Sonneninsel circular route above the Mosel village Minheim
- start: Parking lot at the church (or at the "Old Ferry Head")
- destination: Parking lot at the church
- easy
- 5,80 km
- 1 hour 35 minutes
- 122 m
- 246 m
- 125 m
- 100 / 100
- 10 / 100
Relaxed route, ideal for people who want to take it easy on their hiking vacation or have little time.
The wine village Minheim is located on a sun-drenched peninsula on the Mosel—this location gives this hike its name.
Insights into the hiking route:
The hike leads over narrow paths through the vineyard. Sights along the route include the striking Pest Chapel, the Burglay rock, and the old Eichhaus. Furthermore, from the Staustufenblick and after a small detour to the Moselloreley viewpoint, there are beautiful views of the Mosel valley. The first section of the hike to the Pest Chapel runs along the wine teaching path. This path offers a lot of information. Here you can learn about viticulture, grape harvesting, vine training, regional geology, and much more.
There are dining options in the Mosel village Minheim. Also, along the route, there are always cozy benches inviting you to take a rest.
Impressions
General information
Directions
From the parking lot at the church (or at the "Old Ferry Head" directly on the Mosel), where you can park your car, the hike starts on the Sonneninsel circular route, clockwise. Right next door on Weinbergstraße, you turn off to climb to higher village streets and into the vineyards. You go uphill along the wine teaching path to the Pest Chapel. On the left, you look towards the Mosel and the Piesport districts Reinsport and Niederemmel. Almost at the height, it continues below the Moselloreley (those interested can take a detour to the viewpoint) parallel to the Gleithang. You cross the district road K 52 and head towards the Burglay rock. In ancient times, there was a Roman defense post here. The hike continues through vineyards to the "Staustufenblick". From here, you can wonderfully observe the lockage of the Mosel ships. Then you leisurely walk downhill back to Minheim. In the village, you pass another sight, the old Eichhaus. Elector Jacob III of Eltz introduced the "Eich" on the Mosel in 1567: the standard for wine and all other goods that were measured and sold using wine measures.
Safety Guidelines
No special safety instructions.
Equipment
Hiking or trekking shoes, possibly backpack provisions.
Tip
The hike is ideal for families: there are good paths, beautiful views, and a lot of educational content along the route.
Getting there
From Bernkastel, follow the B53 through Andel, Mülheim, Brauneberg, and Wintrich, then cross the Mosel side via the Minheim bridge. In the village, drive left up to the church.
Parking
Parking available at the church
Public transit
Please note that buses do not always stop in Minheim but depending on the connection at the Minheim bridge (opposite Mosel side).
Bernkastel-Kues: Taxi Edringer: 06531 - 8149, Taxi Priwitzer: 06531 - 96970, Taxi Reitz: 06531 - 6455
Piesport: Taxi Reitz 06507 – 2402
Nearest/primary stops: Minheim, Kiga / Minheim, K53
Literature
WanderGuide - the hiking guide in the Bernkastel-Kues holiday region. With description and map.
Maps
WanderGuide - the hiking guide in the Bernkastel-Kues holiday region. With description and map.
Additional Information
Bernkastel-Kues Holiday Region
Gestade 6
54470 Bernkastel-Kues
Phone: 06531/500190
www.bernkastel.de
Pavings
- Asphalt Coating (9%)
- Crushed Rock (87%)
- Street (4%)
Weather
This tour is presented by: Ferienland Bernkastel-Kues, Author: Lisa Gerber