Sickinger Höhenweg

We start at the railway station of Waldfischbach-Burgalben. Along forest paths we reach the “Klapperbach” and walk for a while through the beautiful valley. Then we are confronted by the first ascent: a narrow path leads in a zigzag fashion through the deciduous forest up to Quatersberg with its large wind farm. The trail crosses over the summit of the hill so we can gaze over the countryside below. Having past a small stretch of forest, we reach the outskirts of Höheinöd. We continue walking downhill to follow the soft meadow paths until we reach the hiker’s tavern “Weihermühle” in Schauerbachtal - an ideal spot for a typical Palatinate snack. Following the Schauerbach through its beautiful valley we reach the Altenbach. After crossing the stream, we climb up an exceptionally natural path with bizarre rocks lining the path and soon reach the Ramerfelsen. The path takes us between mighty mossy rocks - certainly one of the most fabulous scenic experiences of our hike.

The coniferous forest trail then climbs back again to the fertile plateau of Sickinger Höhe. After the climb we will see here burial mounds from the Celtic period and also enjoy a magnificent panoramic view. We then hike downhill to “Klapperbach” before climbing up past the village of Hermersberg. Should we suddenly start to be eyed by curious ostriches, we have not gotten lost but are just passing an ostrich farm. At the edge of the forest, we walk past the “Rohberg” and follow the downhill path through the woods back to the railway station in Waldfischbach-Burgalben.