Best historic site trails in Kirkel
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Explore the most popular historic site trails near Kirkel 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 (107)·Moderate·5.2 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular premium hiking trail near Kirkel, Saarland. A relaxed loop through the forest, mainly along natural paths. The highlight of this certified premium hiking trail are the bizarrely beautiful rock formations. It is possible to stop off at the Naturfreundehaus. The walk is particularly impressive in winter, when icicles make the rocks appear even more enchanted. Highlights of the hike: - impressive rock formations (red sandstone banks, pulpits and caves) - natural paths - Kirkel
- 4.7 (51)·Moderate·2.3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly loop in the Bliesgau biosphere reserve, Saarland. This hike explores the forest and rock formations in the Taubental nature reserve and also leads to the highlights of the "Kirkeler Tafeltour". It is possible to travel by train to Kirkel station. There are refreshment stops in the village. Highlights of the hike: - Kirkeler "Wasserfelsen" ("water rock") - Frauenbrunnen fountain - Geological nature trail - "Unglücksfelsen"("Misfortune rock") - "Sonnendach" ("Sun Roof") - Red...
- 4.5 (9)·Moderate·1.9 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly loop in the Bliesgau biosphere reserve. Start is at the Naturfreundehaus car park. It is nice to stop off here after the tour. The hike is never boring - it leads to mystical springs, a marble run and the water rock, where dripping water flows down without stopping and forms metre-long icicles in winter. Highlights: - Marble run - Women's fountain - Water rock
- 4.8 (18)·Moderate·4.1 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular, varied hiking trail in the Taubertal nature reserve, Saarland. This circular hiking trail begins at Kirkel and first leads over the Frauenbrunnen and around the Taubertal nature reserve. On the way back you can enjoy the view from the Höllerburg vantage point before making a stop at Kirkel Castle. Highlights of the hike: - Geological nature trail - Unglücksfelsen - Drachenkopf with Ice Teeth - Sun canopy - Hollerkanzel and Hollerlöcher - Kirkel water rock - Kirkeler Castle
- 4.6 (9)·Moderate·5.6 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrRelaxed loop in the Saarland. Start at the car park at the central cemetery. The varied circular route leads through beautiful mixed woodland and to the idyllic Gutshofweiher pond with playground. It is perfect for a family outing with a dog. The walk can also be reached by bus (NVG line 305 from Neunkirchen (Saar) main station to the Furpach Zentralfriedhof stop. Highlights: - Erlen ("Alder") fountain - Historical boundary stones - Furpach pond with park and estate
- 4.5 (3)·Easy·2.3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrBeautiful loop in the Bliesgau biosphere reserve, Saarland. The hike always leads through the forest, offering cooling shade in summer. It leads to the legendary "Frauenbrunnen" ("Women's well"), a spring that was probably visited by Celts, Romans and knights! Bizarre, weather-washed rock formations also create a particularly mythical atmosphere. The start is at the car park at the Naturfreundehaus in Kirkel. Stopping off here after the walk is possible. The hike is signposted throughout...
- 5.0 (3)·Moderate·7.8 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrIdyllic loop in the Bliesgau biosphere reserve, Saarland. A relaxed loop through shady forests and along idyllic stream valleys and ponds. The route is mostly on easy, wide forest paths. The route is signposted with a brown circle and white lettering on a brown background. A long break can be taken at the "UHU-Brunnen" ("UHU fountain"). A hut with outdoor seating and a pond has been set up here by the "Bund für Vogelschutz" ("Association for bird conservation"). The start is at the car...
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·5.1 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrBeautiful loop in the Bliesgau biosphere reserve. A varied circular route around the village of "Altstadt". It goes across fields, through forests and parts of the village. The start is at the sports club. There is a refreshment stop nearby. If travelling by public transport, the bus to the "Altstadt Schillerstraße" stop can be taken. Highlights: - View of the bell tower - Information boards
- 3.1 (2)·Easy·4 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrHistorical theme trail in the Bliesgau biosphere reserve, Saarland. This hike leads through the learning and experience location in Kirkel Forest. Numerous military positions were built here during the German war of aggression against France. An accompanying app provides access to historical information about the installations. The route is marked throughout. The tour starts at the Turnerheim car park. Right next to it is the Pfälzerwaldhaus, which is open at weekends and on...
- 3.0 (1)·Moderate·9.5 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular hike near Kirkel, Saarland. This route starts at Limbach station. The path leads through fields to the Taubental nature reserve. Later you pass the "Bedeener Biotop" protected area, where there is a lookout tower. Highlights of the hike: - Completed biotope - Taubental nature reserve - Kirkel ------------------------------ Accessible by bus and train
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest historic site trail in Kirkel?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest historic site trail in Kirkel is Limbacher Runde over the Hoher Kopf and Gengelsberg. This trail is estimated to be 9.5 mi long.
Which historic site trail has the most elevation gain in Kirkel?
Kirkel: With an ascent of 1,263 ft, Würzbach Runde has the most elevation gain of all of the historic site trails in the area. The next highest ascent for historic site trails is Limbacher Runde over the Hoher Kopf and Gengelsberg with 1,056 ft of elevation gain.