Caspar-David-Friedrich-Weg: Germany's most beautiful hiking trail 2025!

Caspar-David-Friedrich-Weg: Germany's most beautiful hiking trail 2025!

Germany's hiking friends have spoken: The Caspar-David-Friedrich-Weg in picturesque Saxon Switzerland was voted Germany's most beautiful hiking trail in 2025. In a public vote by the trade magazine “Wandermagazin”, the approximately 15 kilometer long circular hike beat out 20 other nominated trails in the day tour category.

The award was recently presented by Saxon Switzerland Tourism Association announced and is enjoying great response. The Caspar-David-Friedrich-Weg, which was restored on the occasion of the famous painter's 250th birthday, takes hikers from Krippen via Schöna and offers a fascinating insight into Friedrich's sources of inspiration. The route is a real highlight of the region and allows hikers to explore the lesser-known left side of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains.

An impressive hiking experience

The path begins with an initial climb over stepped forest paths and requires good shoes and sure-footedness. The rest of the route offers spectacular views of the impressive rock formations of Saxon Switzerland. Information boards along the hiking trail show which paintings and drawings inspired Caspar David Friedrich in this breathtaking landscape.

The route includes a total of twelve stations that illustrate the connection to Friedrich's art. Shortly before Schöna there is a second steep climb where ambitious hikers can enjoy the view from the Kaiserkrone (351 m) and the Zirkelstein (385 m). The last part of the hike leads over quiet streets and idyllic villages back to Krippen, where you can reward yourself with coffee and cake at the Zur Eiche inn.

Hiking opportunities for nature lovers

Saxon Switzerland offers a total of around 1,200 kilometers of marked hiking trails that lead through forests, valleys and fascinating rock formations. The diversity of the landscape is magnificent and offers over 250 hiking tours and cycle paths for every taste. Further information about the nature of the route and tips on points of interest can be found on the website saechsische-schweiz.de available.

Overall, the Caspar David Friedrich Trail is not just a hiking trail, but also a cultural experience. The excellent signage and tourist offerings make it an ideal choice for a day out in nature. Anyone looking for a combination of history, art and magnificent natural landscapes will get their money's worth here.

For all those who want to spend an unforgettable day in Saxon Switzerland, this route is a must-see. Bring enough snacks with you on the tour, because after the first section there are only restaurants in Schöna again after about 7 kilometers. Have fun discovering!