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Malerweg packing list
Sandstone stairs, ladders, roots and repeated steep climbs demand grip and freedom of movement rather than heavy expedition kit. Use this as a practical starting point, then adjust it for the forecast, your accommodation and your own needs.
What changes on this route
Pack for the trail in front of you
Use these route-specific additions alongside the core checklist below.
Pay particular attention to
- Grip on wet sandstone and roots
- Keep hands free on steep stair and ladder sections
- Carry food above the Elbe service corridor
- Save public-transport escape options offline
For this trail
Route-specific kit
Worn or close to hand
In the pack
Only add what your trip needs