Balcony of Saxon Switzerland with Mining Lodge on the Malerweg and National Park Information Point
"Balcony of Saxon Switzerland" is the popular name for the Brandaussicht. The rock massif, which probably got its name after a forest fire, drops almost vertically here and creates a natural viewing platform high above the Polenztal valley. The breathtaking 180-degree panoramic view over the front and back of Saxon Switzerland with the imposing Table Mountains on the horizon is truly impressive!
There has been a mountain hut at this location for around 200 years. When Saxon Switzerland became fashionable as a holiday destination during the Romantic period, wandering artists in search of inspiration created the "Malerweg". This also led to the Brand, which became one of the most popular viewpoints in the region.
The Brand is ideally located for exploring the national park. Thanks to its proximity to excursion highlights such as the mysterious Gautschgrotte, the romantic Polenztal, the wild Schindergraben or the tranquil Hohnstein with its castle and Max Jacob Theatre, a variety of compact hikes are possible from here or with a stopover on the Brand.
The National Park information point "Blockhaus" is located directly at the viewpoint.
Hiking tips:
Winter hike "Zur Brandaussicht"
There has been a mountain hut at this location for around 200 years. When Saxon Switzerland became fashionable as a holiday destination during the Romantic period, wandering artists in search of inspiration created the "Malerweg". This also led to the Brand, which became one of the most popular viewpoints in the region.
The Brand is ideally located for exploring the national park. Thanks to its proximity to excursion highlights such as the mysterious Gautschgrotte, the romantic Polenztal, the wild Schindergraben or the tranquil Hohnstein with its castle and Max Jacob Theatre, a variety of compact hikes are possible from here or with a stopover on the Brand.
The National Park information point "Blockhaus" is located directly at the viewpoint.
Hiking tips:
- To the Brandaussicht, the "balcony" of Saxon Switzerland
- Wheelchair tour from Hohnstein to the Brandaussicht
- von Hohnstein-Brand-bis Altendorf (Malerweg stage 3)
- Winter hike "Zur Brandaussicht"
- Gautschgrottenroute
Winter hike "Zur Brandaussicht"
- Gautschgrottenroute
