Saar-Hunsrück Climb - 17th stage: Sohren (North) - Hahn - Altlay
- start: Sohren (North)
- destination: Altlay
- medium
- 10,35 km
- 3 hours 30 minutes
- 167 m
- 493 m
- 311 m
- 60 / 100
- 40 / 100
The Saar-Hunsrück Climb between Sohren (North), Hahn and Altlay is easy to walk due to its length and few inclines.
After crossing the B 50, the stage leads to a great vantage point with a view of the Idarkopf and the surrounding area. Passing an old Jewish cemetery, the route leads through forest to the geographical center of Rhineland-Palatinate with opportunities to rest.
After a beautiful forest passage, we cross the L 193. On the other side, the path leads us to a plateau, which offers an outstanding panoramic view over the entire Hunsrück as far as the Moselle valley.
At another vantage point, we catch sight of the Hahn airport runway and, with a bit of luck, can see planes landing right in front of us.
The path then dips down into a quiet, rustic stream valley with beautiful woodland. After a short climb, we reach our destination of Altlay.
General information
Safety Guidelines
Sure-footedness and a good level of fitness are essential prerequisites for tackling this premium long-distance hiking trail.
Equipment
The Saar-Hunsrück-Steig is a near-natural trail, 65% of which is over soft forest soil, grass paths or along streams. However, this special quality can also lead to problems after long periods of rain and make parts of the trail difficult to walk on. Sturdy footwear is therefore highly recommended.
Tip
Jewish cemetery near Sohren
In a forest near Sohren, we pass a well-preserved Jewish cemetery.
Geographical center of Rhineland-Palatinate
The geographical center of Rhineland-Palatinate near Bärenbach offers a covered rest area and a memorial stone
with information.
Simultankirche Hahn
The simultaneous church in Hahn, dating from 1689, is one of 65 simultaneous churches in Germany where Protestant and Catholic Christians share the use.
Hahn Airport
The former US military airport has been used as a passenger and cargo airport since 1993.
Parking
Parking lot at the crossing of the L 193
(north of Hahn Airport)
Sohren, center
Hahn Airport
Additional Information
Tourist-Info Kirchberg
Marktplatz 6
55481 Kirchberg
Phone +49 6763 910144
touristik@kirchberg-hunsrueck.de
www.kirchberg-hunsrueck.de
Zeller Land Tourismus GmbH
Balduinstr. 44
56856 Zell
Phone +49 6542 96220
info@zellerland.de
www.zellerland.de
Website of the Saar-Hunsrück-Steig: www.saar-hunsrueck-steig.de
Weather
This tour is presented by: Hunsrück-Nahe Tourismus GmbH, Author: Iris Müller