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A short but somewhat more demanding walk around Gräfinthal due to a good ascent, with great views. Here you can easily work off the calories previously gained from the local gastronomy.
This walk alternates between forest paths, avenues, and field paths. The amount of asphalt on this short route is quite high, so the path can sometimes be walked without sturdy hiking shoes. The gem Gräfinthal with its local gastronomy offers the perfect starting point. Those who want to enjoy a special view can make a detour to the Heidenkopfturm on the hill and climb the wooden tower for views all the way to the Vosges.
Author’s recommendation
The natural stage idyllically located close to the path, run by the Cultural Association Bliesmengen-Bolchen e.V., attracts around 15,000 visitors annually during the June to August playing season. Each season features a popular children’s play and usually a humorous adult play on the program. In addition, there are occasional guest performances from a friendly theatre association. The arena-shaped and elevated auditorium offers 1,500 seats with a perfect view of the stage. Performances and prices for the respective season can be found on the natural stage's website.
Read the information boards on-site to learn what makes the region so special and feel free to relax on benches or at the local gastronomy. Take the opportunity to climb the Heidenkopfturm. From here you have an incredible view and the perfect backdrop for unforgettable holiday photos!
Places to eat:
Restaurant Lavelle
Gräfinthal 3, 66399 Mandelbachtal
Phone: 06804 / 9 94 01 44
https://restaurant-lavelle.de/
Gräfinthaler Hof
Gräfinthal 6, 66399 Mandelbachtal
Phone: 0 68 04 / 9 11 00
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Rest stops
Gräfinthaler HofLavelle Restaurant
Safety information
Attention:
Entering the forest and walking the hiking trails is at your own risk.
Due to seasonal or weather conditions, increased surefootedness is required on some parts of the trail.
Therefore, wear clothing and hiking shoes appropriate for the season and weather with adequate grip.
TOGETHER WITH RESPECT
Friendliness, understanding, and consideration for one another is a fundamental principle for the partnership use of our natural space. The code of conduct is:
Use existing paths, follow signage, and respect trail closures
Leave no traces such as litter or dog excrement and treat the path gently
Respect other users of forest and field
Be considerate of animals and plants
Plan ahead and make use of daylight
DISCLAIMER:
Despite repeated checks and careful preparation of the route descriptions, the publisher assumes no liability for the accuracy and completeness of information in this description.
USAGE NOTICE:
Dear hiking friends, the trails also lead along natural paths through untouched nature reserves and forests. Preserving and protecting nature is an important concern for us.
We also want to point out risks and therefore ask you to stay on the marked paths and to avoid climbing on rock heads for safety reasons. Moreover, we draw attention to the presence of natural forest hazards. Due to weather, some path sections may be softened and slippery and should be crossed with particular caution. Solid footwear is recommended on all routes, surefootedness is indispensable.
Use of hiking and premium hiking trails is at your own risk.
MARKING AND SIGNAGE:
All quality trails are circular routes that can be walked in both directions. Therefore, the signage is provided for both directions. Try walking the route the other way round once, and you will discover completely new perspectives and views.
Tips and suggestions
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Roadbook
The start of the route is the parking lot in Gräfinthal. At the beginning, it is worth first taking a look at the village including the monastery ruins and dovecotes. According to tradition, Countess Elisabeth of Blieskastel founded the Wilhelmiten monastery near Bliesmengen in 1243. Over the course of its history, the monastery was destroyed and rebuilt several times. Gräfinthal was the last Wilhelmiten monastery on German soil and was dissolved in 1785 on the initiative of Countess Marianne von der Leyen of Blieskastel by Pope Clement XIV. Since 1999, the monastery has been resettled and renovated by the Benedictine Order.
From the parking lot, the route first goes through an avenue towards Sonnenhof and then turns right onto Sommerberg. Here, it goes quite steeply uphill for a few minutes, but you are rewarded with a beautiful view of Gräfinthal. At the intersection on top of the field, the path continues to the right into the forest. After some time in the forest, it turns right back onto the field. At the next T-junction, the path turns right back into the valley, passing the natural stage, back to Gräfinthal.
Lavelle Restaurant
Gräfinthaler Hof
Lavelle Hotel and Restaurant
Heidenkopf Tower
Gräfinthal Open-Air Theatre
Gräfinthal, Bliesmengen-Bolchen
Gräfinthal Abbey
Public transport
The Gräfinthal walking path is also accessible by public transportation. The stop "Wingert, Bliesmengen-Bolchen" is only about 600m from the route and is served at least hourly daily by lines 501, R14, and 507. There are regular connections to Homburg, Blieskastel, Gersheim, and Kleinblittersdorf.
To get from the stop to the start of the route, walk from the main street via a small footpath into "Wingertstraße," then follow its course a few meters east until you reach "Eschringer Straße." Following this north leads to the "Sonnenhof" where you find the route signage.
Detailed information about schedules and departure times at: www.saarfahrplan.de
Directions
Hiking parking lot Gräfinthal, 66399 Mandelbachtal
On the L238 between Bliesmengen-Bolchen and Ormesheim
Parking
Hiking parking lot Gräfinthal, 66399 Mandelbachtal.
Alternatively, at the Heidenkopfturm on the L238 above Gräfinthal.
Coordinates
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Equipment
All important information about equipment can be found in our packing list.
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
User Questions