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Hikes in Irsch

Rhineland-Palatinate,Germany

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Irsch, a picturesque village in the Trier-Saarburg district in Germany, offers numerous opportunities for hikes and walks. The geographical location of Irsch is particularly charming: it lies at the foot of the Hunsrück Mountains and borders on the beautiful Moselle region.

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The 10 most beautiful hikes in Irsch

Wild horse area
Hiking Trail · Moselle Valley
In search of the wild horses
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
4
12.5 km
3:20 h
262 m
264 m
Hike from Saarburg via the Salzbrünnchen to a semi-open grazing project with wild horses and Taurus cattle.
Saar-Riesling-Steig
Hiking Trail
Circular hike "Kaselbach via Irsch to the Ockfen pond"
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate Open
No ratings (yet)
8.6 km
3:00 h
71 m
71 m
Varied circular hike with Saar river promenade, vineyards, meadows, and pond area.
Irsch
Hiking Trail · Moselle Valley
Ockfen valley
recommended route Difficulty moderate
No ratings (yet)
19.8 km
4:43 h
633 m
631 m
It was a wonderful hike through nature, over various surfaces and approximately 50m of wading across the Ockfen stream. This also includes walking through the privately owned Weidberg forestry estate, which is thankfully permitted for pedestrians.
Ponds in the Serriger Bachtal
Hiking Trail · Moselle Valley
Serrig-Heiligenborn-Serriger Forest
recommended route Difficulty moderate
3.5
18.5 km
5:18 h
441 m
440 m
Scenically attractive route. Historic vineyards and quiet forest paths lead us to the Saar heights with wonderful views of the Saarschleife near Hamm and the Klause of Kastel-Staadt.
Hiking Trail · Moselle Valley
SAARWEINWANDERWEG (stage 3) from IRSCH to SAARBURG
recommended route Difficulty easy
No ratings (yet)
21.6 km
4:03 h
410 m
399 m
Penultimate stage of the SAARWEINWANDERWEG to the historic town of SAARBURG
Hiking Trail · Moselle Valley
Irscher / Neunhäuser Forest
recommended route Difficulty easy
No ratings (yet)
10.8 km
2:40 h
260 m
260 m
From the hiking car park at K 139 over lightly gravelled or churned forest management paths through the woods, towards the end you then pass the Neunhäuser hunting lodge. The route offers neither much variety nor any "highlights", but instead lots of birdsong, the occasional deer and - on the day of the hike - some jet noise from the Air Force maneuver Air Defender.
Hiking Trail · Moselle Valley
SAARWEINWANDERWEG (stage 2) from FILZEN to IRSCH
recommended route Difficulty moderate
No ratings (yet)
20.2 km
3:49 h
772 m
711 m
The 2nd stage leads with a few meters in altitude and great views over some wine villages such as OCKFEN, SCHODEN and KANZEM to IRSCH.
wide view up to the Cattenom nuclear power plant
Hiking Trail · Moselle Valley
Ockfen - Around the Scharfenberg
recommended route Difficulty easy
No ratings (yet)
11.4 km
2:45 h
300 m
300 m
Magnificent views over the Saar valley to Luxembourg and France The 11 km hike starts at the pond of the ASV Ockfen, leads up the slope of the Scharfenberg through the valley of the Ockfener stream to the B 407 (Speiner Bildchen), and over the plateau with great views to Luxembourg and France (Cattenom nuclear power plant) along the hillside past Irsch back to the pond of the angling club.
Speiner pictures
Hiking Trail · Moselle Valley
Through the Ockfen stream valley to the Speiner Bildchen
recommended route Difficulty easy
No ratings (yet)
14.8 km
3:30 h
389 m
389 m
The hike starts at the pond of ASV Ockfen and leads back clockwise. Instead of the lower valley path, the upper hillside path along the stream was taken. Since the stream and the pasture brook must be crossed several times (without a bridge), there are opportunities to refresh yourself. However, you must also expect to walk somewhat without a path through the forest and to climb slopes; at least I only found an "official" way to cross the Ockfen stream at the waterwheel (rest area Schießloch Häuschen) and used it. After that, it means wet feet or a long jump. I did not find the Westwall installation marked at the rest area.
Hiking Trail · Moselle Valley
Ockfen-Irsch
recommended route Difficulty easy
No ratings (yet)
9.6 km
2:15 h
187 m
187 m
The approximately 10km long tour, mostly along paved paths, is not signposted. Anyone wishing to follow it will need a map or the gpx track. Part of the route follows the Saar-Riesling Route. It starts at the parking lot next to the L138 near Ockfen, passes the monastery mill, crosses the stream, and then goes uphill. After descending into the stream valley, take the path to the right towards Irsch. At the edge of Irsch, it gently rises into the vineyards. After a beautiful panoramic path along the hillside, there is a longer descent into the valley of the Kaselbach. You go under the B51, later under the railway line at the Lower Kaselbach Mill, and then along the Saar back to the starting point.
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One of the most beautiful hiking tours in Irsch is undoubtedly the "Moselsteig". This long-distance hiking trail stretches along the Moselle and leads through breathtaking vineyards, idyllic villages and historic towns. From Irsch, you can easily access the Moselsteig and go on an unforgettable hike.

There are also great hiking options in Irsch for families with children. The "Keltenpfad" is a child-friendly route that leads to a nearby Celtic ring wall. On the way there, children can learn a lot about the history of the Celts through play.

Another highlight are the numerous hiking trails around the village itself. Here you can leisurely stroll through the woods or along the banks of the Moselle. Especially in spring and autumn, these paths shine in a fascinating blaze of colour.

Thorn Castle near Irsch is also one of the tourist attractions. A hike to the castle not only provides a fantastic view of the valley, but also an insight into times gone by.

The best seasons for a hike in Irsch are spring and autumn. At this time, the weather is pleasantly mild, nature is just awakening or changing colour and the hiking trails are less crowded.

All in all, Irsch offers a variety of wonderful hiking opportunities for nature lovers and families. Whether on the Moselsteig, the Keltenpfad or the local hiking trails - everyone will find their personal dream route here. So lace up your hiking boots and explore the picturesque landscape of Irsch!

Reviews

  • August 18, 2025
    Natalie Scheer
    March 28, 2025
    Eine tolle Rundwanderung, bei der wir die Wildpferde sogar beobachten konnten. Absolut empfehlenswert.
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    Photo: Natalie Scheer, Community
    Photo: Natalie Scheer, Community
    Photo: Natalie Scheer, Community
    Written August 18, 2025
  • October 05, 2022
    Claudia Billstein 
    October 05, 2022
    Der Anfang ,ca.7 km,war langweilig,eintönig zuviel Asphalt. haben die Wanderung abgekürzt, am Forstbetrieb abgekürzt ,bis zum Schönen Blick. Die Saarschleife haben wir genossen, ganz alleine unterwegs gewesen,keinen Mensch getroffen.
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    Written October 05, 2022
  • June 22, 2022
    Delleré René 
    June 21, 2022
    Gestartet wurde am Tag des Sommeranfangs bei der Sport- und Freizeitanlage oberhalb Beurig. Die GPS-Strecke ist relativ genau, der Wanderweg nicht allzu schwer, da keine extreme Steigung vorhanden ist. Für uns war überraschend der hohe Pfadanteil durch die Wälder, das erfreut einen ja immer. Ein paar schöne Ecken waren schon vorhanden, z.b. die Hubertusquelle, die Aussicht auf die Saar, das Solarkraftwerk (wobei man bei Flächensolaranlagen geteilte Meinung sein kann), das Hofgut Serrig mit der Schmalspurbahn usw….. Man bewegt sich in etwa 3,5 Km entlang des Zaunes der NABU, der den früheren Truppenübungsplatz umzäunt. Ein Teil der Wanderung war allerdings mit einigen Schrammen und so in der Größenordnung von +/- 35 Zecken verbunden und zwar der Abschnitt ab Km 6,58 bis Km 7,24. Dieser Pfad oberhalb der Weinberge in Richtung sowie kurz vor dem Hofgut Serrig ist fast komplett zugewachsen mittels Dornen und anderem Gestrüpp, teilweise muss man auf den Boden sich durchrobben, deshalb wohl auch die hohe Anzahl an Zecken an uns. Aber, ein echtes Abenteuer war’s wohl. Beim „Witzelstein“ wurden zum Glück die meisten Zecken gefunden, dabei war fast die gesamte Größenklasse dieser Plagegeister an unseren Körpern und Kleidungen vorhanden. Dabei, an dem Tag der Wanderung ließen sich die Biester noch leicht entfernen, was man am folgendem Tag nicht mehr behaupten kann, halt Erinnerungen an diesen „herausfordernden“ Abschnitt. Fazit: Eine empfehlenswerte Wanderung mit Abenteuercharakter auf einem Abschnitt, ruhig und doch abwechslungsreich. Ach ja, das Wasser der Hubertusquelle ist echt salzig und mir schien es, als wäre es eher lauwarm gewesen. Danke an den Poster für diese interessante Wanderung.
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    Written June 22, 2022
  • September 12, 2021
    J. S.
    September 06, 2021
    Sehr schöne ruhige Gegend ohne viel Touristik. Wir sind keinen Menschen auf der Strecke begegnet. Den Startpunkt haben wir nicht gefunden, deswegen sind wir die Runde anders herum gelaufen. Um den Weidberg herum sind die Wege zum Teil komplett zu gewachsen mit Brennessel und Brombeeren, das war etwas nervig.
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    Photo: J. S., Community
    Photo: J. S., Community
    Photo: J. S., Community
    Written September 12, 2021

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