Dahn Rockland

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DAHN ROCKLAND

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CONTENTS Ed ito ri a l 0 6 Good things close at hand

Sig ht s 08 10 1 4 16 18

Rocks, colours, formations Secrets of the earth Ancient ruins prepared for the future On habitats A look on biosphere

A k tiv 20 22 2 4 26 2 8 3 0

Ascension to the Champions League A walk for hikers Circuits for cyclists Mountains for bikers Adapted for the whole family We can make it!

We ll n e s s 3 2 Forest bathing taken literally 3 4 Perfectly healthy

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Cu l i n a r y p l e a s u r e 3 6 A landscape for gourmets 3 8 Take a break the Palatine way 4 0 From gourmet to gourmand

Cu l tu ra l of fe r s 4 2 Culture with many prospects 4 4 Popular legends 4 6 Villages prepared for the future 4 8 PfälzerwaldCard

Sig ht s 6 4 Criteria for the partner companies of the

premium hiking region Dahn Rockland Destinations in the surroundings Destinations in Dahn Rockland

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State-approved climatic spa, Dahn 5

GOOD THINGS CLOSE AT HAND

Schandariturm, Erfweiler

Pro s p e c t s for explorers and gourmets, for hiking enthusiasts and wellness fans i n t h e Da h n Ro c k l a n d r e g io n a r e l e g e n d a r y. For people looking for good things in life instinctively close-by rather than on a long-distance journey into uncertainty, there is no way to miss out on this premium destination. This is not only assured by twelve premium trails but also by an astonishing amount of joyful experiences for people yearning for freedom and inspiration.

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View from the rock massif Sprinzel, Busenberg

Castle ruins Neudahn, Dahn

Durstigfelsen, Bruchweiler-Bärenbach

Sägmühlweiher, Ludwigswinkel

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L채mmerfelsen, Dahn

Weisse Madonna, Hitzenfels Fischbach

Felsmassiv Geiersteine, Bruchweiler-B채renbach

Rumbergt체rme, Ludwigswinkel

ROCKS, COLOURS, FORMATIONS

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Felsmassiv Braut und Br채utigam, Dahn

View from the rock massif Schlüsselfels, Busenberg

Le g e n d a r y a r e t h e co l o u r s a n d fo rm s of the multitude of rock formations predominating the landscape – and lending the region its name. The contrasts between the fiery red sandstones and the lush green of the forests they protrude from are spectacular.

Hahnfelsen, Erfweiler

Römerfelsen, Dahn

Pfaffenfels, Schönau

Adelsnadel, Rumbach

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Guided tour in the exhibition mine Eisenerzgrube, Nothweiler

SECRETS OF THE EARTH

Exhibition mine Eisenerzgrube, Nothweiler

The Rockland has l e g e n d a r y s ig ht s to offer fo r g e o l og i s t s and other “down-to-earth” people – over- and underground. Discover the geological mysteries revealed by a landscape of unearthly beauty – for example.

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Rock massifs Satansbrocken and Hexenpilz, Dahn

Kapellenfelsen, Schindhard

Fladensteine, Bundenthal

Rock massif “Fladensteine“ at the geo-trail, Bundenthal

The Flyer “Geologischer Lehrpfad“ is available free of charge at the tourist information of Dahn Rockland.

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Castle ruins Wegelnburg, Schรถnau/Nothweiler 13

ANCIENT RUINS PREPARED FOR THE FUTURE

Rock massif Drachenfels, Busenberg

Rock massif Lützelhardt/F

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Rock massif Petite Arnsbourg/F

Rock massif Froensbourg/F

Rock massif Löwenstein/F

Rock massif Alt-Dahn, Grafendahn und Tanstein, Dahn

Rock massif Neudahn, Dahn

Rock massif Berwartstein, Erlenbach

Rock massif Blumenstein, SchĂśnau

N ot o n ly t h e s to rie s a n d l e g e n d s woven around the many medieval castles in this region a r e l e g e n d a r y. The efforts taken to preserve these ancient ruins are remarkable, thereby breathing life back into history and making it so palpable that visitors live a unique overall experience.

Rock massif Wasigenstein/F

Rock massif Fleckenstein/F

Rock massif Hohenbourg/F

Castle Adventure Price: 3,70 â‚Ź

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Springs along the fountains- and spring trail, Fischbach

RĂśsselsquelle, Ludwigswinkel

ON HABITATS Wehranlage, Bruchweiler-Bärenbach

Wehranlage, Bundenthal

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Wehranlage, Bobenthal

Th e a b u n d a n ce of ra r e a n i m a l s a n d p l a nt s in the Rockland i s l e g e n d a r y. Ponds and pools, still waters and weirs, springs and brooks are natural habitats for dragonflies, amphibians and wild orchids. Dedicated people work hard to preserve these biotopes.

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A LOOK ON BIOSPHERE

Our new citizen, the lynx

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Th e s k i l l s of t h e lyn x a r e l e g e n d a r y – in particular as far as sight and hearing are concerned. Those who have eyes like a lynx, along with a bit of patience and luck, might even get to see the shy Pantherinae within the 3000 square metres of the trans-boundary Palatinate Forest-North Vosges Biosphere Reserve, the first of its kind recognised by the UNESCO in 1998.

Da h n e r Fe l s e n l a n d

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ASCENSION TO THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE

Büttelfels, Dahn

Th e a s ce n s io n of Da h n Ro c k l a n d to t h e C h a m p io n s Le a g u e of p r e m i u m t ra i l p rovi d e r s i s l e g e n d a r y. For, the German Hiking Institute has awarded the region with the coveted title “premium hiking region”. This is the first distinction of this kind for the Palatinate and the fifth throughout Germany. 12 premium hiking trails and 3 premium walking trails along with 40 circular trails make for diversity in the “premium hiking region”. It is particularly delightful to go on exploration both here and in Northern Alsace.

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Spießwoogweiher pond at the biosphere trail, Fischbach

Viewpoint Schwalbenfelsen, Dahn The trail map “12 Premiumwege“ (12 premium trails) is available free of charge at the tourist information of Dahn Rockland.

Wandern und Radfahren im Dahner Felsenland (Hiking and cycling in Dahn Rockland) 1: 25.000, Pietruska Verlag Price 8,90 € Available at the tourist information of Dahn Rockland and in bookshops.

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“Christkindelsfels” rock at the “Panoramaweg”, Rumbach

Nature reserve “Moosbachtal” at the ”Neudahn-Tourl”, Dahn

Schwalbenfels at the “Kauert-Tour”, Dahn

A WALK FOR HIKERS

“Felsentor” at the “Neudahn-Tour”, Dahn

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“Felsenarena” at the “Kauert-Tour”, Dahn

Th e Ro c k l a n d i s a l s o l e g e n d a rily s u it a b l e fo r t h o s e w h o p r efe r s of t exe rci s e. Three new premium walking trails of about five kilometres length and between 130 and 180 metres altitude offer relaxation while strolling amidst the most beautiful landscapes: the “Panoramaweg” in Rumbach as well as the two premium walking trails in Dahn “Kauert-Tour” and “BurgNeudahn-Tour”.

Castle ruin Neudahn at the “Neudahn-Tour”, Dahn

The leaflet “3 PremiumSpazierwanderwege” is available free of charge at the tourist information of Dahn Rockland.

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German-French Pamina-Bike-trail in the Wieslautertal valley

CIRCUITS FOR CYCLERS

Bike trail “Biosphären-Tour”

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Le g e n d a r y s k i l l s a r e n ot n e ce s s a rily needed for joyful bike tours in the Rockland. Even those who simply want to enjoy the magnificent landscape on bike without hurry will get to their destination. Particularly charming: three beautiful adventure trails of varied length and difficulty.

The leaflets “Raderlebniswege� are available free of charge at the tourist information of Dahn Rockland.

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MOUNTAINS FOR BIKERS

900 km trails for path finders. The Palatinate Forest mountain bike park...offers dreamy, intertwined trails, quick transitions between steep ascents and technically demanding descents, impressive views and sights, romantic castles and last but not least cordial hospitality in rustic huts.

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The latest information on further trails, tours, events and workshops: www.dahner-felsenland.de and www.mountainbikepark-pfaelzerwald.de

The trail map is available free of charge at the tourist information of Dahn Rockland.

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Barefoot path, Ludwigswinkel

Castle-ruin Alt-Dahn, Dahn

ADAPTED FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

Treetop path at the biosphere house, Fischbach

Children’s playground “Keltenwiese” at the biosphere house

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Adventure for kids at castle massif Alt-Dahn, Dahn

Children’s playground in the leisure park “Birkenfeld”, Ludwigswinkel

Th e of fe r s fo r f a m i l ie s a r e l e g e n d a r y – not only because of the castles and rocks, but also because of hiking trails suitable for buggies, treetop paths, a barefoot path, hiking tours for kids or the exhibition mine for more profound exploration tours. The booklet “Tipps für Kids” is filled with great ideas.

The booklet “Tipps für Kids” is available free of charge at the tourist information of Dahn Rockland.

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WE CAN MAKE IT

“Spießwoogtal” valley at the biosphere house in Fischbach Wheelchair-tour at the barefoot path At the barrier-free viewpoint “Wasgaublick” on the hilltop “Großer Eyberg” bei Dahn 30

On the cycle track in the Kรถnigsbruch, Fischbach/Schรถnau

People depending on the use of devices due to a handicap will find l e g e n d a r y p o s s i b i l itie s fo r b a rrie r-f r e e va c atio n s . An astonishing multitude of trails help them advance softly through nature, high up in the air on the treetop trail or deep down in the exhibition mine.

The booklets are available free of charge at the tourist information of Dahn Rockland.

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FOREST BATHING TAKEN LITERALLY Swimming lake Sägmühlweiher, Ludwigswinkel

Swimming lake Schöntalweiher, Ludwigswinkel

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Swimming lake MĂźhlweiher (Saarbacherhammer) between Fischbach and Ludwigswinkel

Swimming lake Seehof, Erlenbach

Th e p u r e n e s s of t h e b ro o k s i n t h e Ro c k l a n d i s l e g e n d a r y. Some supply small swimming lakes in the middle of nature, offering cool refreshment and fun on hot summer days – a very popular alternative to baby blue swimming pool tiles.

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PERFECTLY HEALTHY Outdoor pool of the ”Felsland Badeparadies”

Finnish sauna in “Felsland Badeparadies”

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Swimming pool area in the �Felsland Badeparadies�

D i s cove r l e g e n d a r y s a u n a a r e a s a n d s wi m m i n g l a ke s , in- and outdoor pools, beauty and wellness offers in Dahn Rockland – whether in the Felsland-Badeparadies (5 star premium sauna) or in the hotel. Here, swimmers are completely in their element, the perfect opportunity to recharge energy. Happy instants for body and soul turn into unforgettable memories.

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A LANDSCAPE FOR GOURMETS

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Direct seller in Dahn Rockland

Th e of fe r of d e l icio u s s p e ci a l tie s available directly at the producers in the Rockland region i s l e g e n d a r y.

Farmer, breeder or master butcher – all have loads to offer thanks to nature. Short distances for product delivery enhance enjoyment and make buyers feel good about contributing to environmental protection.

The booklet “Erlebnisgastronomie” is available free of charge at the tourist information of Dahn Rockland.

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TAKE A BREAK THE PALATINE WAY

Typical dishes in the huts of the Palatinate Forest

The meeting point for young and old

Children enjoy the place as well

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Huts in the Dahn Rockland „ H i r ze c k h a u s “, Bobenthal www.pwv-bza.com „ A m S c h m a l s te i n “, Bruchweiler- Bärenbach www.pwv-ogbruchweiler.de „ D r a c h e n f e l s h ü t te “, Busenberg www.pwv-busenberg.de „ I m S c h n e i d e r f e l d “, Dahn www.pwv-dahn.de „Wa n d e r h e i m H o h e L i s t “, Ludwigswinkel www.hohelist.de Information on the opening times of the huts is available on the respective homepages.

Pa l ati n e h o s p it a l it y i s l e g e n d a r y. And the people of the Rockland region make no exception- quite the contrary. Anyone who has ever toured the huts in the Palatinate Forest knows what we are talking about. The famous trilogy: good food, fine wines, great atmosphere. Everything is perfect!

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FROM GOURMET TO GOURMAND

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Th e p roxi m it y b et we e n d e d ic ate d co o k s a n d t h e p ro d u ce r s of fine ingredients for the typical Palatine cuisine i s l e g e n d a r y - and the latter has way more to offer than Saumagen and its likes. These chefs get very creative while exquisitely feasting gourmets and gourmands. You can even taste the French influence on Palatine cuisine.

The booklet “Erlebnisgastronomie� is available free of charge at the tourist information of Dahn Rockland.

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Kermesse, Dahner Felsenland

Charburner week, Erfweiler

CULTURE WITH MANY PROSPECTS

Th e c u l tu ra l d ive r s it y of the Rockland i s l e g e n d a r y.

It comprises modern plays in standard German or in dialect, rock concerts and even a smouldering kiln turning expertly stacked loafs into charcoal the traditional way.

This is how the secret elite has their barbecue.

Concert shell, spa gardens Dahn

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Theatre presentationat castle massif Alt-Dahn, Dahn

Archery competition, Dahn

Tractor reunion at the “Tag des örtlichen Handwerks” (day of local trade), Erlenbach 43

POPULAR LEGENDS

The devil as well-digger at Fleckenstein castle/F

Mysterious Elwetrische

“Der vergessene Posten” (the forgotten sentinel) at Wachtfelsen rock, Dahn

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Burg Berwartstein, Erlenbach

„Weisse Frau“, Burg Berwartstein, Erlenbach

Fountain „Der Kampf am Wasgenstein“, Dahn

Last but not least, t h e Ro c k l a n d i s l e g e n d a r y fo r it s my t h s a n d mys te rie s . Satan himself is said to have constructed a well in the area and a maiden supposedly saved her inno- cence by miraculously flying off. Not to mention other legends. The Rockland legend week takes place every two years.

Booklet “Sagen, Mythen und Legenden am Felsenland Sagenweg” (Legends, myths and tales at the Felsenland legend trail) with 26 mysterious legends and tales.

Price: 3,50 €

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Visit of the Federal President 2019 in Rumbach

Gold medal at the award ceremony at Berlin

Gold medal in the federal state final for Bobenthal

Bobenthal

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VILLAGES PREPARED FOR THE FUTURE

Rumbach

Fu tu r e p ro s p e c t s a r e l e g e n d a r y for charming villages in the Rockland region when they present citizens and guests their most beautiful corners all the while keeping up with the times.

This is how romantic Rumbach with its historic town centre won the gold medal in the nationwide final of the competition “Unser Dorf hat Zukunft� (our village has a future). Bobenthal presents another perfect example (gold medal in the federal state final) with its picturesque timbered houses and ancient cultural landmarks.

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PFÄLZERWALDCARD A GUEST CARD FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY Th e P f ä lze r wa l d C a r d does not only give good ideas but also interesting discounts. The guest card is available for free at tourist accommodations. It comes with a booklet that presents over 70 addresses offering d i s co u nt s in the Palatinate and Alsace regions: n u m e ro u s s h o p s , s h o e s to r e s , r e s t a u ra nt s a n d l e i s u r e f a ci l itie s s u c h a s t h e G a m e Pa rk , t r e eto p p at h , ex h i b itio n m i n e, G e rm a n s h o e m u s e u m , Dyn a m i k u m , c a s t l e B e r wa r t s te i n a n d p u b lic s wi m m i n g p o o l s . There are also discounts on cultural events and on hiking maps.

The booklet “PfälzerwaldCard” is available free of charge at the tourist information of Dahn Rockland.

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Criteria for the partner companies of the premium hiking region Dahn Rockland Hotels, guesthouses, holiday apartments This is about criteria such as the equipment of the accommodation: are there drying facilities for equipment and clothes, storage places for hiking shoes, a small first aid kit at disposal?

An important point for hotels and guestrooms is their short-term availability to accommodate guests for only one night, among other things.

Gastronomy Among the decisive criteria for restaurants is, for example, their offer of freshly prepared regional products or the offer of typical regional and vegetarian dishes. As far as the region allows for it, local drinks should be on the menu.

Restaurants may only have two closing days per week in the period from May to October.

You may find the full criteria on our homepage www.dahner-felsenland.de

IMPRINT Editor: Tourist Information Dahner Felsenland Layout: kgp.de, visuelle Kommunikation Titel: Burgruine Alt-Dahn Text: Holger Mßhlberger Translation: Corinna Schlachter (E und F), Peter Vermeulen (NL) Fotos: kgp.de, Pfalz.Touristik e.V., Dominic Ketz, Jacques Noll, Manfred Kuntz, Christoph Riemeyer, Michael R. Schreiber, Hotel Pfalzblick, Archiv Biosphärenhaus, Archiv Tourist-Information Dahner Felsenland Graphic design, typesetting, picture editing: KGP Visuelle Kommunikation GmbH, www.kgp.de Print: Printed on FSC certified paper

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VILLAGES IN DAHN ROCKLAND B o b e n t h a l : (approx. 330 inhabitants) Tourist municipality B u n d e n t h a l : (approx. 1.130 inhabitants) Tourist municipality D a h n : (approx. 4.800 inhabitants) State-approved climatic spa B r u c hwe i l e r - B ä r e n b a c h: (approx. 1.650 inh.)

State-approved leisure area B u s e n b e r g: (approx. 1.260 inhabitants) Tourist municipality E r f we i l e r : (approx. 1.260 inhabitants) State-approved leisure area E r l e n b a c h : (approx. 380 inhabitants) Tourist municipality L u d w i g s w i n ke l : (approx. 930 inhabitants) State-approved climatic spa

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R u m b a c h : (approx. 480 inhabitants) State-approved leisure area Fi s c h b a c h : (approx. 1.600 inhabitants) State-approved climatic spa N i e d e r s c h l et te n b a c h : (approx. 300 inhabitants) Tourist municipality S c h i n d h a r d : (approx. 570 inhabitants) Tourist municipality H i r s c h t h a l : (approx. 100 inhabitants) Tourist municipality N ot hwe i l e r : (approx. 160 inhabitants) State-approved leisure area S c h Ăś n a u : (approx. 450 inhabitants) State-approved leisure area

DESTINATIONS IN THE REGION W i s s e m b o u r g / F (approx. 2 7 k m) www.ot-wissembourg.fr S p eye r a m R h e i n (approx. 70 k m) www.speyer.de St r a s b o u r g / F (approx. 85 k m) www.otstrasbourg.fr N e u s t a d t a n d e r We i n s t r a ß e (ap. 6 0 k m) www.hambacherschloss.eu L e m b a c h / F (approx. 2 2 k m) Castle ruin Fleckenstein www.fleckenstein.fr A n nwe i l e r a m Tr i f e l s (approx. 2 8 k m) www.trifelsland.de Zwe i b r ü c ke n (approx. 4 0 k m) www.zweibruecken.de P i r m a s e n s D y n a m i k u m (approx. 2 2 k m) www.dynamikum.de G e r m a n s h o e m u s e u m (approx. 2 0 k m) www.museum-hauenstein.de W i l d - u n d Wa n d e r p a r k S i l z (approx. 1 5 k m) www.wildpark-silz.de D i d i´l a n d / F (approx. 3 8 k m) www.didiland.fr M u s e u m L a l i q u e / F (approx. 61 k m) www.musee-lalique.com

B a u e r n m u s e u m Ku t ze n h a u s e n (approx. 4 2 k m) www.maison-rurale.fr L a n d a u (approx. 4 0 k m) Zoo, Reptilium (Reptilienzoo) www.zoo-landau.de, www.reptilium.de C a c t i g a r d e n Ste i n f e l d (approx. 35 k m) www.kakteenland.de Ed e n ko b e n (approx. 5 0 k m) www.garten-eden-pfalz.de www.burgen-rlp.de L e m b a c h / F (approx. 2 5 k m) Maginot-Linie, Artilleriewerk Four à Chaux, www.lignemaginot.fr, www.ot-lembach.com M u s e u m 1 870 Wo e r t h / F (approx. 3 4 k m) www.tourisme-alsace.com Mineral oil museum Merkwiller-Pechelbronn/F (approx. 42 km) www.musee-de-petrol.com H a t te n / F (approx. 5 0 k m) Maginot-Linie, Großunterstandsmuseum www.abrihatten.fr B i tc h e / F (approx. 45 k m) Museum. www.citadelle-bitche.com

Castle Trifels

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Wie

B10

nach Pirmasens

slau

nach Landau

ter

Hinterweidenthal

B10 B427

Dahn

Tourist-Information Bahnhof

Erfweiler Bärenbrunnerhof

Moosbach

Segelflugplatz

Schindhard Dahn-Reichenbach nach Salzwoog

Busenberg BruchweilerBärenbach

Erlenbach

nach Eppenbrunn

Rumbach rba

ch

nach Bad Bergzabern

Bundenthal

Fischbach

LudwigswinkelSchöntal

Saarbacherhammer

Niederschlettenbach Unterpetersbächlerhof

Ludwigswinkel Fischbach-Petersbächel

Schönau-Gebüg

Nothweiler Schönau

Wieslaut er

Saa

B427 ErlenbachLauterschwan

Bobenthal BobenthalSt. Germanshof

Hirschthal

FRANKREICH

nach Lembach/F nach Weißenburg/F

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Ausflugsziele/Sehenswertes

Aussichtsfelsen

Biosphärenhaus/Baumwipfelpfad

Schwalbenfelsen

Aussichtsturm

Geopfad Fladensteine

Römerfelsen

Großer Eyberg

Felsland Badeparadies/Saunawelt

Lämmerfelsen

Besucherbergwerk Eisenerzgrube

Galgenfelsen und Bubenfelsen

Barfußpfad

Jungfernsprung

Skulpturenweg

Sängerfelsen

Elwetritsche – Infopfad

Wachtfelsen

Burgmuseum „Alt-Dahn“

Büttelfelsen

Christuskirche

Hochstein

Burgruine Neudahn

Hahnfelsen

Burgen: Alt-Dahn-Grafendahn-Tanstein

Kahlenberg

Pfälzerwaldvereins-Hütten

Burgruine Drachenfels

Löffelsberg

Dahner Hütte „Im Schneiderfeld“

Burg Berwartstein

Eichelberg

Drachenfelshütte

Wehrturm Kleinfrankreich

Puhlstein

Hirzeckhaus

Burgruine Wegelnburg

Jüngstbergkanzel

Hütte „Am Schmalstein“

Burgruine Hohenbourg/F

Christkindelsfelsen

Hohe List

Burgruine Löwenstein/F

Bruderfelsen

Burgruine Fleckenstein, P´tit Fleck/F

Pfaffenfelsen

Burgruine Froensbourg/F

Zundelsfelsen

Burgruine Blumenstein

Bayrisch Windstein

Burgruine Wasigenstein/F

Lindelskopf

Burgruine Arnsbourg/F

Reitersprung

Burgruine Lutzelhardt/F

Horbachkanzel

Badeseen Seehofweiher Saarbacher Hammer Schöntalweiher Sägmühlweiher Rohrwoog Fleckensteinweiher

DESTINATIONS IN DAHN ROCKLAND

Spießwoogweiher, Fischbach

Castle ruins Drachenfels, Busenberg

Napoleonsfels, Bruchweiler-Bärenbach

Castle Berwartstein, Erlenbach

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castles in Dahn Rockland and Northern Alsace

gold medals

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villages with mysterious tales

local signposted circular trails

8.000

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square metres of sauna areas

natural monuments

290

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kilometres of premium hiking trails

natural monuments

767

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kilometres of bicycle trails and 180 km of mountain bike trails

tips for families

Worms

Rockenhausen Grünstadt

Kusel

Frankenthal Mannheim

A6

Ludwigshafen

Kaiserslautern B37

Saarbrücken

Neustadt

B48

B270

Haßloch B39

Speyer

A65 B272

Zweibrücken

A6

A61

PFALZ

A62 A8

Heidelberg

Bad Dürkheim

A5

B10

Pirmasens

Landau

Dahn

B427

A65

DEUTSCHLAND Wissembourg

Karlsruhe

D263 A8

FRANCE Haguenau

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