Mackener fernSehen

From the parking lot near the "Forellenzucht" the path leaves the Baybach valley along the local stream through the forest to the Hunsrück heights with a moderate but steady ascent. After about 6 kilometers, the 'Otto-Andreas-Turm' is reached southwest of the village of Macken, whose silhouette is reflected in the symbol of the signposts. From the viewing platform at almost 400 m above sea level, there is a magnificent view over the Vorderhunsrück and the Moselle valley far into the Eifel. From here, the path goes almost only downhill. Past fields and scattered orchards, the path leads along the edge of the village, then back into the forest, past the old quarry and from there further into the valley to the Baybach near the confluence of the Eveshausen stream. The path continues downstream along the stream. On a section of the dream loop "Murscher Eselsche" you finally return to the starting point near the inn "Forellenzucht".

For your own safety and the protection of flora and fauna, please always stay on the marked paths. The hiking trail has partly steep, difficult, and slippery sections in rainy or winter weather. Therefore, sure-footedness and good physical condition are essential prerequisites.

NOTE:

We strive to announce all closures caused by forestry work or hunting parties on this platform. Nevertheless, there are situations where hiking trails are closed and perhaps we have not been informed. Should you unexpectedly encounter a trail closure or detour, we ask you to observe the instructions for your own safety.

Hazard situations:

If an emergency occurs, quick help is needed. And even though mobile phones can send GPS signals, classical rescue points are often the fastest way. These are located at spots easily accessible to rescue vehicles. Remember the points with green signs and a white cross. In case of emergency, return there and provide the number on the sign during your emergency call. This way, rescuers know exactly where to find you.

Shelters are available at
km 2.5 (300 m northwest; N 50°10.64" , E 007° 22.68")
km 6.3 (on the path; N 50°10.16" , E 007° 23.60")
km 8.7 (on the path; N 50°10.21" , E 007° 24.48" )

There are 4 rescue points ('Help in the Forest') distributed along the entire route

- Sturdy and comfortable footwear.

- Weather-appropriate clothing, if necessary in layers.

- Backpack with provisions: enough to drink and possibly food, as there are not always refreshment or shopping facilities available or open.

- Depending on the weather, sun or rain protection, as well as mosquito/tick protection.

Stopover at the Forellenzucht. Large beer garden open in summer. 

With binoculars, much more interesting things can be discovered from the viewing platform in good weather than with the naked eye...

Drive the B 49 upstream the Moselle to Burgen. In the town center, turn left into Baybachstraße (L 2059 towards Macken). After approx. 3.5 km, Forellenzucht is located on the left side of the road, which is also the starting point. 

Parking options (no official hiking parking lots!) are available on the right and left side next to the state road at kilometer 3.3.

Accessible by bus

Sustainably traveling with public transport.

Bus:

Regular service bus line 31 or 349 towards the Moselle upstream to the stop Marktplatz Bus platform C, Burgen (Mosel). There change to bus line 369 (call line, please register up to 60 minutes before departure: (02633) 2009600 (6 a.m.-10 p.m.), groups of 5 persons or more up to 2 working days before departure call (02633) 2009600), to the stop Forellenzucht Bus platform A, Macken. 

VRM bus lines 349, 369, and 745 according to the timetable (NOT on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays)

Link to timetable information: https://www.vrminfo.de/

 Leisure map Moselle "Maifeld and Lower Moselle" (1:25,000), ISBN: 978-3-944620-16-9

Hiking and cycling map "This way" - free overview map 

Tourist Information Sunny Lower Moselle, Moselstraße 7, 56332 Alken | Tel.: +49 (0) 2605 / 8472736 | touristik@sonnige-untermosel.de | www.sonnige-untermosel.de 

Further route suggestions: Hiking routes in the Lower Moselle and Middle Rhine region

Link Lower Moselle: https://www.sonnige-untermosel.de/list/aktiv/wandern

Link Middle Rhine: https://www.erlebnis-rheinbogen.de/natur-freizeit/unsere-wanderwege