Kuhstall

#583 among destinations in Germany

Top attraction, Arch

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The Kuhstall is the second largest natural arch in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains after the Pravčická brána. It is located on the Neuer Wildenstein, a 337 m high rock outcrop in the hinterland of Saxon Switzerland, south of the Lichtenhain Waterfall and above the Kirnitzsch valley. It is crowned by the 15th-century castle of Wildenstein. The arch is 11 metres high, 17 metres wide and 24 metres deep. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 50°55'33"N, 14°15'25"E

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SaxonyGermany

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Kuhstall – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Frienstein, Lichtenhain Waterfall, Winterstein, Kleiner Winterberg.

1.1 miSW
Climbing
Frienstein
27 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the Saxon Switzerland National Park in Germany, Frienstein stands as a formidable beacon for climbing enthusiasts. This natural rock formation, characterized by its rugged beauty and towering presence, is not just a scenic marvel but also a...
0.7 miW
Waterfall
Lichtenhain Waterfall, Sebnitz
18 min walk • The Lichtenhain Waterfall is a waterfall formed by the Lichtenhainer village brook and is situated in the Kirnitzsch Valley in the Saxon Switzerland of Germany.
1.5 miSE
Forts and castles
Winterstein
37 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Germany's Thuringian Forest lies the historic site of Winterstein, a castle that embodies the medieval charm and history of the region. This formidable structure, which dates back to the 11th century, was originally built to serve as a fortress...
1 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Kleiner Winterberg
27 min walk • Kleiner Winterberg is a hill in Saxon Switzerland.
1 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Rock
Affensteine
26 min walk • The Affensteine are a long chain of deeply fissured rocks in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains that are located east of Bad Schandau in the German region of Saxon Switzerland. They are bounded to the north by the Kirnitzsch valley, to the south by the Elb valley and in the east by the two Winterberg hills.
1 miSW
Climbing
Bloßstock
26 min walk • Bloßstock is a prominent rock and climbing peak in the Affensteinen in Saxon Switzerland. It forms the northernmost elevation of the Affensteine and is separated by a deep notch from the adjacent Kreuzturm to the south and the adjoining rock reef...

Kuhstall

Facts and practical information

Kuhstall – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Frienstein

Lichtenhain Waterfall, Sebnitz

Winterstein

Kleiner Winterberg

Affensteine

Bloßstock