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Vogesenblick

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  • View of the Vosges near Seyweiler
    View of the Vosges near Seyweiler
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    A beautiful route through the typical landscape of the southern Bliesgau with species-rich orchards, great panoramic views, and calcareous dry grasslands where wild orchids grow, among others. The highlight of the circular hike is the namesake "Vogesenblick" as a rest stop above Seyweiler.

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    Distance 12.1 km
    3:05 h
    182 m
    183 m
    371 m
    243 m

    The circular hiking trail "Vogesenblick" is a moderate and very varied trail. Besides the outdoor pool in Walsheim and the interesting Duppstein in the center of Walsheim, the route passes the ruins of the former Walsheim Brewery. Though not publicly accessible, it can be visited by prior arrangement on a guided tour with a nature and landscape guide (information available at Saarpfalz-Touristik). A longer forest section leads above Walsheim and Bliesdalheim towards Pinningen to the namesake "Vogesenblick" as a rest stop. A kind of compass there explains what can be seen in the distance at two benches. The rest stop is equally popular among hikers and cyclists. The trail then continues via the so-called "Duser Straße" up to above Medelsheim. This section is especially beautiful and charming in every season! The route ends after a few kilometers downhill in Walsheim at the outdoor pool.

    Author’s recommendation

    Read the information on the displayed panels about what makes the Bliesgau biosphere so special. In summer months, you can also cool off at the outdoor pool. It is very popular due to its idyllic and natural setting.

    Places to eat:

    Bistro at Campingplatz Walsheim

    Heuweg 3, 66453 Gersheim

    Tel.: 0 68 43 – 80 01 80

    Email: info@campingwalsheim.de

    https://www.campingwalsheim.de/

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    371 m
    Lowest point
    243 m
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    Track types

    Asphalt 33.57%Dirt road 16.32%Forested/wild trail 37.45%Path 6.35%Road 5.97%Unknown 0.31%
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    4.1 km
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    2 km
    Forested/wild trail
    4.5 km
    Path
    768 m
    Road
    722 m
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    39 m
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    Rest stops

    Camping Walsheim****
    Lugenbiehl Inn
    Village store - Neue Haus Sonne

    Safety information

    Attention:

    Entering the forest and walking the trails is at your own risk.

    Seasonal and weather conditions may require increased surefootedness on some trail sections.

    Therefore, wear clothing and hiking boots appropriate to the season and weather with suitable tread.

    Please note especially:

    Carefully walk the constructed stairs in the forest (they may be slippery due to fallen leaves).

    TOGETHER WITH RESPECT

    Friendliness, understanding, and consideration for each other are principles for the respectful use of our natural environment. The code is:

    Use existing paths, follow signage, and respect trail closures

    Leave no traces such as trash or dog waste and treat the path with care

    Respect other users of forest and countryside

    Show consideration for animals and plants

    Plan ahead and use daylight

    LIABILITY NOTICE:

    Despite repeated checks and careful preparation of the trail descriptions, the publisher assumes no liability for the accuracy and completeness of the information in this description.

    USE NOTICE:

    Dear hiking friends, the trails also run along natural paths through pristine nature reserves and forests. Preserving and protecting nature is important to us.

    We also wish to point out the risks, so please stay on the marked paths and do not enter existing rock formations for safety reasons. Furthermore, we point out the presence of natural forest hazards. Some places on the path may be softened and slippery due to weather and must be traversed with particular caution. Sturdy footwear is therefore recommended on all routes, surefootedness is indispensable.

    Using the hiking and premium hiking trails is at your own risk.

    MARKING AND SIGNAGE:

    All quality trails are circular paths which can be walked in both directions. Therefore, signage is provided for both directions. Try walking the route in the opposite direction once and you will discover completely new perspectives and viewpoints.

    Tips and suggestions

    Have you discovered a deficiency on the route? Then report it using our defect reporter: https://bit.ly/MaengelmelderBliesgau

    Thank you very much for your help.

    Roadbook

    The start is at the hiking parking lot of Campingplatz Walsheim. The recommended walking direction leads from the parking lot to the main street and then left out of the village. Based on hiking experience, we describe the hike here in the opposite direction:

    At Walsheim's main street, the path leads right past the village shop of Haus Sonne and the Duppstein. Through the village, it goes to the former brewery and directly at the Kneipp basin, the stairs lead up. At the top, the path turns right up the hill. In the forest, the route again turns right and passes Haus Sonne, always further into the forest to a monument. It continues through the forest and occasionally past meadows to a dip, which then goes uphill again towards the viewpoint "Vogesenblick." This stretch goes straight for several kilometers until it leads above Seyweiler to Medelsheim. However, Medelsheim is not traversed. The path turns right at the height and back to Walsheim. Before the hike reaches Walsheim's main street, the path goes through a section of forest and then downhill past meadow slopes into the village. Upon entering the village, the path turns left and shortly thereafter right back to the campsite.

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    Camping Walsheim****
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    Outdoor pool Walsheim
    Forester's lodge, Seyweiler
    View of the Vosges mountains near Seyweiler
    Historic Walsheim Brewery Cellar
    Kneipp-Anlage Walsheim
    Lugenbiehl Inn
    Village store - Neue Haus Sonne

    Directions

    Hiking parking lot at Campingplatz Walsheim, Heuweg 3, 66453 Gersheim

    Parking

    Hiking parking lot at Campingplatz Walsheim, Heuweg 3, 66453 Gersheim

    Alternatively from the cemetery parking lot in Medelsheim, Kreuzweg, 66453 Gersheim-Medelsheim (from here you need to walk through the village to reach the height for the trail!)

    Coordinates

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    49.158599, 7.244100
    DMS
    49°09'31.0"N 7°14'38.8"E
    UTM
    32U 371980 5446571
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    Parts of this content were machine translated from German.

    User Questions


    May 02, 2023
    Katrin Thieser  
    Hallo Frau J. Die Meldung bekamen wir auch erst letzte Woche und haben es schon an den zuständigen Förster und die Gemeinde Gersheim weitergeleitet. Der Weg wird alsbald erneuert, wenn es trocken genug ist. Einen Hinweis über "nasse" Wege nehmen wir generell nicht als "Bedingung" auf, denn dann müssten wir bei fast allen Wegen diese Infos anlegen :-). Es hat sehr sehr viel in letzter Zeit geregnet und die Förster mussten ihre Arbeit machen. Dennoch wird der Weg an dieser besagten Stelle bald "glatt gebügelt". Viele Grüße aus Blieskastel, Katrin Thieser

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    Distance
    12.1 km
    Duration
    3:05 h
    Ascent
    182 m
    Descent
    183 m
    Highest point
    371 m
    Lowest point
    243 m
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