Mesenicher Steinreichskäpp cultural route in Mesenich/Moselle
- easy
- 3,07 km
- 55 minutes
- 74 m
- 163 m
- 88 m
- 60 / 100
- 10 / 100
The thematic areas of geology, humans, and history are creatively presented using information boards and sculptures. As a hiker, you also have the opportunity to engage creatively and actively with stones.
The cultural route “Mesenicher Steinreichskäpp” is an experience offer in the WineCultureLand Moselle. As part of the Moselle experience route, the long-distance hiking trail between Trier and Koblenz, it enriches the many thematic paths in an artistic and humorous way. At the center of the cultural route is the human being, who created Moselle culture in the tension between nature and landscape.
Here in Mesenich, the central themes revolve around geology: water, stone, and wine – this concise formula guides the content and design of our cultural project. So it is primarily the stone-carved heads of Mesenich personalities as well as the playful engagement with stones that make the special feature of the “Steinreichskäpp”.
Hikers are also given the opportunity to engage creatively and actively with stones. Our cultural route leads over well-developed paths from the “Briederner Schweiz” to the “Senheim Sculpture Park” through three experience and
Thematic areas:
• Moselle riverbank: water
• Village of Mesenich: building blocks and top wines
• Vineyard path: stone and wine
General information
Safety Guidelines
Special caution is required during and after rain, snowfall, or ice. Walk carefully, wear good footwear, and avoid overestimating yourself and risky excursions.
Be sure to take enough provisions (especially mineral water). However, watch the weight of your backpack. Take breaks, carry a mobile phone (for emergencies), and avoid hiking if there is a risk of thunderstorms.
Equipment
For the hike, sturdy footwear and weatherproof clothing are required.
Tip
After a hike, a delicious Moselle wine in the wine-growing village of Mesenich is recommended.
Getting there
From Koblenz / Cologne:
A 48 to Kaisersesch, L 98 towards Cochem. There cross the bridge and follow L 98 along the Moselle upstream via Beilstein.
From Mainz:
A 61 to Rheinböllen, B 50 towards Trier. At Kirchberg onto B 421 towards Zell / Moselle. At Tellig onto L 98 via Grenderich to Senheim. Here turn right / downstream on Moselle via L 98 to Mesenich.
From Trier:
A 1 / A 48 to Wittlich, B 49 towards Zell / Moselle. Follow B 49 until you reach Nehren via Alf. Then onto L 98 and over bridge towards Senheim and along the right bank of the Moselle.
Public transit
Maps
Hiking map Moselle
Scale 1 : 25,000
ISBN 978-3-89637-256-7
€6.90
Additional Information
Tourist Information Ferienland Cochem, Endertplatz 1, 56812 Cochem
Tel.: +49 (0) 2671-6004-0, Fax: +49 (0) 2671-6004-44
E-mail: info@ferienland-cochem.de
Pavings
- Asphalt Coating (8%)
- Crushed Rock (38%)
- Hiking Trail (53%)
Weather
This tour is presented by: Ferienland Cochem, Author: Tourist-Information Ferienland Cochem