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Mettweiler

Welcome to Mettweiler, a charming village in the heart of Birkenfeld, Germany. This travel guide gives you an overview of the geographical location and special features as well as the tourist attractions, cultural highlights and events, culinary specialities and the most important outdoor activities.

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Activities in Mettweiler


Attractions in Mettweiler


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Bike Riding · Pfälzer Bergland and Donnersberg
Kusel - Glan Valley, Nahe Valley and Castles
recommended route Difficulty difficult Open
Distance 129.8 km
Duration 10:05 h
Ascent 851 m
Descent 851 m

Fritz-Wunderlich Cycle Route into the Glan Valley. Glan-Blies Cycle Route to Staudernheim, through the Nahe Valley to Kronweiler, and via the ...

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from Jürgen Wachowski,   Pfälzer Bergland Tourismus GmbH
Bike Riding · Pfälzer Bergland and Donnersberg
Kusel - Fritz Wunderlich, Open-Air Museum and Castles
recommended route Difficulty difficult Open
Distance 129.8 km
Duration 10:05 h
Ascent 851 m
Descent 851 m

From Kusel via the Fritz Wunderlich Cycle Route, Glan-Blies Cycle Route, Nahe Cycle Route, Castle Cycle Route and back on the Fritz Wunderlich ...

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from Jürgen Wachowski,   Pfälzer Bergland Tourismus GmbH
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
Bicycle Rides · Hunsrück - Nahe
Castle Route: Frauenberg - Thallichtenberg
recommended route Difficulty difficult Open
Distance 30 km
Duration 2:20 h
Ascent 756 m
Descent 789 m

28 km long cycle route between the castle ruins Frauenburg and Burg Lichtenberg

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Urlaubsregion Baumholder
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 70.3 km
Duration 5:21 h
Ascent 852 m
Descent 1,108 m

The partial stage of the Rhineland-Palatinate cycle route leads from Hermeskeil, through the Hunsrück-Hochwald National Park via Birkenfeld into ...

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from Sandra Wenz,   Birkenfelder Land
Difficulty moderate
Distance 67 km
Duration 6:43 h
Ascent 713 m
Descent 724 m

Albersbach- Niederstaufenbach-Altenglan-Kusel- Mayweilerhof-Oberalben-Dennweiler-Frohnbach-Breitsesterhof-Engelmichel-Baumholder/Badesee return ...

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from Gipfelstürmeroldie Schnorres,   Community
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
Difficulty
Distance 65.8 km
Duration 7:59 h
Ascent 1,057 m
Descent 1,054 m

schöne Tour nach Baumholder über Mayweilerhof- Körborn-Breitesterhof -Eschelbacherhof und wieder zurück über Eschelbacherhof-Mettweilker- ...

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from Gipfelstürmeroldie Schnorres,   Community
Difficulty difficult
Distance 166.2 km
Duration 9:35 h
Ascent 2,184 m
Descent 2,184 m

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Difficulty moderate
Distance 97.4 km
Duration 5:34 h
Ascent 1,195 m
Descent 1,195 m

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Mettweiler is located on the edge of the Saar-Hunsrück Nature Park and offers breathtaking scenery with picturesque forests, rolling hills and crystal clear rivers. It is a perfect destination for nature lovers or people in search of peace and relaxation.

One of the most famous sights in Mettweiler is the 18th century Birkenfeld Castle. Today, the castle houses the Rhineland-Palatinate State Office for Surveying and Basic Information (LVermGeo). Another highlight are the historic half-timbered houses around the market square.

Culture enthusiasts can visit the museum in the Altes Amtshaus or take a guided tour of the historic old town. In summer, concerts are held regularly on the market square.

For gourmets, Mettweiler also has a lot to offer: Try local specialities such as "Saumagen" (a type of stuffed pork stomach) or enjoy regional wines at a wine tasting in one of the many wineries in the area.

The region is also ideal for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, fishing and canoeing. In spring and summer you can admire the flowering meadows or go swimming in one of the many lakes.

If it rains, there is still plenty to do: Visit the indoor swimming pool "Das Bad" or take a trip to the nearby wildlife park.

Mettweiler is worth a visit at any time of the year, but it is especially beautiful in autumn when the leaves turn colourful and a walk through the forest becomes unforgettable.

Overall, Mettweiler offers everything for a relaxing holiday away from mass tourism. This travel guide is designed to help you get the most out of your stay!

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