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Eckersweiler

Welcome to Eckersweiler, a picturesque destination in the heart of Birkenfeld. This charming little town is idyllically situated on the edge of the Hunsrück-Hochwald National Park and offers a wealth of activities and attractions for visitors of all ages.

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Attractions in Eckersweiler


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Thematic Trail · Rhineland-Palatinate
Historic Burglichtenberg District Trail
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 13.5 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 198 m
Descent 198 m

Themed hiking trail following the footsteps of the former Burglichtenberg district. Around the villages of Berschweiler and Eckersweiler, the ...

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from Jessica Zimmer - VGBH,   Urlaubsregion Baumholder
Thematic Trail · Sankt Wendel County
Achatweg Freisen
recommended route Difficulty difficult Open
Distance 6.7 km
Duration 2:05 h
Ascent 228 m
Descent 223 m

Hiking on the geotrail in the realm of noble stones.

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from Gemeinde Freisen,   Touristik & Freizeit Sankt Wendeler Land
Hiking Trail · Pfalz
Achatweg Freisen
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 6.7 km
Duration 2:45 h
Ascent 213 m
Descent 213 m

Hike on the geopath in the realm of noble stones. The Achatweg Freisen offers an insight into the 290 million-year-old earth history at Hellerberg.

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Gemeinde Freisen
Bicycle Rides · Pfalz
Freisen Energy Tour 2
recommended route Difficulty
Distance 24.9 km
Duration 1:30 h
Ascent 496 m
Descent 496 m

Over the Freisener Höhe to the Mithras Cult Site near Schwarzerden and to the Weiselberg

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from Achim Später,   Gemeinde Freisen
Hiking Trail · Pfalz
Saar-Glan-Weg, stage 04/05
Difficulty easy
Distance 16.3 km
Duration 4:25 h
Ascent 171 m
Descent 303 m

Freisen - Dennweiler-Frohnbach

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from Strauchs Wanderlust,   Community
Hiking Trail · Pfalz
Agate Trail
Difficulty moderate
Distance 7.6 km
Duration 2:35 h
Ascent 200 m
Descent 199 m

Circular hiking trail near Freisen

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from Strauchs Wanderlust,   Community
Hiking Trail · Sankt Wendel County
2022.02.13 Freisen
Map / 2022.02.13 Freisen
Difficulty moderate
Distance 8.6 km
Duration 1:59 h
Ascent 210 m
Descent 198 m

rundtour

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from Horst Eifler,   Community
Map / Achatweg Freisen 05.05.2022 05:31
Difficulty easy
Distance 7.2 km
Duration 1:40 h
Ascent 191 m
Descent 196 m

Achatweg Freisen

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from Ingo B,   Community
Hiking Trail · Hunsrück - Nahe
Eckersweiler 09.06.2022 08:07:25
Map / Eckersweiler 09.06.2022 08:07:25
Difficulty moderate
Distance 13.8 km
Duration 3:37 h
Ascent 205 m
Descent 228 m

rund um Eckersweiler

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from Ines Klingshirn,   Community
Hiking Trail · Pfalz
Achatweg
Difficulty
Distance 7.1 km
Duration 2:15 h
Ascent 199 m
Descent 198 m

Der Weg hat 7,1km Ein schöner kleiner Wanderweg den man immer wieder laufen kann. Auf dem Weg geht es rund um den Achatabbau der hier bis in die ...

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from Dirk Rüger,   Community
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Eckersweiler is known for its breathtaking landscape with dense forests, rolling hills and clear streams. Here you can experience nature up close and get some exercise on hikes or bike tours. The best seasons for this are spring to autumn, when the weather is mild and the flowers are in bloom.

One of the tourist attractions in Eckersweiler is Birkenfeld Castle, an impressive Baroque building from the 18th century that is now used as the administrative headquarters. Another highlight is the historic old town with its narrow streets and half-timbered houses as well as the numerous cafés and restaurants.

Cultural highlights can also be discovered: The Haus Beda cultural centre regularly hosts exhibitions of contemporary art as well as concerts of various genres such as jazz or classical music.

If it ever rains, we recommend a visit to the Idar-Oberstein Mineral Museum or the Gemstone World Museum gemstone experience centre - both places offer fascinating insights into the world of stones.

For culinary discoveries, you should definitely try the regional specialities, such as the Hunsrücker Schwenkbraten or the Birkenfeld beer. Visit one of the cosy inns in the village.

Eckersweiler is also a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts: in addition to hiking and cycling, you can also go climbing, horseback riding or fishing here. In winter, the region beckons with skiing and snowboarding on the surrounding mountains.

Where is it most beautiful in Eckersweiler? That's hard to say - every visitor is sure to discover their own favourite spots. But walks through the national park and excursions to the nearby Nahe and Moselle rivers are particularly recommended.

Overall, Eckersweiler is definitely worth a trip - as a travel guide, this place offers countless opportunities for relaxation, activity and recreation amidst a breathtaking natural backdrop.

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  • August 15, 2025
    Corinna Eck
    Wunderschöne saubere und gut ausgestattete Wohnung, sehr nette Gastgeber. Wir haben uns mit unseren beiden Hunden sehr willkommen gefühlt. Auch unser Pferd hatte mit Offenstall und großer baumbeschatteter Koppel eine Traumunterkunft. Eigentlich 6 von 5 Sternen 😉
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    Photo: Corinna Eck, Community
    Written August 15, 2025
  • January 07, 2023
    Evelyn Schneider
    January 07, 2023
    Sehr schöner Rundweg mit tollen Aussichtspunkten und gute Infotafen über Achate
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    Written January 07, 2023
    Thematic Trail
    Achatweg Freisen
  • October 09, 2022
    Ela - Adventure Bouvels 
    October 03, 2022
    überweigend Wegführung auf sehr übersichtlichen Schotterwegen aber tolle Aussichten, gute Hinweistafeln und imposante Steinformationen
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    Written October 09, 2022
    Hiking Trail
    Achatweg Freisen
  • October 22, 2020
    Karl Döppner
    Schöne Wälder, gute Waldwege, wenig Singletrails, leider auch etwas Asphalt. Tolle Steinbrüche und immer wieder gute Infotafeln. Der kurze Weg lädt zum lesen und verweilen ein. Neben den Gesteinsformationen sind die Ausblicke ins Land sehenswert. Der kurze Wanderspass wird leider durch die Geräuschkulisse der nahen Autobahn getrübt.
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    Written October 22, 2020
    Thematic Trail
    Achatweg Freisen
  • October 21, 2018
    Beate Tiefenbrunner
    Im Herbst - traumhaft! Für einen Sonntagnachmittag zu empfehlen. Ca. 3 Stunden. Steine, Felsen...alles wild überwuchert. Was für's Auge.
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    Sonntag, 21. Oktober 2018 10:22:35 nachm.
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    Sonntag, 21. Oktober 2018 10:23:10 nachm.
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    Sonntag, 21. Oktober 2018 10:23:24 nachm.
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    Sonntag, 21. Oktober 2018 10:24:46 nachm.
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    Written October 21, 2018
    Thematic Trail
    Achatweg Freisen
  • May 11, 2018
    Joachim Weis
    Sehr imposant! Interessante Infotafeln und schöne Aussichtspunkte. Die Basaltrosette muss man gesehen haben!
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    Written May 11, 2018
    Hiking Trail
    Achatweg Freisen
  • August 08, 2017
    Stephan Diether
    Schöne Tour, vor allem wenn man den asphaltierten Weg am Anfang verlassen hat. Die Rose ist sehr beeindruckend
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    Written August 08, 2017
    Hiking Trail
    Achatweg Freisen
  • August 21, 2016
    Ernst Knecht
    August 21, 2016
    Tolle Wanderung. Abwechslungsreich und sehr gut Beschildert. Sehr schöne Aussichtspunkte
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    Written August 21, 2016
    Hiking Trail
    Achatweg Freisen

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