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Hikes in Illingen

Saarland,Germany

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Illingen is an idyllic municipality in the district of Neunkirchen in Germany. It is located in Saarland, a region known for its picturesque landscapes and charming villages. Illingen itself offers numerous opportunities for hiking and exploring the surrounding area.

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The 10 most beautiful hikes in Illingen

Hiking Trail · Germany
Neunkirchen district: Around beloved livestock
Premium content Difficulty easy
3.8
12.5 km
5:15 h
213 m
214 m
THE highlight for families. Farm animals, many information and experience stations, and an easy-to-walk circular route that can be shortened at many places, making it suitable even for very small legs. The experience trail, which optionally measures twelve kilometers (shortcuts possible at any time), leads through the cultural landscape of the Ill valley and the nature reserve "Valleys of the Ill and its tributaries." On a varied hiking trail passing numerous farms with meadows and pastures, families with their children can experience country air again and get close to farm animals. Both big and small hikers can learn much about agriculture. Informatively designed theme boards await eager wanderers. Beautiful, quiet picnic spots in a former quarry or under old oaks invite visitors to linger. On sensory benches, hikers can take breaks and relax their minds. The highlight of the hiking trail is certainly the village and show dairy "Hirztaler," where "premium cheese" is produced from 180,000 liters of milk from regional farmers. This corresponds to an annual production of 18,000 kg of cheese. Production can be increased to 300,000 liters of milk, that is 30,000 kg of cheese. The production of soft cheese, Illsiter® in the style of Tilsiter, and hard cheese in the style of mountain cheese is planned. At the show dairy, visitors can not only watch the cheesemaker at work but also make cheese themselves by appointment. Courses and seminars are also planned for a later date. In a professionally equipped media room, one can trace the product cheese back to the animal. There will be demonstration films for adults, but also child-friendly films for children. The building also houses the office of the Saarland regional group of the "Society for the Preservation of Old and Endangered Domestic Breeds (GEH)" and the "Association of Part-Time Farmers."
The route
Hiking Trail · Neunkirchen County
Bärenbach route
recommended route Difficulty easy
3
8.4 km
2:15 h
170 m
169 m
The Bärenbach route between the Illingen districts of Uchtelfangen and Wustweiler is a varied hiking route that is very suitable for hiking with the whole family. Sections through the forest alternate with scenic field paths. The climbs are very easy. Even after a longer period of rain, the path was easy to walk.
Near Wustweiler
Hiking Trail · Eppelborn
Spring hike with the IlltalerLand friends' circle
recommended route Difficulty easy
5
11.2 km
3:07 h
274 m
274 m
Varied circular route between Dirmingen and Wustweiler, which was held on March 24, 2018, as a spring hike by the IlltalerLand e.V.
View of Illingen
Hiking Trail · Neunkirchen County
From Illingen to St. Wendel
recommended route Difficulty moderate
No ratings (yet)
23.2 km
6:11 h
308 m
307 m
Through varied landscapes in Saarland between Illingen and St. Wendel This route is part of a longer father-son hike from Illingen/Saar to Szczecin in Poland.
Hiking Trail · Neunkirchen County
Autumn hike of the "Illtaler Land Friends' Association" to the Potato Market in Wiesbach
recommended route Difficulty moderate
4
13.9 km
3:51 h
237 m
237 m
As part of the Eppelborn Hiking Days, the guided autumn hike of the Illtaler Land Friends' Association took place on October 8, 2016.The program also included a visit to the Wiesbach Potato Market.
Historisches Pumpenhaus, Itzenplitzer Weiher
Hiking Trail · Neunkirchen County
Landsweiler-Reden - Itzenplitzer Weiher - Illingen
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
5
12.3 km
4:30 h
241 m
245 m
Attractions: Water Garden Landsweiler-Reden, Itzenplitzer Weiher, Kerpen Castle in Illingen
Hiking Trail · Regionalverband Saarbrücken
Saarland... mining settlement, salt houses, Göttelborn mine & plenty of panorama, route from the parking lot Zum Schacht Quierschied
recommended route Difficulty difficult
No ratings (yet)
29.4 km
8:16 h
803 m
800 m
Today it went over fields and meadows, through forest and villages - accompanied by the history of the mining era in the region, lots of panorama and water.
Hiking Trail · Sankt Wendel County
Urexweiler - Wustweiler circular route half&half
recommended route Difficulty easy
No ratings (yet)
7 km
1:50 h
125 m
125 m
Half in the field, half in the forest. Half in Urexweiler, half in Wustweiler.
near Wustweiler
Hiking Trail · Neunkirchen County
Bärenbachweg, from the Wustweiler train station
recommended route Difficulty moderate
No ratings (yet)
8.4 km
3:00 h
182 m
176 m
A loop trail through the Illtal region that combines nature, sweeping views, and little moments of bliss.
The Ill in Dirmingen
Hiking Trail · Eppelborn
Hike in the Illtal region from Dirmingen
Difficulty moderate
4
12.8 km
3:30 h
303 m
297 m
Scenic hike through the Illtal region
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Illingen's geographical location makes it an ideal starting point for hikes. The municipality lies at the foot of the Black Forest high forest, surrounded by rolling hills and dense forests. This natural beauty attracts many tourists every year who are looking for peace and relaxation.

For nature lovers, there are several tourist attractions to discover in Illingen. One of these places is the "Brennender Berg" nature reserve. Here visitors can marvel at rare plant and animal species as well as enjoy breathtaking viewpoints. Another highlight is the "Höcherberg Quarry", a former sandstone quarry that is now used as a climbing park.

The best seasons for hiking in Illingen are spring and autumn. In these months, nature shines in its full splendour: colourful flowers bloom along the wayside while the leaves slowly change colour. The temperatures are pleasantly mild and invite you to explore the area on foot.

There are various places around Illingen where you can go for wonderful hikes. One popular route, for example, leads from the centre of the village to the nearby "Bexbacher Weiher". This idyllic lake not only invites you to go hiking, but also offers the possibility of fishing or picnicking. Another recommended route leads along the "Höcherberg", a prominent mountain in the surroundings of Illingen. From here you have an impressive view over the Saarland.

In Illingen there are also many opportunities for families with children to go hiking. The "Adventure Playground at the Höcherberg" is a popular meeting place for young adventurers and, in addition to playground equipment, also offers barbecue areas and resting facilities.

Overall, the hikes in Illingen offer a wonderful opportunity to explore the picturesque landscape of the Saarland. Whether alone, with friends or family - everyone will find their own personal favourite route through this charming region of Germany.

Reviews

  • April 14, 2024
    Emu P 
    April 13, 2024
    Richtig schöne Runde, jedoch ist leider ein Teil der Strecke (ca. Kilometer 5.6/5.7 nicht mehr ohne weiteres passierbar, da dort ein Elektrozaun installiert wurde. Ansonsten würde ich die Tour definitiv wieder machen. :)
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    Written April 14, 2024
  • September 24, 2023
    Manuela Reinhard
    schöne Tour..... kann auch super, für eine kleine Runde zwischendurch, abgekürzt werden indem man die Schleife durch den Ort weg lässt......ein Stern Abzug lediglich weil die Beschilderung nur in einer Richtung ersichtlich ist. Wir sind falsch herum gestartet und ohne Navigation war es etwas schwierig den richtigen Weg zu finden.
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    Photo: Manuela Reinhard, Community
    Photo: Manuela Reinhard, Community
    Photo: Manuela Reinhard, Community
    Photo: Manuela Reinhard, Community
    Written September 24, 2023
    Hiking Trail
    Bärenbach route
  • April 05, 2023
    Albrecht Scherer
    Heute bei sonnigem Wetter nach Wochen des Regens, bin ich die Tour entgegen dem Uhrzeigersinn gegangen. Es gibt einige Abschnitte wo gutes Schuhwerk gefragt ist. Nicht alle Matschpassagen lassen sich umgehen. Barrierefrei ist die Route auf keinen Fall, aber für einigermaßen geübte Kurztourenwanderer ist sie mit ganz vielen schönen Panoramapassagen und vielen Rastmöglichkeiten sehr schön. Für die erste Runde empfiehlt sich aber der Uhrzeigersinn, weil die sonst gute Beschilderung nur in dieser Richtung angebracht ist. Aber mit GPS ist auch das kein Problem. Ich kann die schlechten Kritiken nicht so ganz nachvollziehen. Aber das ist wohl wie immer Geschmackssache.
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    Written April 05, 2023
    Hiking Trail
    Bärenbach route
  • May 01, 2022
    Sven Ulrich
    May 01, 2022
    Schöne, abwechslungsreiche Tour, gut beschildert.
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    Written May 01, 2022
    Hiking Trail
    Bärenbach route
  • July 12, 2021
    Albrecht Scherer
    September 01, 2020
    Ich bin den Weg schon viele Male zu allen Jahreszeiten und in beiden Richtungen gegangen. Eine absolut familientaugliche Strecke, die kleinen Beinen aber alleine wegen der Länge und der verschiedenen Steigungen einiges abverlangt. Aber der Erlebnisfaktor mit vielen Höfen und Vieh lässt das Herz von naturverbundenen kleinen Entdecker höher schlagen. Einige schöne Rastmöglichkeiten finden sich in einiger Entfernung voneinander.
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    Written July 12, 2021
  • April 27, 2021
    Michael Sander
    Eine schöne abwechslungsreiche Strecke, kann ich empfehlen.
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    Written April 27, 2021
    Hiking Trail
    Bärenbach route
  • March 10, 2021
    Fabian M.
    Für einen kurzen Spaziergang ist es okay, man sollte die Tour mit anderen verknüpfen.
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    Written March 10, 2021
  • February 25, 2021
    Josef Ohlmann
    Hallo und guten Tag, wir sind am 24.02.2021 diesen Weg gegangen. Bei herrlichem Wetter konnten wir diesen wunderschönen Weg gehen. Landschaftlich reizvoll, optimal mit dem Wegweisern gekennzeichnet, war diese Wanderung ein voller Genuss. Wir bescheinigen hier gute Arbeit bei der Erstellung und Pflege des Wanderweges.
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    Written February 25, 2021
  • March 25, 2018
    Arno Meyer 
    March 24, 2018
    toll organisierte Tour des IlltalerLand e.V. mit einer sehr schönen Strecke und idealer Länge als Familientour.
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    East of Dirmingen
    Photo: Arno Meyer, Community
    Written March 25, 2018
  • November 01, 2016
    Arno Meyer 
    October 08, 2016
    Sehr schöne Wanderung und die Kombination mit dem Kartoffelmarkt in Wiesbach war klasse.
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    Written November 01, 2016
  • September 25, 2016
    Arno Meyer 
    September 25, 2016
    Die Tour ist abwechslungsreich. Der östliche Teil der Wanderstrecke ist aber aus meiner Sicht (besonders als Themenweg) noch attraktiver.
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    Marienkapelle
    Photo: Arno Meyer, Community
    Written September 25, 2016
    Hiking Trail
    Liebes Vieh linksrum
  • March 19, 2016
    Arno Meyer 
    March 19, 2016
    Sehr schöne Halbtageswanderung
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    Written March 19, 2016

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