Saar-Hunsrück-Steig - 15th stage: Forellenhof Reinhardtsmühle - Rhaunen

The 15th stage of the Saar-Hunsrück-Steig leads from Forellenhof Reinhardtsmühle, on the edge of the village Bundenbach, through the Hahnenbachtal to Rhaunen. At Forellenhof Reinhardtsmühle there is a hiking car park, and from there we can start our route directly. The Saar-Hunsrück-Steig runs here parallel to the Soonwaldsteig and also to the Traumschleife Hahnenbachtaltour. It starts through the Hahnenbachtal, where after a short time we reach a viewpoint with a beautiful view of the Schmidtburg castle ruin. Continuing on to the Celtic settlement Altburg, where the paths of the Saar-Hunsrück-Steig and the Soonwaldsteig separate again. We hike the Hahnenbachtal a little further before entering the Idarbach valley. We now follow the Idarbach to Rhaunen. Sometimes a little away, sometimes directly along the brook. In the last part, it goes over the Wartenberg, which offers beautiful views of Rhaunen and the surroundings at some points. This is where the stage destination is reached.

Hiking boots required!

Our tips for a carefree hiking pleasure

Hiking is the perfect sport. With the right clothing and shoes, it is twice as fun. Functional clothing, poles, and breathable backpacks are comfortable when hiking. However, good shoes are indispensable. For longer distances, we recommend sturdy hiking boots with grippy, non-slip soles. Also think of sun protection and bring a drink. One liter of water is ideal.

The Saar-Hunsrück-Steig is a natural path, which is 65% over soft forest ground, grassy paths, or along brook courses. This special quality can, however, lead to problems after longer periods of rain and make parts of the path difficult to walk. Therefore, sturdy footwear is definitely recommended.

From the north:

A61 exit Reinböllen -> B50 exit Kirchberg -> Kirchberg towards Kirn, turn right twice in Rudolfshaus.

From the east/south:

A61 exit Bad Kreuznach -> B41 exit Kirn Ost towards Rhaunen -> In Rudolfshaus: turn right at the edge of town.

From the west:

A62 exit Birkenfeld -> B41 exit Kirn West towards Rhaunen -> In Rudolfshaus: turn right at the edge of town.

To start the stage: from Kirn train station continue with line 860 to Rudolfshaus.

From the stage destination Rhaunen back to Kirn train station with line 860.

More information and current timetable at www.rnn.info

Hiking car park at Forellenhof Reinhardtsmühle

Car park at the Herrenberg visitor mine

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Visit the Schmidtburg castle ruin, the Herrenberg visitor mine, and the Celtic settlement Altburg.