Waldhütten · 1 comment · Apr 06, 2023

Palatinate forest huts

In the summer of 2022, we took over the management of a Palatinate forest hut ! The Palatinate's forest hut culture is a UNESCO World Heritage Site because it is unique in its kind. Most of the nearly 80 huts have existed for almost 100 years, as thousands of kilometers of hiking trails were created in the Palatinate Forest during this time. The forest huts hold a special place in the hearts of the cheerful Palatinate people, which is why we say: It's not the journey that is the destination, but the hut!

“Our” hut is located near our winery and is actually only accessible on foot…

The SWISS HOUSE Weyher

Opening hours: Wednesdays 11am - 4pm

Saturdays and Sundays: 11am - 6pm

The Schweizer Haus is located just a 20-minute walk from our winery, in the heart of the Palatinate Forest. This region is also known as the " Balcony of the Palatinate " because of its breathtaking panoramic views stretching from the Odenwald to the Black Forest. Your culinary needs are well catered for: The kitchen team at Kristine's Lamesa conjures up regional and seasonal dishes paired with delicious wines from our winery.

The story and further background information can be found here .

Particularly exciting: Just 10 minutes above the Schweizer Haus is a paraglider launch site . There you can watch the paragliders take off.

Our tip: For mountain bikers there are many exciting trekking tours throughout the Palatinate Forest.

PLEASE NOT SO STRENUOUS?

We have come up with a wonderful circular route that offers a relaxing day trip for young and old.

Wine and forest hiking trail:

1. Start at the Glockenbrunnen hiking car park: 11:00 a.m.
Park the car, lace up your hiking boots!

2. approx. 20 minutes hike via the Mariengrotte to the Schweizer Haus,
Here you can sip a cool glass of wine at lunchtime and nibble on a snack from Kristine's Lamesa .

4. Tip: The tour can be extended as desired by making detours to Meistersel Castle, the Ludwigsturm and/or the Rietburg.

5. Afterwards, return to the Winzercafé Graf von Weyher – here you can enjoy coffee and cake or a hearty dinner with a fine single-vineyard Riesling
Or: Optionally, experience a wine tasting together!

6. After a wonderful day of hiking, a 5-minute walk to the Glockenbrunnen hiking car park and a happy ride home (refreshing non-alcoholic alternatives are available for drivers at all three locations!)

Here you can find the hiking map.

The hike is slightly uphill but does not require any particular fitness.

So, dig out your hiking boots, take the weekend off, and come to the beautiful Palatinate! The wine is already chilled and ready!

We are looking forward to welcoming all hikers !