Best river trails in Saarbrücken
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Explore the most popular river 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 (81)·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...
- 4.1 (22)·Moderate·18.7 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrPopular bike tour on the Saar, Germany/France. This cross-border route, lined with small forests and pretty towns, leads from Saarbrücken to Sarreguemines (Saargemünd), France. The start is at the parking lot near the Karstadt bus stop in Saarbrücken. It goes along the banks of the beautiful Saar, which is also a border river in some places. The Saar Coal Canal, which connected the two cities in the 19th century through deliveries of iron ore and coal, is interesting. This has become a...
- 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...
- 3.5 (22)·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...
- 3.6 (16)·Easy·2.6 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrThis is the official tour of Saarland Tourism. It takes you to the important historical sites in Saarbrücken city centre. Along the way are many buildings by the baroque master builder Friedrich Joachim Stengel, who had a decisive influence on the cityscape in the 18th century. Highlights: - St Johann Market - Ludwigskirche Saarbrücken - Schlossplatz with Saarbrücken Castle - Castle church - Saarbrücken City Gallery - The old bridge
- 4.5 (13)·Moderate·25.3 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrPopular hike or cycle tour on the Saar, Saarland. This route follows the Saar from Saarbrücken in a southerly direction. The tour can be shortened by turning round earlier than suggested or by taking the train back to Saarbrücken from Saarbrücken-Güdingen station, for example. Highlights of the route: - Views of the Saar - Saarbrücken
- 4.1 (13)·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...
- 4.0 (17)·Moderate·8.2 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrThis varied route combines the urban life of the Saarland capital with the natural tranquillity of the banks of the Saar. The trail leads from the popular riverside promenade of the Saarbrücken town centre upstream into the wide St. Arnualer Wiesen meadows. The route runs along a combination of tarmac promenade paths and near-natural paths that lead through the wide floodplain landscape. A key highlight is the contrast between the lively hustle and bustle of the Staden and the tranquillity of...
- 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
- 3.8 (7)·Moderate·7.4 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrBeautiful walk through the German-French Garden in Saarbrücken, Saarland. This walk can be reached by bus and train (Saarbrücken railway station). For those travelling by car, there are parking facilities at the starting point. There are also refreshment stops in Saarbrücken. The route is therefore ideal as an excursion from Saarbrücken and the surrounding area. Highlights of the hike: - Beautiful and shady forest paths in the German-French Garden - Pedal boating in the Deutschmühlenweiher...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in Saarbrücken?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Saarbrücken is Saarland Cycle Route - Trekking Bike, Wine and Wellness. This trail is estimated to be 350.7 km long.
Which river 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 river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is Saarland-Radweg (Radfernweg) with 7,114 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in Saarbrücken?
The most popular and difficult river trail in Saarbrücken is Saarbrücken - Sarreguemines - St.Ingbert with a 4.0-star rating from 2 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
- Saar
- Felsenbrunnen
- Keltenburg
- Saar
- Marktbrunnen
- Basilika St. Johann
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