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Hiking Trail
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Kandel - Circular route 2 around the Naturfreundehaus Bienwald
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HikingPhoto: Norman P.Krauß, Südpfalz Tourismus Germersheim e.V.
This circular route of the Naturfreunde leads on flat paths through the Bienwald. Along the way, you can discover its varied flora and fauna.
On this approximately 5 km long circular route starting at the Naturfreundehaus Kandel, you can enjoy the very special flora and fauna of the Bienwald. Without any climbs, this route leads through the forest and is also very suitable for inexperienced hikers. Afterwards, you can relax in the beer garden of the Naturfreundehaus and refresh yourself in a pleasant forest atmosphere.
UFFBASSE! - Campaign for respectful coexistence in nature
- Fire & Smoking – Lighting fires, smoking, and grilling are strictly forbidden in the forest and must be avoided at all times! Fires and thus severe damage to nature and wildlife can only be prevented this way.
- Be considerate on the way – Always behave foresightedly, kindly, and considerately towards everyone you meet on the path. This applies especially to farm roads, on which vintners, farmers, and foresters also work on weekends.
- Picnic & Waste – Remember a rubbish bag for the way and take your waste back home. Use only furnished rest areas for breaks and picnics.
- Nature conservation – Stay on the marked paths and avoid unnecessary noise when in nature. Leave the forest at the latest at dusk to not disturb the rhythm of nocturnal animals.
- Leash dogs – Please always keep your dog on a leash. Other visitors and animals will thank you.
More information at www.pfalz.de/uffbasse .
Author’s recommendation
A stop before or after the route at the Naturfreundehaus Bienwald is recommended (beer garden and playground available).
You can also start the route in the Badallee (near Abenteuerpark). Here, there is an information board displaying the circular routes 1, 2, and 3, all leading to the Naturfreundehaus.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Show elevation profileRest stops
Friends of Nature House BienwaldForest bistro "Fun For Rest" in the AdventurePark Kandel
Safety information
The last 750 m of the path run along the access road to the Naturfreundehaus. Please pay attention to traffic.
Hiking on natural trails and paths – Especially in autumn, be aware that fallen leaves on the ground can hide unevenness, roots, stones, or holes in the path. After thunderstorms or heavy rain, trees can still fall or branches may break off. Particularly in adverse weather conditions, natural paths can have muddy and slippery sections. Surefootedness is sometimes required. You must expect such path impairments on your hike. If you think certain sections are impassable, you should avoid them. Despite path markings, we recommend always carrying an appropriate hiking map for safety reasons so that you can quickly find a safe area in case of thunderstorms or emergencies. Path closures and diversions must be strictly observed.
Hazard situations – Should an emergency occur, quick help is needed. Even if mobile phones can send GPS signals, the classic rescue points are often the fastest. These are located in places easily accessible for rescue vehicles. Remember the points with the green signs and a white cross. In an emergency, return there and give the number on the sign during your emergency call. This way, rescue workers know where to find you.
Tips and suggestions
Südpfalz Tourismus Kandel e.V., Georg-Todt-Str. 2a, 76870 Kandel, Tel.: 07275/619945, info@suedpfalz-tourismus-kandel.de
"Die Naturfreunde" e.V., local group Kandel : The Naturfreunde of OG Kandel are also happy to take guests on their hikes through the Bienwald.
For those especially interested in forest and nature, guided tours through the Bienwald are offered:
Those arriving by train follow the signage from Kandel station (towards Naturfreundehaus/AbenteuerPark Kandel) to the Badallee and from there follow the respective waymarking.
Roadbook
At the Naturfreundehaus Kandel, there is a board with the circular hiking routes displayed. From the Naturfreundehaus, we follow the marking "2" (waymark: 2 hands with a 2). A straight path leads to the Badallee. Here we turn right, always following the marking with the "2". After a few meters, we reach the Abenteuerpark Kandel. Here we turn right again and continue to follow the "2". The path goes through a section of the adventure park, and from April you can watch the daring climbers here. After about 600 m, you reach the retirees’ bench, inviting you to rest. Here, the path leads us left over the Otterbach stream to the Neugraben. The waymark leads us along the idyllic Neugraben to a shelter. Here we turn right onto the driveway to the Naturfreundehaus.
A shortening (marked by 2 hands with "1") or extension of the route (marked by 2 hands with "3") is possible on the way – both signs lead back to the Naturfreundehaus Bienwald.
You can also start the route in the Badallee. Here is an information board with the circular routes 1, 2, and 3, all leading to the Naturfreundehaus. Those arriving by train follow the signage from Kandel station towards Naturfreundehaus/AbenteuerPark Kandel to the Badallee and then follow the respective waymarking.
Barrierefreier Parkplatz am Naturfreundehaus
Wanderparkplatz am Naturfreundehaus Kandel im Bienwald
Friends of Nature House Bienwald
Spielplatz am Naturfreundehaus Bienwald in Kandel
Bienwald nature reserve
Tourist Information Bienwaldregion Kandel
Kandel railway station
European Cultural Park Schwanenweiher
Wohnmobilstellplatz am Bahnhof
Spielplatz am Schwanenweiher Kandel
AVAHOME Kandel
Hotel Zur Pfalz
Refill-Station im Tourismusbüro in Kandel
Forest bistro "Fun For Rest" in the AdventurePark Kandel
Kandel forest swimming pool
Parkplatz am Waldschwimmbad Kandel mit barrierefreien Parkplätzen
Fun Forest Adventure Park Kandel
Public transport
By train to Kandel station, possibly continuing by bus line 547 (info: www.kvv.de, www.vrn.de , DB travel information , App DB Navigator ), then on to Saarstraße, stop Kandel West; from there it is about 20 minutes to the Naturfreundehaus. You can also start the circular route at the Badallee, walking about 15-20 minutes from Kandel station towards the adventure park.
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Directions
Coming from the A 65, take the Kandel-Nord exit towards Kandel center, then turn right onto L546 towards Minfeld. Drive about 2 km along Saarstraße until the signpost for Naturfreundehaus appears on the left. Turn here and follow the road until you reach the Naturfreundehaus on the left side.
Alternative: A65 exit Kandel South, follow B9, then turn onto K 15 towards Schaidt. After about 1 km, turn right towards Naturfreundehaus.
Parking
Free parking at the Naturfreundehaus Kandel
Please park only in the designated parking spaces and keep access routes for emergency vehicles as well as working paths in the forest and vineyards always clear. For overnight stays with campers and caravans, there are specifically designated motorhome parking spaces.
Coordinates
Author’s map recommendations
Leisure map of the Bienwald region Kandel, hiking routes in the South Palatinate (descriptions with map extracts), available from Südpfalz Tourismus Kandel e.V., Georg-Todt-Str. 2a, 76870 Kandel, Tel.: 07275/619945, info@suedpfalz-tourismus-kandel.de or here
Book recommendations for this region:
Equipment
For our hiking tours, we recommend the following standard equipment:
- sturdy footwear
- weather-appropriate clothing
- sun and rain protection
- sufficient supply of food and drinks, as there are not always places to eat or shop available and open
- Even though the paths are very well marked throughout, it is advisable for safety reasons to always carry a suitable hiking map, so that in emergencies such as thunderstorms you can quickly find a safe area.
Additionally, we recommend mosquito protection in the Bienwald, especially in the warmer months.
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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