Three-Stones-Route

Bad Schandau - Täppichtsteig - Hans-Förster-Weg - Balzweg - Heidepromenade - Heideweg - Potatschketal - Königstein

The Three-Stones-Route leads from Bad Schandau via Kleinhennersdorf to Königstein and passes along three table mountains: Kleinhennersdorfer Stein, Papststein, and Gohrisch. Due to the many stairways and steps that must be mastered when crossing the Gohrisch and the Papststein (Variant 2), the hike is classified as difficult. Especially in winter, the metal steps or snow-covered rock steps can be very slippery. Ice grips can be rented at the Aktiv Zentrum in Bad Schandau.

The first section leads from Bad Schandau up the Täppichtsteig and then across wide fields and meadows to the Kleinhennersdorfer Stein. Upon reaching Kleinhennersdorf, the striking Schrammsteine rise up. The view of the Schrammsteine is phenomenal! From a distance, the majestic rocks appear even more imposing. Directly below the Kleinhennersdorfer Stein is a wildlife enclosure. The young animals are curious and unafraid. However, feeding them is not allowed.

Next begins the ascent to the Papststein, the second table mountain on this route. The first meters go steeply up through the forest. Then a beautiful ridge path begins with a stunning view of Papstdorf and the surrounding area. At the summit is the rustic Bergwirtschaft Papststein – the stop for refreshment is worth it! After descending from the Papststein, the path goes directly opposite back up to the Gohrisch. Through narrow rock crevices, the path leads up to the summit. After half an hour, you first reach the distinctive pavilion and can enjoy a wonderful view there. From here, you should definitely walk to the other end of the Gohrisch to the weather vane. Not only the path there is worthwhile. The view is breathtaking – the Pfaffenstein, Königstein Fortress, and Lilienstein lie at your feet! Towards the end of the route, you now head toward Pfaffenstein; the path leads downhill all the way to Königstein.

With the S-Bahn, you can then quickly and comfortably return to Bad Schandau, the starting point of the route.