Hahnenbachtal Loop
100% of reviewers say this trail is moderate
6.2miLength
1,250ftElevation gain
3–3.5hrEstimated time
Loop
Certified premium hiking trail through the Hahnenbach Valley near Bundenbach, Rhineland-Palatinate
The Hahnenbachtal Tour is a certified premium hiking trail. It offers hikers a route through numerous forest areas, across meadows and along various bodies of water. Every now and then you pass smaller towns with local, cultural and historical sights
Highlights:
- Hiking through the Hahnenbach Valley
- Certified hiking pleasure
- Beautiful forest and meadow paths
- Schmidtburg
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Top sights
Großer Burgbrunnen
Spring
Forellenteich
Pond
Hahnenbach
River
Verteidigungsturm
Ruins
Naturcamp Schmidtburg
Campsite
Grube Herrenberg
Attraction
Schutzhütte
Picnic site
Ruine Hellkirch
Ruins
Keltensiedlung Altburg
Archaeological site
Schmidtburg
Castle
Trekkingcamp Schmidtburg
Campsite
Backhaus
Ruins
Bergfried Oberburg
Ruins
Wirtschaftsgebäude
Ruins
Nordturm
Ruins
Verteidigungsstellung
Ruins
Burgmannenhaus IV
Ruins
Burgmannenhaus II
Ruins
Hörtrichter
Attraction
Schleifmühle Götzenau
Ruins
Schumbespuhl
Pond
Wohnhaus
Ruins
Zwischenbau
Ruins
Marstall
Ruins
Kleiner Stall
Ruins
Burgmannenhaus VI
Ruins
Kapelle
Ruins
Burgmannenhaus V
Ruins
Burgmannenhaus III
Ruins
"Neuer Stall"
Ruins
Zisterne
Ruins
Große Scheune
Ruins
Keller
Ruins
Palas
Ruins
Burgmannenhaus I
Ruins
Stall
Ruins
Schmiede
Ruins
Treppenturm
Ruins
Top sights
Großer Burgbrunnen
Spring
Forellenteich
Pond
Hahnenbach
River
Verteidigungsturm
Ruins
Naturcamp Schmidtburg
Campsite
Grube Herrenberg
Attraction
Schutzhütte
Picnic site
Ruine Hellkirch
Ruins
Keltensiedlung Altburg
Archaeological site
Schmidtburg
Castle
Trekkingcamp Schmidtburg
Campsite
Backhaus
Ruins
Bergfried Oberburg
Ruins
Wirtschaftsgebäude
Ruins
Nordturm
Ruins
Verteidigungsstellung
Ruins
Burgmannenhaus IV
Ruins
Burgmannenhaus II
Ruins
Hörtrichter
Attraction
Schleifmühle Götzenau
Ruins
Schumbespuhl
Pond
Wohnhaus
Ruins
Zwischenbau
Ruins
Marstall
Ruins
Kleiner Stall
Ruins
Burgmannenhaus VI
Ruins
Kapelle
Ruins
Burgmannenhaus V
Ruins
Burgmannenhaus III
Ruins
"Neuer Stall"
Ruins
Zisterne
Ruins
Große Scheune
Ruins
Keller
Ruins
Palas
Ruins
Burgmannenhaus I
Ruins
Stall
Ruins
Schmiede
Ruins
Treppenturm
Ruins
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Experience this 6.2-mile loop trail near Bundenbach, Rhineland-Palatine. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 6 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
What is the expected weather this week for Hahnenbachtal Loop?
Expected weather for Hahnenbachtal Loop for the next 5 days is:
- Thu, September 24 - 70 degrees/clear
- Fri, September 25 - 77 degrees/clear
- Sat, September 26 - 76 degrees/clear
- Sun, September 27 - 82 degrees/clear
- Mon, September 28 - 80 degrees/clear
Where is Hahnenbachtal Loop located?
Hahnenbachtal Loop is a trail located in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park.
How hard is Hahnenbachtal Loop?
Hahnenbachtal Loop is considered a moderate hike that covers 6.2 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,250 ft. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
What is the elevation gain for Hahnenbachtal Loop?
Hahnenbachtal Loop is considered a moderate hike that covers 6.2 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,250 ft. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Moderate trails often feature gradual climbs or obstacles like rocks or roots.
Is Hahnenbachtal Loop a loop?
Hahnenbachtal Loop is a loop trail that covers 6.2 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,250 ft. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
How long is Hahnenbachtal Loop?
Hahnenbachtal Loop is a loop trail that covers 6.2 mi, with an elevation gain of 1,250 ft. It takes about 3–3.5 hr to complete. Loop trails have the same starting point and endpoint. You'll follow a single route without retracing your steps.
Are dogs allowed on Hahnenbachtal Loop?
Dogs may be allowed on Hahnenbachtal Loop. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
When is the best time of year to hike Hahnenbachtal Loop?
Hahnenbachtal Loop is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
How busy is Hahnenbachtal Loop?
According to trailgoers, Hahnenbachtal Loop is usually busy. Hahnenbachtal Loop is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
Are there rivers at Hahnenbachtal Loop?
Yes, Hahnenbachtal Loop is near Hahnenbach.
Is camping allowed at Hahnenbachtal Loop?
Camping is allowed on Hahnenbachtal Loop in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park. Camping accommodations vary, and can include campsites, dispersed camping, huts, or in-town accommodations. You should always double check if a permit is required.
Is there birding at Hahnenbachtal Loop?
Yes, trailgoers have said that Hahnenbachtal Loop is good for birding. Various bird species have been spotted on the trail and in the surrounding area.
Are there forests at Hahnenbachtal Loop?
Yes, Hahnenbachtal Loop is a forest trail in Soonwald-Nahe Nature Park.
Are there wildflowers at Hahnenbachtal Loop?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Hahnenbachtal Loop, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on September 24, 2026 at 2:52 am GMT+0