Best forest trails in Nittel

This route follows the third stage of the Moselsteig and connects Nittel with Konz along a geologically fascinating stretch between the Saar and Mosel rivers. The hike is notable for the steep limestone cliffs of the Nitteler Felsen Nature Reserve, which were formed over 200 million years ago by the Triassic Sea and today offer impressive insights into the Earth’s history. A botanical highlight near the route is the orchid meadow with its rare wildflowers, before the trail leads down through...

This route is named after the Nitteler Felsen with its light limestone walls between green vineyards. It conveys a Mediterranean ambience and offers wide views of the Moselle valley. It is particularly beautiful here in spring, because in addition to the view, the sight of orchids that bloom along the way in the two Palatinate nature reserves "Nitteler Fels" and "Langheck". How to get there: Take the A8 to the Perl exit and from there take the B419 north to Nittel. Parking: At the Nittel...