The Bärenstein, one of the prominent peaks in the Ore Mountains, invites visitors with its picturesque views and tranquil atmosphere. Especially in winter, this place reveals a unique charm. The summit offers an unforgettable view of snow-covered forests, gently nestled valleys, and the charming villages of the region. The image showcases the iconic cross on … Read more
The forest ridge village Königswalde. In the background, the 898-meter-high Bärenstein and the 1,215-meter-high Fichtelberg in the Ore Mountains.
The Bohemian Ore Mountains are always worth a visit. It is much more untouched than the German part. A magnificent view can be enjoyed from the 924-meter-high Medvědí skála (Bärenstein, also known as Bernsteinberg). This mountain will also be part of the book about viewpoints and outlooks in the Ore Mountains.
The nearly 900-meter-high Bärenstein is a popular hiking destination in the Ore Mountains. We will also detail this hiking region on our site. From the upper circular trail, there is a very good view towards the south, of the 1,000-meter peaks of the Ore Mountains, of which there are over 30.
The Erzgebirge invites you to hike. The nature is blooming, temperatures are moderate, and the visibility is excellent. If you don’t have any plans for this or next week, you should head to the Erzgebirge – the mountains and valleys are waiting for you!
The landscape is still relatively bare, but the first trees are starting to bloom and turn green. In the ridge regions of the Kammland Erzgebirge, it takes a bit longer for the greenery to fully establish. During a short hike from the Cranzahl reservoir up to the 898-meter-high Bärensteiner Berg, the elevation difference became very … Read more
Today, autumn once again showed its best side. The special feature in the ridge areas is always the mist that drifts through the mountains. Thus, both the 898-meter-high Bärenstein and the 1,097-meter-high Wirbelstein (Meluzína) were enveloped in a misty veil.