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·5.8 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular loop 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. No commercial use is made of the raw material wood. 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 parking lot on Neuhauser Weg, for...
- 4.3 (57)·Moderate·4.5 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Saarbrücken State Forest, Saarland A really beautiful loop through the "jungle on the outskirts of the city". The starting point is near the Seeblick restaurant (refreshments available), from where the route initially follows the Fischbach in a north-easterly direction. Varied paths lead through dense coniferous and mixed deciduous forests, the idyllic Netzbach valley and past some picturesque water bodies such as the Katzenweiher and Netzbachweiher. Highlights of...
- 3.7 (23)·Moderate·5.9 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrBeautiful loop 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·4.6 mi·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 starts at the Phillipsborn hunting lodge parking lot - this is also where the primeval forest information center is located. The route continues to the Gouvys and Steinbach ponds and Little Fuji. The special...
- 4.0 (2)·Moderate·6.6 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrVersatile hiking tour around Reichenbrunn near Saarbrücken, Saarland. This path begins in the Hirschental nature reserve and then leads across the road into the forests around Reichenbrunn. It passes several mountain peaks, including Farrenberg, Weidenberg, Hochscheid and Mittlerer Kopf. On the way back it goes back to the Hirschental. Highlights of the tour: - Hirschental nature reserve - Farrenberg - Weidenberg
- 2.6 (3)·Hard·36 mi·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 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 36.0 mi long.
Which wildlife trail has the most elevation gain in Saarbrücken?
Saarbrücken: With an ascent of 5,711 ft, 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 1,279 ft 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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