Lilienstein
The only table mountain on the right bank of the Elbe, facing Königstein Fortress across the river, with a summit overlooking the great bend of the Elbe.
The Lilienstein rises to about 415 metres and is the iconic table mountain of Saxon Switzerland. It is also the only one on the right bank of the Elbe. On the summit stands an obelisk erected in 1708 to commemorate Augustus the Strong's ascent. A path along the edge of the plateau offers views of Königstein Fortress, the great bend of the Elbe and, in the distance, the Schrammstein rock formations. The usual approach is to take a ferry from Königstein across the river to Halbestadt, then hike for about an hour to the top, with iron ladders and steep steps on the final stretch. Entry is free all day, and there is a seasonal restaurant at the summit.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Königstein Fortress
- Pfaffenstein & Barbarine
- Bastei Bridge, Saxon Switzerland
- Felsenbühne Rathen
- Schwedenlöcher & Amselsee
- Brand Viewpoint
- Hohnstein Castle
- Bad Schandau & Historic Lift