Felsenberg-Berntal

Felsenberg-Berntal is a nature reserve near Bad Dürkheim featuring rocky slopes, valleys, and varied plant communities. The landscape is shaped by rock formations and forested hills that show the character of the Palatinate region.

The area received official protection as a nature reserve in 1999 and has been under legal protection since then. This decision was part of regional efforts to preserve the landscape and its distinctive geological features.

The reserve is a learning place where visitors experience and understand the diversity of the Palatinate landscape. Here you can see how nature and human commitment work together to protect this space.

Several marked hiking trails run through the reserve and lead to different viewpoints and natural features. The trails vary in difficulty, so both beginners and experienced hikers can find suitable routes.

The Herxheim Cave within the reserve holds prehistoric finds that tell of early inhabitants and the region's development. This cave makes the protected area a place where nature and human history meet.

Location: Bad Dürkheim

Location: Herxheim am Berg

Location: Kallstadt

Inception: 1999

GPS coordinates: 49.50060,8.16651

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:00