Fischbach bei Dahn

The picturesque community of Fischbach bei Dahn is nestled in the charming district of Südwestpfalz in Rhineland-Palatinate. As a state-recognized resort in the southern Palatinate Forest, the Wasgau, Fischbach bei Dahn exudes a unique atmosphere. The German-French border extends only about 4 kilometers to the south, while the charming town of Dahn can be found at a distance of about 9 kilometers (as the crow flies).

Fischbach bei Dahn is the ideal retreat in the Palatinate Forest, which is made for a relaxing vacation. The fascinating landscape of the Wasgau offers hikers and cyclists numerous paths and routes to explore. From idyllic bike paths to challenging hikes dotted with castle ruins and lakes, the Palatinate Forest has something special for every taste and fitness level. The well-signposted hiking and biking trails allow visitors to explore the region according to their own preferences.

For climbing enthusiasts, the Wasgau opens up a true paradise. The Wasgauer Felsenland impresses with a variety of rocks, which have different structures and levels of difficulty.

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  • Wasgau

    The Wasgau, an enchanting low mountain range, extends in the southern part of the Palatinate Forest and the northern part of the Vosges Mountains in France. This fascinating region captivates with its majestic mountains and impressive rock formations formed from red sandstone. Thanks to this unique landscape, the Wasgau has become a true paradise for hikers, mountain bikers and climbers, who can live their passion to the fullest here.

    Wasgau

  • Hiking

    Thanks to its unique landscape and extensive network of hiking trails, the Palatinate Forest is an extremely popular region for hiking enthusiasts. Here you will find more than 100 charming forest inns and hiking homes run by the renowned "Pfälzerwald-Verein" and the dedicated "Naturfreunde Pfalz". These lovingly maintained establishments invite hikers to take a break and recharge their batteries. The Palatinate cuisine proudly presents its classic dishes such as the hearty Saumagen, the delicious liver dumplings and the sour-spicy sauerkraut. A refreshing Palatinate wine spritzer, affectionately known as "Schobbe," rounds off these culinary delights perfectly.

    Hiking

  • Castles

    The southern Palatinate Forest is characterized by an abundance of castles and castle ruins that dominate the landscape. With its dense forestation and numerous red sandstone rocks, the landscape offered the ideal conditions for the construction of these unique rock castles. The Wegelnburg castle ruins are located near Fischbach bei Dahn. At an impressive height of 570 meters, it is the highest castle in the Palatinate and offers a breathtaking view of the Palatinate Forest/Northern Vosges biosphere reserve. From here, the majestic beauty of the surroundings can be appreciated in all its glory.

    Castles