Best lake trails in Saarbrücken
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Explore the most popular lake trails near Saarbrücken with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.7 (83)·Moderate·9.3 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular circular route in the Steinbachtal-Netzbachtal forest reserve, Saarland. In the immediate vicinity of Saarbrücken, the "primeval forest at the gates of the city" is growing in the nature reserve and green heart of the Saar coal forest. Here, the raw material wood is not utilised commercially at all. The route runs along the Netzbach stream and past several beautiful ponds. The loop through the "primeval forest at the gates of the city" can be started from the car park on Neuhauser...
- 4.3 (57)·Moderate·7.2 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular hike in the Saarbrücken state forest, Saarland A truly wonderful loop through the "primeval forest at the gates of the city". The starting point is near the Seeblick restaurant (refreshments available), from where the route initially follows the Fischbach stream in a north-easterly direction. Varied paths lead through dense coniferous and mixed deciduous forests, the idyllic Netzbach valley and past some picturesque bodies of water such as the Katzenweiher and Netzbachweiher...
- 3.7 (23)·Moderate·9.5 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrBeautiful circular route in Saarland Start is the parking lot near the hunting lodge Philippsborn. It is just pure nature on this hike the hustle and bustle of everyday life can be forgotten. Muddy sections of the trail and fallen trees should be expected, especially on the Netzbach, which has been left in its natural state with its swampy swampy forests. There is a family-friendly rest stop on the east bank of the Netzbachweiher. Highlights: - beautiful nature - Forest information center...
- 4.1 (14)·Moderate·7.4 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrExciting, varied hiking trail in the Steinbachtal/Netzbachtal forest reserve, Saarland. The over 1000 hectare "primeval forest at the gates of the city" of Saarbrücken is located in the "European Natural Heritage Saar Coal Forest", a bird sanctuary and wilderness area. The tour begins at the Phillipsborn hunting lodge car park - this is also the location of the primeval forest information centre. The route continues to the Gouvys and Steinbach ponds and Little Fuji. The special atmosphere...
- 3.9 (10)·Hard·31.2 km·Est. 9–10 hrThis physically demanding route follows the course of the legendary Hartfüßler Trail, diving deep into the industrial history of the Saarland. The path explores the extensive Saarkohlenwald forest north of Saarbrücken, following a diverse mixture of narrow single trails, steep slag heap climbs, and winding forest paths. A central highlight is ascending the prominent mining heaps, such as Halde Lydia, which offer spectacular 360-degree views across the Saarland and into France. In the...
- 4.7 (16)·Moderate·13.8 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular circular hike in the Bliesgau biosphere reserve, Saarland. The Bliesgau oil loop trail can be started at the Kappelberg hiking car park, for example. The hike, which otherwise has a beautiful route, leads along a country road for around 300 metres. The route is not marked, which is why GPS navigation is advisable. Highlights of the hike: - Oil mill at Hartungshof - Birzberg nature reserve - idyllic Blies valley
- 4.6 (8)·Moderate·13.4 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular running event near Saarbrücken, Saarland. This is the 14 km route of the annual "Hartfüßler Trail" running event (as of 2014). Other distances are the 7.5, 30 and 58 km routes. More details can be found on the event website (see "Tips"). Highlights of the route: - Berghalde Viktoria nature reserve - Frommersbach sinking pond - Püttlingen city forest
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest lake trail in Saarbrücken?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Saarbrücken is Saarland Cycle Route - Trekking Bike, Wine and Wellness. This trail is estimated to be 350.7 km long.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Saarbrücken?
Saarbrücken: With an ascent of 7,114 m, Saarland Cycle Route - Trekking Bike, Wine and Wellness has the most elevation gain of all of the lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Saarland-Radweg (Radfernweg) with 7,114 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult lake trail in Saarbrücken?
The most popular and difficult lake trail in Saarbrücken is Hartfüßler Trail 30km with a 3.9-star rating from 10 reviews.
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- Gouvysweiher
- Kleiner Fuji
- Luitpoldbrunnen
- Theaterschiff Maria-Helena
- St. Johanner Markt
- Thiel's Eck
- Netzbachweiher
- Kreisständehaus
- Campingplatz „Am Spicherer Berg“
- Jagdschloss Philippsborn
- Saar
- Andachtsplatz
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- Felsenbrunnen
- Keltenburg
- Saar
- Marktbrunnen
- Basilika St. Johann
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