Lichtenhain waterfall

The Lichtenhain waterfall is located in the idyllic Kirnitzschtal valley near Sebnitz in Saxon Switzerland. Originally, however, the waterfall was not particularly impressive and did not meet the expectations of tourists. For this reason, the stream was dammed and an adjustable weir was built to create a more impressive waterfall. The Lichtenhain waterfall was severely damaged by heavy rainfall in July 2021 and has been virtually non-existent ever since. Before this destruction, however, the waterfall provided an impressive backdrop and was part of a picturesque hiking trail along the Kirnitzschtal valley.

The Lichtenhain waterfall as a photo spot:
ideal bad weather spot, very worth seeing in winter when it is iced over
Best time: all year round, all day
Subject: Waterfall, surrounding moss & ferns
Starting point: Lichtenhainer Wasserfall
Public transport: Kirnitzschtalbahn terminus/bus 242
Parking: Car park at Lichtenhainer Wasserfall

Auf Schusters Rappen zum Lichtenhainer Wasserfall
Wanderung von Schmilka zum Lichtenhainer Wasserfall