Falkenstein, Mountain summit in Bad Schandau, Germany
The Falkenstein rises 381 meters above sea level within the Schrammsteine mountain range, featuring steep sandstone cliffs and natural outcrops.
The mountain holds traces of medieval fortifications from the 14th century, when local rulers constructed defensive structures on its peak.
The Falkenstein serves as a reference point for German mountaineering traditions, with numerous documented climbing routes established since the 1800s.
Visitors can access the summit through marked hiking trails starting from Bad Schandau, with dedicated parking areas at the base of the mountain.
The mountain contains over 100 different climbing routes varying in technical difficulty, making it a central location for Saxon Switzerland rock climbing.
Location: Bad Schandau
Elevation above the sea: 381.2 m
Part of: Schrammsteine
GPS coordinates: 50.91709,14.19924
Latest update: May 12, 2025 14:06
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