Best long trails in Saar-Hunsrueck Nature Park
The natural and cultural landscape of the approximately 2000 square kilometer nature park is very diverse with its species-rich meadows, extensive forest areas, river and stream valleys and many moors. Numerous animals and plants are at home here. Whether in the sunny vineyards, the heights of the Hunsrück or the charming cultural landscapes, the nature park invites you to take long walks and hikes.
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- 4.7 (209)·Moderate·9.9 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrCertified premium hiking trail in the Saar-Hunsrück Nature Park, Saarland. This popular circular hike has many great views of the Saar loops to offer. A bell can be used to summon the ferry that takes you to the other bank of the Saar. Continue up wooden bridges and stairs, past rock formations and through the shady tranquility of the valley to the viewing platform of the treetop trail. Past the ruins of Montclair Castle, the route heads back towards Mettlach. The route leads through quiet...
- 4.6 (109)·Moderate·7 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular premium hiking trail in the Hunsrück-Hochwald National Park near Neuhütten, Rhineland-Palatinate The Dollbergschleife is a certified premium hiking trail. The trail is best known for the Celtic ring wall of Otzenhausen. On the loop, hikers experience history up close and follow in the footsteps of the Celts, smelters and charcoal burners. Start is at the parking lot at the charcoal burner's hut. Here and in the vicinity of the Celtic Park there are opportunities to stop for...
- 4.6 (102)·Moderate·7.3 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrBeautiful circular route in the border triangle. This truly breathtakingly beautiful route starts in Oberperl and offers great views of the Moselle and the valley surrounding the river. The path runs mostly through forests, but also through the typically wide hilly fields of the region. Part of the route runs along the Hammelsberg nature reserve. All in all, the path offers not only relaxation, but also a wonderful experience of nature.
- 4.5 (80)·Moderate·6.6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPromising circular hike near Merzig, Saarland. The hike begins in Besseringen and explores the inner peninsula of the Saarschleife Tafel. The path is heavily wooded and offers wonderful vantage points of the Saar and the beauty of the surrounding area. It leads past Montclair Castle, which invites you to linger in the beer garden. The second half of the hike leads along the Saar. Highlights: - St Gangolf Church - Montclair Castle - Saar loop
- 4.7 (88)·Moderate·8.7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular premium hiking trail in the Saar-Hunsrück Nature Park, Saarland. This dream loop lives up to its name - the route runs along unique rock formations. For large parts, the murmuring of nearby streams can be heard. The route leads to the "Römerburg", along Kneipp facilities, over a barefoot path, and over meadow orchards. Highlights of the hike: - Roman castle - Kneipp facilities - orchards - impressive rock formations
- 4.3 (80)·Moderate·7.5 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrCertified premium hiking trail in the Saar-Hunsrück Nature Park, Saarland. The varied Vaubansteig dream loop is named after Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban, the famous builder of the Sun King Louis XIV. Vauban built the famous Saarlouis flood fortress. The stones for this were broken in the region of today's Vaubansteig. The starting point of the hike is the Saarlouiser Gau, from where it continues along meadows and fields. Some of it is on narrow, natural paths through deep gorges and...
- 4.5 (70)·Moderate·7.3 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrCertified premium hiking trail in the Saar-Hunsrück Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate. This beautiful premium hiking trail connects historic castle complexes in the center of Freudenburg with varied landscapes, wonderful views and sandstone cliffs. It was named after King John the Blind of Bohemia, who built a castle in Freudenburg in the 14th century. Some vantage points even allow far-reaching views as far as Luxembourg and France. Premium hiking trails are certified by the Deutsches...
- 4.6 (48)·Moderate·6.9 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrDiverse dream loop in the Saar-Hunsrück Nature Park. The Traumschleife is a certified premium hiking trail that offers plenty of variety. It goes through different forest formations and across orchards. The hike runs along idyllic paths and winds over rocky ground and a network of roots. Many idyllic places invite to linger. Waters, quarries, and views are wonderfully scattered along this trail. The trail is also ideal for families with older children. The tour starts between the campsite...
- 4.1 (26)·Hard·20.5 mi·Est. 9.5–10.5 hrVaried loop in Luxembourg/France/Germany. The hike leads through the three border regions of Luxembourg, France and Germany with their eventful history and special charm. You can easily take the train to Perl station and leave from there. It goes through forests, over fields and through towns on the Moselle. In Bad Sierck and Schengen you will find restaurants and cafés to stop by. Highlights: - Museum of Europe - Castle of Schengen - Maison Berweiller - Ruins of the Château des Ducs de...
- 4.3 (40)·Moderate·7.5 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrPopular premium hiking trail in the Saar-Hunsrück Nature Park, Saarland. The Traumschleife Zwei-Täler-Weg promises plenty of variety: the route leads along narrow paths through the Black Forest high forest past imposing rock formations such as the "Hohe Fels", "Iltisfels", "Teufelsfels" and the "Eulenfels". There is also a Marian grotto and a deer enclosure. The route also includes a barefoot path. Highlights of the hike: - Rappweiler game reserve - Holzbachtal nature reserve - Kneipp...
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Information centers are located in the villages of Hermeskeil, Saargau, Weiskirchen, Wildenburg and in the Hunsrückhaus and Cloef Atrium. The nature park information center with its adventure museum is open Monday to Friday: 09:00 - 12:00 and Tuesday to Thursday: 14:00 - 16:00.
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