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Hiking weeks in Altenberg

Hiking weeks have always been an important part of the Altenberg recreational region and everyone can find a suitable hike here.

You can also book tickets for guided tours online.

Hiking weeks in Ore Mountains......and in Altenberg

Every year, different tourist weeks take place in the Ore Mountains - in January, May, September and finally in October. There is something for everyone! All tours are circular and lead back to the starting point. Tourist weeks have long been a part of the events in Altenberg holiday region and there is a suitable hike for every tourist. The tours vary in difficulty and are led by experienced guides. Each tour offers a lot of interesting information on topics such as plants, climate or the history of sports in Altenberg. On some tours there is the possibility of refreshments, but you can still take your own backpacking lunch with you.

Discover the beautiful and varied nature of the Ore Mountains.


Spring Hiking Week 19.05.2023 - 29.05.2023

In spring, nature wakes up again after a long winter break and there is nothing better than getting out of the house and spending days in the mountains, meadows and forests. Now you can really enjoy nature.

So put on your hiking boots, pack your rucksack and head out into the countryside. Perhaps orchids and one or two other botanical treasures of our Ore Mountain landscape will soon appear at the foot of the Geisingberg and at the Galgenteichen.

8 Dates
Three Peaks Hike

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

5/19
A hike to the Bärenfels Chimes

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

5/19
Himalaya in the Eastern Ore Mountains 1/3

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

2 Dates
Hiking through the Sachsenhöhe to the beehives

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

5/21
Hike to Milešovka

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

5/21
Hike under the theme of "Weather"

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

12 Dates
Hike to Pinge as part of the Hiking Weeks

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

2 Dates
Walking tour around Geising

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

5/23
Guided hike to the blooming orchids

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

4 Dates
Hike to the lime kiln

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

3 Dates
Herb walk with Bruni

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

2 Dates
Kneipp's hike for health as part of the Hiking Weeks

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

3 Dates
Altenberg World Heritage Tour + miner's snack

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

4 Dates
Tour of the Arno Lippmann shaft

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

5/29
Walking trip to the festivities in Herklotz Mill

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.


Summer Hiking Week 04.08.2023 - 13.08.2023

The sun is high in the sky, the day is still long... Guided hikes during the Altenberg Summer Hiking Week take us into the beautiful mountain environment, always accompanied by an experienced hiking guide. We will explore the unique nature of the Altenberg recreational region. Young and adult hikers alike will find plenty to discover here. 
8 Dates
Three Peaks Hike

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

2 Dates
To run, to aim, to hit...

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

2 Dates
Guided hike to the Sawmill "Herklotzmühle"

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

2 Dates
Guided bog tour

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

12 Dates
Hike to Pinge as part of the Hiking Weeks

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

8/7
Hike up the Kahleberg for families with children

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

2 Dates
Family hike to the Pinge

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

4 Dates
Hike to the lime kiln

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

3 Dates
Herb walk with Bruni

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

2 Dates
Hiking through the Sachsenhöhe to the beehives

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

8/12
Summer hike to see the weather

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

2 Dates
Legends and tales in the mines

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

8/13
Summer excursion to the Hohen Schneeberg

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

4 Dates
Tour of the Arno Lippmann shaft

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.


Golden Autumn Hiking Week 15.09.2023 - 24.09.2023

Guided hikes invite you to enjoy the golden autumn in the Ore Mountains. There is something for everyone, short, easy tours or more demanding challenging hikes. Hiking means being in touch with nature, getting to know the local culture and doing something for your body.
8 Dates
Three Peaks Hike

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

9/15
Hiking along the historical trails in and around Schellerhau

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

9/16
Himalaya in the Eastern Ore Mountains 2/3

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

9/17
A big hike to see "the fog?"

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

12 Dates
Hike to Pinge as part of the Hiking Weeks

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

2 Dates
Walking tour around Geising

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

3 Dates
Altenberg World Heritage Tour + miner's snack

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

4 Dates
Hike to the lime kiln

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

9/20
Kohlhaukuppen Tour

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

9/21
Mushroom discovery hike with Bruni

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

2 Dates
Kneipp's hike for health as part of the Hiking Weeks

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

2 Dates
Guided hike to the Sawmill "Herklotzmühle"

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

4 Dates
Tour of the Arno Lippmann shaft

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.


Autumn Holiday hiking week 13.10.2023 – 22.10.2023

What could be nicer than a walk through the autumn forest in the Ore Mountains, enjoying the still warm sunshine and gaining new strength? All these natural beauties are to be best enjoyed on foot and in peace.
8 Dates
Three Peaks Hike

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

10/13
Hike to the Zoopark Eastern Ore Mountains

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

10/13
Sport and historical Altenberg

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

3 Dates
Altenberg World Heritage Tour + miner's snack

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

2 Dates
Guided bog tour

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

12 Dates
Hike to Pinge as part of the Hiking Weeks

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

2 Dates
Legends and tales in the mines

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

4 Dates
Hike to the lime kiln

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

2 Dates
To run, to aim, to hit...

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

3 Dates
Herb walk with Bruni

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

2 Dates
Family hike to the Pinge

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

10/21
Himalaya im Osterzgebirge 3/3

A guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.

4 Dates
Tour of the Arno Lippmann shaft

Guided hike as part of the hiking weeks.


Altenberg Hiking Weeks - The Ore Mountains are a beautiful background for trips into unspoilt nature.

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