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Hiking : Windrose

Germany Saarland Regionalverband Saarbrücken

This easy hiking route in the area starts at a parking lot with no fees located right at the trailhead. As you begin your journey, you'll pass by a historic wayside cross at 0.16 kilometers from the start. Further along the trail at 0.71 kilometers, you'll come across another wayside cross with historical significance.

Continuing on, at 0.37 kilometers into the hike, you'll find a natural spring where you can refill your water bottle. Around 1.04 kilometers from the start, you'll encounter a wayside cross located on the trail itself.

At 1.19 kilometers into the hike, you'll reach a scenic picnic site named Rastplatz Vogesenblick with a lovely viewpoint called Windrose nearby. The Windrose viewpoint is wheelchair-accessible and offers stunning views of the surrounding area.

On your way back, remember to take a break at one of the benches located at 1.19 kilometers from the start. Additionally, keep an eye out for the artwork installation named Sternenfeld, situated 1.19 kilometers from the beginning of the hike.

This out-and-back trail covers a distance of 2.377 kilometers with an elevation gain of 34 meters, making it a relatively easy hike suitable for all skill levels. Remember to bring plenty of water, wear comfortable hiking shoes, and check the weather forecast before embarking on this scenic adventure.