Königstein, Urban municipality in Saxon Switzerland, Germany
Description
Königstein is a municipality in Saxon Switzerland situated on both sides of the Elbe River and surrounded by sandstone mountains and dense forests. The town sits at approximately 212 meters elevation and stretches along the river with settlements distributed across its landscape.
History
The settlement was first documented in 1379 and took its name from a Bohemian king, which is reflected in the double-tailed lion of its coat of arms. This early mention connects the municipality to the medieval history of the region between Saxony and Bohemia.
Culture
The municipality is made up of five districts - Ebenheit, Halbestadt, Hütten, Leupoldishain, and Pfaffendorf - each reflecting its own character in how residents live and spend their time. Walking through these neighborhoods, you notice how local traditions shape daily routines and community spaces.
Practical
The Dresden S-Bahn train and a dock on the Elbe River provide straightforward access and additional ways to explore the surrounding area. Visitors should keep in mind that the terrain is hilly and sturdy footwear is recommended when exploring the different neighborhoods.
Did you know?
The massive Elbe River floods of 2002 left a lasting mark on the community and prompted extensive rebuilding efforts that remain visible today. This event permanently shaped local infrastructure and community resilience.
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Königstein Fortress
1 km
Lilienstein
1.5 km
Pfaffenstein
2.3 km
Barbarine
2.4 km
Papststein
4 km
Gohrisch
3.5 km
Labyrinth
4.4 km
Königstein
830 m
Kleiner Bärenstein
3.2 km
Quirl
1.4 km
Burg Lilienstein
1.6 km
Elbe-Freizeitland
2.1 km
Stadtkirche St. Marien Königstein
87 m
Struppen Kirchberg evangelische Kirche
4.7 kmFranzosenborn
1.9 km
Sächsische Schweiz
2.3 km
Kirche Porschdorf
4.6 km
Waldfriedhof Gohrisch
3.3 km
Schloss Prossen
3.2 km
Aussichtsturm Pfaffenstein
2.3 km
Cemetery in Königstein
444 m
Apostolische Kirche
471 m
Church of the Immaculate Conception
589 m
Pfaffenstein
2.2 kmOpen-air museum of Königstein Fortress
1.1 kmVilla Heideweg 90
1.8 km
Cannon
744 mVilla in Hanglage, mit Stützmauer Pladerberg 2
558 m
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