Attractions in Sonnschied
Highlights
Circular tour north of the Nahe valley with an interesting stream crossing
The panoramic route on the Sonnenplateau in EdelSteinLand offers stunning views over the plateau heights on a route length of about 40 km.
A hike into silence and solitude – right in the middle of Germany.
Beautiful forests, deep valleys and wide heights accompany us on the Saar-Hunsrück Climb stage from Herrstein to Forellenhof Reinhardtsmühle.
Experience your multi-day gravel fairytale in the Hunsrück-Nahe region through the Hunsrück-Hochwald National Park, the Idarwald, the Soonwald ...
The very first stage of the Soonwaldsteig from Kirn to Rudolfshaus is full of surprises: rough rocks, old walls, and babbling brooks included!
Medieval castles and evidence of slate mining line the unspoilt and wild natural landscape in the dreamy Hahnenbach Valley.
Do you accept the challenge? The road bike challenge to Erbeskopf – the highest summit in Rhineland-Palatinate – with almost 2000 meters of altitude?
Our 3-day route starts in Kirn and ends in Fischbach an der Nahe. From there, we took the regional train back to Kirn in a few minutes.
From the foot of the Idarwald through the Hunsrück heights into the Hahnenbach valley to the picturesque Schmidtburg.
An absolute must during your visit to Sonnschied is a trip to the ruins of Schmidtburg Castle. This impressive fortress was built in the 12th century and offers spectacular views of the surrounding area. Also worth seeing are the church of St. Michaelis with its baroque altarpiece and the local history museum, which deals with the life of people in earlier times.
Culture enthusiasts should definitely visit the annual music festival or take part in a guided hike through the nature park. Sonnschied also has a lot to offer in terms of culinary delights - be sure to try the regional specialities such as Pfälzer Saumagen or Handkäs mit Musik.
The best time for outdoor activities is between spring and autumn, when it is pleasantly warm. Hike along the Traumschleifen hiking trail or explore the surroundings by bike. In winter, you can go skiing and snowboarding in the nearby winter sports areas.
If it rains, we recommend a visit to the Steinkaulenberg gemstone mine or the Rheinböllen wildlife park. Both attractions offer a unique experience for young and old.
The most beautiful places in Sonnschied are undoubtedly the picturesque villages with their traditional half-timbered houses and narrow streets. Here you will also find cosy inns where you can relax after an eventful day.
Overall, Sonnschied is definitely worth a trip - whether for nature lovers, culture enthusiasts or active holidaymakers. We hope this guide will help you get the most out of your stay!
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