Leisurely walking route Kauert-Tour

In the Dahner Felsenland, you can now enjoy "leisurely walking" on comfortable paths and trails while experiencing the impressive rock formations of the Wasgau. So far, four such circular routes have been certified, each of which can be explored comfortably in a maximum of two hours. One of these is the premium leisurely walking route Kauert-Tour near Dahn. Along just 5.1 kilometers, bizarre rock formations alternate with attractive views and romantic resting places along the path. 

The start and end of the hike is the parking lot at the PWV hut in Schneiderfeld. Below the Elwetritsche Rock, the trail sign—a black K over a black hill on a white background—indicates the direction to follow. With a gentle incline, it goes uphill via the Otto-Eisel Path to the pond area. After just a few minutes of walking, the silence of the forest becomes noticeable. Through mysterious mixed forest, the narrow path leads past moss-covered stones and boulders to the first viewpoint: the Jakobsfelsen. A bench invites you to rest and enjoy. From here, you have one of the most beautiful views of the town of Dahn below. 

The path winds down the hill again in wide loops and turns into a wider forest trail. At a bend, the forest clears and offers a magnificent view of the legendary Jungfernsprung, the symbol of Dahn. In autumn, this section of the path is a true riot of colors. Among the coniferous trees, the foliage shimmers in all shades of yellow, orange, and red. The path ends at the Kneipp facility a little above the road. After a refreshing footbath, the path energetically climbs uphill again. Over eleven steps lead up to the Schillerfelsen. At the foot of the rock, there is an opportunity to take a short rest on a bench and admire the countless stone pyramids around it. In clear weather, the castle group Altdahn can be seen far away on the opposite side. 

More steps lead past the rock massif on the right. A wooden railing helps with the steep ascent. Now it gets adventurous, as the path leads through a narrow rock crevice. This section is also part of the well-known Dahner Felsen Trail. Once on the ridge, the next attraction awaits: the viewing platform on the Schwalbenfelsen. From here, you have a great view of the town of Dahn and the Jungfernsprung jutting out of the mountain. The bench on the rock plateau is understandably a popular resting place. 

On the ridge, the leisurely walking continues through beautiful mixed forest to the rock arena. Like in an open-air cinema, impressive light and color plays can be seen along the rock formations on the sandstone layers. Depending on the position of the sun, the rocks are illuminated and lit—an amazing experience at any time of the year. The last section of the path over the pond area, through the meadow idyll of Kühwoog, back to the starting point of the Kauert-Tour is meditative. An extensive snack in the hut of the Palatinate Forest Association concludes the eventful and relaxing hike.