Alf valley views - circular route No. 5 (green)
- start: Free public parking lot at the Springiersbach monastery
- destination: Springiersbach monastery parking lot
- medium
- 9,52 km
- 3 hours
- 205 m
- 330 m
- 165 m
- 60 / 100
- 40 / 100
Well signposted circular route No. 5 (green) from the Springiersbach monastery through the Kondelwald and a side valley of the Alf. Beautiful views into the Füllersbach valley, into the Alfbach valley towards Bengel and Springiersbach.
Approximately a 10 km hike through the Kondelwald and a side valley of the Alf. The path offers great views into the Alf valley, towards Bengel and Springiersbach, and in good visibility even to the Wittlich basin. The constant change of uphill and downhill, as well as long flat sections, make the route very varied. The path is very well signposted No. 5 (green), well maintained, and walkable at any time of the year.
General information
Directions
Starting point is the public parking lot at the Springiersbach monastery church.
From here, follow a farm track past the Springiersbach hiking hut towards Kondelwald. Follow the signposted route No. 5 (green). Enjoy great views into the Alf valley, towards Bengel and Springiersbach. In good weather, you have an unobstructed view of the Wittlich basin. The constant change of uphill and downhill as well as long flat sections make the route very varied.
On the way back, the path leads past the Hommerichskopf with views of Bengel and the Alf valley, as well as past pastures and orchards. A rest can be taken at Jacobs Cross. A magnificent view of Springiersbach and the monastery church there invites you to linger.
At the next fork, keep left to reach the Springiersbach farm. From here you can already spot the bell tower of the monastery church.
At the end of the route, turn left back towards Springiersbach and to the starting point, the monastery church parking lot.
Safety Guidelines
Please stay on the paths to avoid disturbing the flora and fauna of the Kondelwald.
Equipment
Sturdy footwear and packed lunch are recommended.
Tip
Visit the monastery church with its baroque ceiling paintings and the choir stalls in the altar area. A visit to the monastery shop is also recommended.
Getting there
Take the B 49 to Bengel, turn off opposite the historic Springiersbach mills towards Springiersbach.
Parking
Free public parking opposite the Springiersbach monastery church.
Public transit
Maps
Topographic hiking map 1:25,000
Hiking area Moselle region Traben - Trarbach, Kröv
ISBN 978-3-944-620-24-4
Additional Information
Homepage of the local community Bengel
Homepage of Bengel with the district Springiersbach with lots of information and tips for leisure activities as well as accommodation options.
Weather
This tour is presented by: Moselregion Traben-Trarbach Kröv, Author: Jürgen Mohr