Pfälzer Hüttensteig Stage 01 - Lambrecht (Pfalz) - Neidenfels (Lichtensteinhütte)

The long-distance hiking trail always follows the marking of the Pfälzer Hüttensteig (black hut on white background). 

Arriving at the train station in Lambrecht, we keep right and walk past the old post tower and over the Hermann-Schneid-Bridge. After the bridge, we continue to follow the Sommerbergstraße - which soon turns into a path that leads us to Lindenberg. On this path there is a small rest area that recalls the cloth makers' guild.

Along the Dörrental, it goes via a path through the "quarry" to the Lindenberger Heimatpfad - which we follow. On the Heimatpfad lies the Joppenholz spring. Those who find the rest too early here can plan it at the "Alte Schanze" car park. There is also the Ritterstein No. 258 - Alte Straße – Customs station and fortification 1794.

Just 400 m further is the Forsthaus Silbertal (after approx. 4.9 km), which is also run as a business. From Silbertal, it goes on over the Stoppelkopf to Lambertskreuz. On this way you can see the Hermanns Hütte (an old hunting lodge, which is privately owned). Then it continues over the Schuck, past the Lellepebbelpädle and over the Wilhelmsweg to the Waldhaus Lambertskreuz, which we reach after approx. 7.3 km. Here we can first have a rest. From Waldhaus Lambertskreuz it continues to the Pottasch Hut (shelter), on this way we pass the Nadenbrunnen (1937). At the "Sieben Wege Spinne" we take the path opposite towards the natural monument Friedrichsbrunnen, where there is also a shelter with tables and benches. Since Friedrichsbrunnen is only 100 m away from this shelter, we make a small detour there (this is also a nice place for a rest). At the Pottasch Hut (shelter) is the "Ritterstein No. 261 - At the Pottasch Hut". From the Pottasch Hut the path now goes to Neidenfels to the Lichtensteinhütte (overnight accommodation).

For our hikes we recommend the following standard equipment:

Sturdy footwear Weather-appropriate clothing Sun and rain protection A sufficient supply of food and drinks, as rest or shopping facilities are not available or open everywhere. Even though the paths are very well marked throughout, it is advisable to always carry a suitable hiking map for safety reasons, so that for example in the event of a thunderstorm or an emergency you can quickly find a safe area.

Hiking on natural paths and trails - Especially in autumn it should be noted that fallen leaves on the ground can hide unevenness, roots, stones or holes in the path. After storms or heavy rain, trees can still fall or branches can drop afterwards. Particularly with adverse weather conditions, natural paths can have muddy and slippery sections. Not all rocks or cliffs are secured with ropes or railings. Sure-footedness is required in places. You have to expect such path impairments when undertaking a hike. If you think certain sections are impassable for you, you should avoid them. Despite the "non-deviating" marking of the premium hiking trails, we recommend always carrying an appropriate hiking map for safety reasons, so that for example in a thunderstorm or emergency you can quickly find a safe area. Path closures and detours must be absolutely observed.

Danger situations - In an emergency, quick help is required. And even if mobile phones can send GPS signals, classical rescue points are often the fastest. These are located at places that are easily accessible for rescue vehicles. Remember the points with the green signs and a white cross. In an emergency, return there and give the number on the sign when you call for help. This way rescuers will know where to find you. 

Coming from Neustadt an der Weinstraße (A65): Exit Neustadt/Weinstr. Nord, then follow B39 to Lambrecht (Pfalz) – train station.

Coming from Kaiserslautern (A6): Exit Enkenbach-Alsenborn, then direction Fischbach/Bad Dürkheim. Follow B48 to the turnoff to Bad Dürkheim. Then continue on B37 towards Bad Dürkheim / Neustadt a. d. Weinstr., in Frankenstein follow B39 to Lambrecht (Pfalz) – train station. Parking is available at the station.

S-Bahn: (train stations in Lambrecht (Pfalz) and Neidenfels)

Bus: VRN - Line 517

Parking directly at Lambrecht (Pfalz) train station or large, free parking (Tuchmacherplatz) in Fabrikstraße.

Motorhome parking spaces: Lambrecht (Pfalz), Blainviller-Str. and Elmstein, Bahnhofstraße

Overnight accommodations in: PfalzAkademie in Lambrecht - only if groups are already in the house (Tel. 06325-1800-0) and in the Lichtensteinhütte in Neidenfels (via WhatsApp: 0156-7995447)

Shopping options for groceries are available in Lambrecht (Aldi, Lidl, SBK, Netto) and Iggelbach (Tante Emma Lädchen 06328 902979)

Bakeries are also located in Esthal: Bäckerei Baßler (06325 988940), Lindenberg: Lindenberger Backshop (06325/353954), Elmstein: Bäckerei Ehrat (06328 989058) and Bäckerei Baßler (06328 9028079), Lambrecht: Ehrats Backhaus (06325 989103) and Bäckerei & Konditorei Hofmann (06325) 184735

Butcher shops are located in Lambrecht: Metzgerei Streb (06325 980860), Metzgerei Claus Maier (06325 2643) and in Elmstein

Please note opening times

MoD (Mobility on Demand): Flexible travel in all towns of the Verbandsgemeinde, simply download the app and book a ride. In the respective towns, there are various stops served by MoD. Prices are comparable to a bus ride.  https://www.mobility-on-demand.com/so-gehts/

Taxi phone numbers:

Taxi Mansmann, Lambrecht (Pfalz), 06325 2657 and 0151 11160312

Taxi service Kratz, Lambrecht (Pfalz), 06325 3040047, 0171 6596388

A rest stop at Waldhaus Lambertskreuz.