Holzlandweg

Directly at the station in Waldfischbach-Burgalben, we start our hike on the approximately 37 km long Holzlandweg. We follow the consistently uniform marking with the red H on a white background first through the town center and onwards up to the sports field.

Shortly after entering the forest, we pass a small rock formation, the Galgenfelsen. We immerse ourselves deeper into the magnificent mixed forest and walk on soft forest ground past the Gerstenfels. Then we continue into the romantic Schwarzbach valley. Here we also encounter the Heidelsburg, one of the oldest mountain fortifications of the Palatinate from Roman-Celtic times – a place with mystical charm.

Now the Holzlandweg makes a wide loop before we get to know an exceptionally beautiful and wild romantic path section. Signs already point to the demanding Seelenfelsen path. We enter the path and along an approximately 600 m long rock band we stride over boulders and tree roots. This fabulous hiking experience is pure joy!

At the end of the rocks, the Holzlandweg bends to the left and over the summit of the 426 m high Dinkelsberg we continue through the forest straight into the village of Heltersberg. From the edge of the village, the path leads us steeply downhill and we continue along the Haseltalbach into the adjoining valley with the Hirschalbe stream. The lush green and quiet meadow valleys with the meandering streams are repeatedly refreshing and relaxing, so we often pause here.

The hike between forest edge and meadow valley is wonderful before a longer ascent again takes us through the forest up to the village of Schmalenberg. Notable here are the two architecturally very contrasting towers. After passing through the village, it goes steadily downhill. We follow the lively babbling stream on natural paths and hike in a curve around the mighty Grauhansenfelsen. The rock is located in a small forest clearing and the entire surroundings exert an enchanting charm on its visitors. We continue hiking and the Holzlandweg leads us to the outskirts of Geiselberg. Here we follow Lindenstraße and soon reach the scenic heights, such as the viewpoint "Auf dem Ebig." Meadows and fields accompany us on the way. We hike through Steinalben and enter a large forest area with pleasant forest paths. Gently, it goes down the mountainside and we soon see the first buildings of Waldfischbach-Burgalben. It is not far to the station and we say goodbye to this great hike.