike comfortably through mixed forest. The view widens and we come to the small cemetery in Hirschberg. We follow the asphalt road downhill until we cross the Flöha. Then a bit of fitness is required. On the other side of the road, the Kammweg leads steeply uphill to the Zechenweg. After a large loop in the coniferous forest, we reach the mountain church in Oberneuschönberg, high above the Flöha valley. The foundation stone for this massive church was laid in 1692 and it is still very well preserved today. Soon the last treasure awaits - perhaps the most impressive for today. The "Saigerhütte" museum complex is the only one of its kind in the world. The name comes from Saigern, a revolutionary smelting process at the time for desilvering raw copper. The ensemble comprises over 20 historic buildings. Now you are spoiled for choice. There is a lot to experience and marvel at here!
Milestones: Seiffen toy village with round church - Reicheltberg - Mühlenweg - Wettinweg - Hirschberg - Zechenweg - Tiefer Grund - Oberneuschönberg mountain church - Saigerhütte monument complex
