Geo Experience Trail Argenthaler Waldsee

The circular hiking trail of 5.5 km starts at the Argenthaler Waldsee, a hidden gem for connoisseurs of the Soonwald. There are plenty of parking spaces available. The path is marked with natural stones featuring a blue arrow and the mining symbol. On a total of 20 information boards, you will experience the fascinating geo-history of the Hunsrück and the Soonwald. At a viewing platform with a hut, you will gain insight into a modern open-pit mining operation. The company Argenthaler Steinbruch extracts the rare raw material 'quartzite' here to offer it refined for its versatile uses. Did you know that the Soonwald was once a sea? Panel 12 - The Soonwald, a petrified seabed - explains this. For children, the large wooden mikado is sure to be an experience. To conclude, the restaurant at Argenthaler Waldsee - on sunny days on the beautiful lake terrace - invites you to visit. (Tel. 0 67 61 96 75 75) The 'Geo Experience Argenthaler Waldsee' is well suited for all hiking enthusiasts, whether young or old, and especially for those interested in the history of our region. For families with children, this experience trail is a special attraction. For school classes, the trail offers interesting knowledge related to local studies and geology.