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Ellweiler

Ellweiler and Birkenfeld are two charming towns in the federal state of Rhineland-Palatinate that are definitely worth a visit as a destination. The geographical location of the two towns is surrounded by picturesque forests and rolling hills, making them a perfect destination for nature lovers.

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E-Bike · Hunsrück-Hochwald
RadLust loop WaterDreams
recommended route Difficulty moderate Open
Distance 44.6 km
Duration 3:20 h
Ascent 470 m
Descent 470 m

Nature enjoyment tour with train connection. Up to the Hunsrück-Hochwald National Park and along the Traunbach stream back to the Nahe valley.

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from Sandra Wenz,   Birkenfelder Land
Bicycle Rides · Hunsrück - Nahe
Through the green to Bostalsee
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 36 km
Duration 2:50 h
Ascent 320 m
Descent 320 m

This circular route combines the RadLust loop WasserTräume, the Sankt Wendeler Land rail cycle path, and the Nahe cycle path into a worthwhile ...

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from Katharina Martini,   Urlaubsregion Naheland
Long Distance Cycling · Hunsrück - Nahe
Nahe cycle path - From the source to the mouth
recommended route Difficulty difficult Open
Distance 130.7 km
Duration 10:30 h
Ascent 400 m
Descent 824 m

From the source in Selbach in Saarland at the Bostalsee to the mouth into the Rhine at Bingen, the Nahe cycle path extends over 135 kilometers.

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from Naheland-Touristik GmbH,   Urlaubsregion Naheland
recommended route Difficulty difficult Open
Distance 116.1 km
Duration 6:55 h
Ascent 1,800 m
Descent 1,800 m

Do you accept the challenge? The road bike challenge to Erbeskopf – the highest summit in Rhineland-Palatinate – with almost 2000 meters of altitude?

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from Katharina Martini,   Hunsrück
Road Bike · Hunsrück - Nahe
RadLust - Road Bike Route
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 49.9 km
Duration 2:40 h
Ascent 514 m
Descent 514 m

The road bike route is available as a gpx track, it is not signposted.

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from Sandra Wenz,   Birkenfelder Land
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 50 km
Duration 4:05 h
Ascent 317 m
Descent 541 m

From the Nahe spring past Bostalsee into the Birkenfeld region to the gemstone town, as a long day stage or as a two-day route on the westernmost ...

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from Sandra Wenz,   Birkenfelder Land
Hiking Trail · Hunsrück - Nahe
Nohfelden - Elsenfels
Difficulty easy
Distance 1.4 km
Duration 0:40 h
Ascent 47 m
Descent 26 m

Beautiful small tour. Also suitable for families with children. Great view from the rock at the top. Two great spots with benches.

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from Dominik W.,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Hunsrück - Nahe
Hankman´s Tour 48: Türkismühle- Birkenfeld
Difficulty moderate
Distance 31.3 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 255 m
Descent 255 m

a beautiful circular route from Türkismühle to Birkenfeld

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from Ralf Hanke,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Hunsrück - Nahe
R3 from Rinzenberg
Map / R3 from Rinzenberg
Difficulty moderate
Distance 34.2 km
Duration 2:31 h
Ascent 418 m
Descent 419 m

Circular tour around Birkenfeld. Forest paths gravelled and asphalted as well as public roads. Wonderful views en route, including over Birkenfeld ...

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from Christoph Welsch,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Hunsrück - Nahe
"Abentheuer"-Tour Felsen-Nahe-Bostalsee
Difficulty difficult
Distance 67.6 km
Duration 5:25 h
Ascent 829 m
Descent 826 m

eMTB- oder Trekkingrad wird empfohlen Halb Teer/Halb Schotter

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from Christoph Kolz,   Community
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The numerous sights in Ellweiler and Birkenfeld are particularly relevant for tourism. These include Birkenfeld Castle, the old town hall and the historic market square with its colourful half-timbered houses. A visit to the Saar-Hunsrück Nature Park, which is located right outside the town, is also highly recommended.

Cultural highlights can also be discovered in Ellweiler and Birkenfeld: for example, there are various museums here, such as the local history museum or the mineral and mining museum.

For those who like to try culinary specialities, the regional cuisine is a must: this includes hearty specialities such as liver dumplings or spaetzle with lentils - but sweet delicacies such as apple strudel or Black Forest cherry cake should not be missing from any menu!

Outdoor activities are particularly good in Ellweiler and Birkenfeld: Whether hiking through idyllic landscapes in spring or summer, cycling through colourful autumn landscapes in October or skiing on snowy slopes in winter - everyone gets their money's worth here. Hikes through the Saar-Hunsrück Nature Park or along the idyllic Ellweilerbach stream are particularly beautiful.

Even when the weather is bad, there is plenty to do in Ellweiler and Birkenfeld: for example, a visit to the indoor swimming pool, one of the many museums or even a guided tour of the town is worthwhile.

Summarising, it can be said that Ellweiler and Birkenfeld are definitely worth recommending as a destination - whether for nature lovers, those interested in culture or active holidaymakers. Here you can find everything your heart desires!

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  • May 12, 2024
    E. R.
    May 12, 2024
    Wir sind am Mitfahrerparkplatz gegenüber der Tankstelle in Neumühle im Uhrzeigersinn gestartet. So konnten wir kurz vor Schluss noch in Birkenfeld einkehren (zufällig war Weinfest). Abwechslungsreich, landschaftlich sehr schön, manchmal schöne Aussicht, mit E-Bike gut zu fahren trotz teilweise steilem Anstieg. Unterwegs geht es zeitweise über holprige Waldwege. Die Beschilderung ist vor allem in Birkenfeld nicht optimal. Danke für die Route.
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    Written May 12, 2024
  • September 20, 2023
    Berthold Bartel
    Die zum Teil schlechte Bewertung vom Nahe Radweg kann ich so nicht unkommentiert stehen lassen. Den Nahe-Radweg schlecht zu bewerten, weil einem nur ein Teilstück nicht gefallen hat finde ich nicht in Ordnung. Immerhin sind es 135 KM die dadurch schlecht wegkommen. Ich kenn den Weg von vielen Touren, da ich in der Gemeinde Nohfelden wohne und auch die Gesamtstrecke schon mehrmals gefahren bin. Für mich ist einzig der Teilabschnitt von Idar-Oberstein in Richtung Kirn als kritisch zu betrachten und auch die Baustelle zwischen Niederhausen und Bad Münster. Jedoch auf die Länge des Weges gesehen ist es nur ein Teilstück. Vielleicht sollte man inzwischen nochmals über die Streckenführung insgesamt nachdenken.
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    Written September 20, 2023

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