Best forest trails in Oberthal
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Explore the most popular forest trails near Oberthal with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.4 (7)·Moderate·8.7 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrHistoric circular hike in the Saar-Hunsrück Nature Park, Saarland. The Oberthaler Grenzweg leads hikers along the former Saarland border from 1920-1935. The route is well signposted and runs exclusively through the forest. Sturdy shoes are recommended - in places you walk on very natural forest paths, which can also be muddy. Highlights of the hike: - historical boundary stones - Several information boards - Losenberg - picturesque Nahe valley - Road of sculptures
- 2.9 (7)·Moderate·7.2 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Saar-Hunsrück Nature Park, Saarland. This circular trail is a good 7 kilometres long and runs mostly through dense forest. Hundreds of rare plant species such as sundew and narrow-leaved cotton grass can be discovered in the Oberthaler Bruch area, a protected lowland moorland. Highlights of the hike: - Chapel meadows - idyllic forest - Oberthaler Bruch - fish pond
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest forest trail in Oberthal?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest forest trail in Oberthal is Oberthaler Grenzweg. This trail is estimated to be 8.7 km long.
Which forest trail has the most elevation gain in Oberthal?
Oberthal: With an ascent of 311 m, Oberthaler Grenzweg has the most elevation gain of all of the forest trails in the area. The next highest ascent for forest trails is Oberthal loop trail with 216 m of elevation gain.
