Kirf, an idyllic village in the Trier-Saarburg region of Germany, is not only known for its picturesque landscape, but also for its numerous opportunities for hiking. The geographical location of Kirf offers a variety of special features and attractions that attract hiking enthusiasts from all over the world.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Kirf
Hiking Trail
Pleasure hike from Saarburg to Trassem
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
difficult
14.1 km
3:50 h
197 m
184 m
Hike from Saarburg with a culinary highlight in Trassem and a visit to the Forellenhof Rosengarten.
Hiking Trail
· Moselle Valley
Romantic Route - Access route on the Moselsteig from Palzem to Saarburg
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
difficult
23.1 km
6:30 h
274 m
291 m
The hike leads from Palzem on the main route of the Moselsteig to Kreuzweiler and further on the access route via Merzkirchen and Trassem to Saarburg.
Hiking Trail
· Moselle Valley
Moselsteig side route König-Johann-Runde
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
moderate
11.9 km
4:00 h
320 m
320 m
On the trail of the blue-blooded lords of the castle.
Hiking Trail
Maria-Croon-Weg
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
18.5 km
5:00 h
408 m
178 m
The local poet Maria Croon is the namesake of the valley hike along the Leuk, including the loop to her birthplace Meurich.
Hiking Trail
· Moselle Valley
Chemin des Allemands Trier LePuy (Part 1: Trier - Metz)
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
112.7 km
29:24 h
1,183 m
1,142 m
The first section of the Jakobsweg from Trier to Le Puy runs along the Moselle, over the heights of the Saargau and through the Canner valley to Metz.
Hiking Trail
· SaarSchleifenLand
Moselsteig Stage 1: Perl - Palzem
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
24 km
6:00 h
420 m
440 m
First stage of the Moselsteig from Perl in Saarland to Palzem in Rhineland-Palatinate.
Hiking Trail
· Moselle Valley
Pilgrimage until sunset from Fisch to Perl
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
25.5 km
6:30 h
369 m
406 m
The over 25 km long hike forms the final section of my walk on the Way of St. James from Echternach (Luxembourg) to Perl on the Moselle. I did it for the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. There are some people who may be "godlessly happy," but I had my companion with me and was not alone.
The hike leads from Fisch to the pilgrimage chapel in Rehlingen, passing several wayside chapels on the heights of the Saargau and even more "WEAs" (wind turbines).
As one knows from Hape Kerkeling's book "I'm Off Then" about his pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela, the routes of the Way of St. James are rarely "premium hiking trails," and so I walked mainly on paved, mostly straight agricultural field roads, interrupted by short sections on the holiday lightly traveled country road, until finally between Borg and Perl the Saar-Hunsrück-Steig was reached. Only after passing under the Autobahn 8 did the ground become more natural and included some paths.
Hiking Trail
· SaarSchleifenLand
Along the Leuk to Saarburg
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
23.1 km
6:09 h
114 m
333 m
As close as possible along hiking trails following the Leuk to Saarburg
Hiking Trail
· Moselle Valley
14.2 km_Through the morning sun from Kollesleuken to Weiten
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
14.1 km
3:21 h
259 m
256 m
On well-known and unknown paths around the Kollesleuker Schweiz.
Hiking Trail
· SaarSchleifenLand
From Perl to Palzem
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Difficulty
T2
moderate
22.5 km
5:45 h
371 m
433 m
An Atmospheric Start at the Three-Country Corner The Moselsteig trail begins at the French border and winds through the hills of the Saarland to Palzem, where the Moselle forms the border with Luxembourg. After a fairly steep series of ascents and descents on the Hammelsberg, this long, tranquil hike offers numerous sweeping views of the rolling hills and takes you through typical, quiet villages.
The municipality of Kirf is located in Saarland and borders directly on Luxembourg. Due to its proximity to the Moselle and the foothills of the Hunsrück, there are many hiking opportunities here. The gentle hills and wide fields offer a dreamlike backdrop for long walks or challenging tours.
For nature enthusiasts, there are numerous hiking trails around Kirf that lead through varied landscapes. From leisurely circular trails to challenging mountain tours, there is everything. A popular starting point is the railway station in Kirf itself, from where various routes start.
Particularly worth seeing are, among others, the "Moselsteig", a long-distance hiking trail along the Moselle with breathtaking views of the river valley and the vineyards, as well as the "Saar-Hunsrück-Steig", one of the most beautiful premium hiking trails in Germany with a total length of 410 kilometres.
Families with children also get their money's worth when hiking in Kirf. The children's adventure trail "WaldAbenteuer" (Forest Adventure), for example, invites little explorers to playfully explore nature and learn a lot of interesting facts about flora and fauna.
The best seasons for hiking in Kirf are spring, when nature awakens and everything is in bloom, and autumn, when the leaves turn colourful. But you can also hike wonderfully in summer with pleasant temperatures.
All in all, Kirf offers a variety of hikes for every taste. Whether it's leisurely walks along the Moselle valley or challenging mountain tours through the Hunsrück - there is something for everyone here. The charming landscape and the diverse routes make Kirf a popular destination for hiking enthusiasts from near and far.
For nature enthusiasts, there are numerous hiking trails around Kirf that lead through varied landscapes. From leisurely circular trails to challenging mountain tours, there is everything. A popular starting point is the railway station in Kirf itself, from where various routes start.
Particularly worth seeing are, among others, the "Moselsteig", a long-distance hiking trail along the Moselle with breathtaking views of the river valley and the vineyards, as well as the "Saar-Hunsrück-Steig", one of the most beautiful premium hiking trails in Germany with a total length of 410 kilometres.
Families with children also get their money's worth when hiking in Kirf. The children's adventure trail "WaldAbenteuer" (Forest Adventure), for example, invites little explorers to playfully explore nature and learn a lot of interesting facts about flora and fauna.
The best seasons for hiking in Kirf are spring, when nature awakens and everything is in bloom, and autumn, when the leaves turn colourful. But you can also hike wonderfully in summer with pleasant temperatures.
All in all, Kirf offers a variety of hikes for every taste. Whether it's leisurely walks along the Moselle valley or challenging mountain tours through the Hunsrück - there is something for everyone here. The charming landscape and the diverse routes make Kirf a popular destination for hiking enthusiasts from near and far.
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