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On this route, you can enjoy the peace of the forest on secluded paths. The mix of romantic stream valleys, steep ascents and descents, a unique panoramic view over the entire northern Saarland, and unspoiled nature makes the Hochwald-Pfad an interesting discovery route.
The Hochwald-Pfad lives up to its name. Over 12 km, it leads along narrow, natural paths right through a variety of forest formations. The special highlight is the "Herberloch", an old quarry that has gradually developed into a beautiful lake. On the edge of the shore, you can fully enjoy the peace of the forest during a rest. The mix of wild romantic stream valleys, steep climbs, and a unique panoramic view over northern Saarland makes the Hochwald-Pfad a discovery route.
The route was rated with 71 experience points by the German Hiking Institute.
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Weiskirchen Natural Outdoor Pool,
Kurparkstraße
66709 Weiskirchen,
Tel.: 0 68 76 / 91 95 61
www.vitalis-weiskirchen.de
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Attention:
Entering the forest and walking on the hiking trails is fundamentally at your own risk!
Depending on the season and weather, increased surefootedness is required on some trail sections. Please wear clothing and hiking boots appropriate for the season and weather with suitable tread. Be cautious of breaking branches and damaged trees. In strong winds and winter conditions with snow and ice, there is an increased risk from falling trees and branches.
Tips and suggestions
Refreshment option
Campingklause Weiskirchen
Zum Campingplatz 10
66709 Weiskirchen
Tel.: +49 (0)6876 / 366
Additional gastronomy is available 2 km from the starting point in the town center of Weiskirchen.
Website of the municipality of Weiskirchen - www.weiskirchen.de
Tourism Center Saarland
Tel.: 0681 - 9 27 20 - 0
Roadbook
The route starts at the outdoor pool, and after just a few minutes, the first ascent follows. Above a wild brook, it continues into the forest to a secluded forest lake called "Herberloch", an old quarry that has developed into a natural biotope over the years. Over a dam and a small staircase, we reach a path running parallel to the slope. Through paths and forest roads, the route continues until we encounter the "Wahnbach Valley". Through the wild romantic stream valley with its lively babbling brook, it goes over roots and stones through a unique natural setting.
The Wahnbach is crossed via a large bridge, and at the "Behlengraben", a prehistoric gorge from the last Ice Age, it becomes really steep. At the steeply descending edge of the gorge, the route climbs meter by meter up the forested slope to a large trail junction. From here, continue straight ahead back into the forest and descend over naturally grown forest ground into the "Schlittenbach Valley".
After the last crossing of the stream, the path exits the forest. Passing the campsite, the route leads over meadowland to a 5-meter-long bench with a view over the spa town of Weiskirchen. Once again, it goes past the former school hostel into the forest and down switchbacks to the main path, which leads back to the parking lot of the Weiskirchen Natural Outdoor Pool.
Kneipp facility
Freibad Weiskirchen
Wildlife and Nature Park Weiskirchen
Parkplatz am Wild- und Wanderpark
Wirtshaus "Wildpark-Alm"
Herberloch
NSG Wahnbachtal
Behlengraben
Weiher
Campingklause Weiskirchen
Bruchwaldhof fruit distillery and apiary
Beer garden at the Parkhotel Weiskirchen
Aussichtspunkt
Parkhotel Weiskirchen****S
JUNIPRO Hotel Schinderhannes
Ristorante Rimini
Die Zwo
Café Louis Weiskirchen
Vitalis Spa Centre and Forest Outdoor Pool | Weiskirchen
Böhm Game Specialities
Mechanical music parlour
La Enoteca
Weiskirch ceremonial tombs
Minigolfplatz
Perennial Garden Weiskirchen
Spa gardens with spa lake
Campingplatz Schwarzwälder Hochwald
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
By bus 211 (from Merzig station) to Parkhotel Weiskirchen Church, about 1.6 km on foot.
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Directions
You can reach Weiskirchen from the A8 motorway via Merzig and Losheim. From the A1 motorway, take the Primstal exit towards Wadern. In the center of Weiskirchen, follow the L 151 at the roundabout and the signs to the spa center, which is located in the immediate vicinity of the forest outdoor pool.
Parking
Parking lot at the Weiskirchen Forest Outdoor Pool
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