Best wildlife trails in Saarbrücken
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Explore the most popular wildlife 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 (58)·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...
- 4.0 (2)·Moderate·10.6 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrVaried hiking tour around Reichenbrunn near Saarbrücken, Saarland. This trail starts in the Hirschental nature reserve and then crosses the road into the forests around Reichenbrunn. It passes several mountain peaks, including Farrenberg, Weidenberg, Hochscheid and Mittlerer Kopf. On the way back, you return to the Hirschental valley. Highlights of the tour: - Hirschental nature reserve - Farrenberg - Weidenberg
- 2.6 (3)·Hard·57.9 km·Est. 16.5–18 hrPopular running event or hike near Saarbrücken, Saarland. This route is used for an official running event, but can also be run on your own. The route offers both beautiful nature and Saarland's mining history. Highlights of the hike: - Steinbach and Netzbach valley forest reserve - Viktoria spoil tip nature reserve - "Literary thought ascent" (14 stone steps with literary quotations) - Fischbachtal sinking pond
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest wildlife trail in Saarbrücken?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest wildlife trail in Saarbrücken is Hartfuessler Trail (60 km). This trail is estimated to be 57.9 km long.
Which wildlife trail has the most elevation gain in Saarbrücken?
Saarbrücken: With an ascent of 1,741 m, Hartfuessler Trail (60 km) has the most elevation gain of all of the wildlife trails in the area. The next highest ascent for wildlife trails is Hirschental - Reichenbrunner Hügel with 390 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult wildlife trail in Saarbrücken?
The most popular and difficult wildlife trail in Saarbrücken is Hartfuessler Trail (60 km) with a 2.6-star rating from 3 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
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- Marktbrunnen
- Basilika St. Johann
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