Mirker Hain

Mirker Hain is a forest park in Wuppertal's Uellendahl-Katernberg district with large stands of beech and holly trees, springs, and streams running through it. The grounds feature open grass areas, ponds, and multiple hiking trails for exploring the wooded landscape.

The Elberfelder Beautification Association founded the park in 1879 following plans by landscape gardener Vincentz, with August von der Heydt driving the effort. This project reflected the movement of that era to bring green spaces into growing industrial cities.

The wooden house on the grounds comes from the 1900 Paris World's Fair and stands as one of the first prefabricated structures ever made. It tells of early experiments with industrial building methods and shows how international ideas reached this region.

The park features well-marked hiking trails, a children's playground, benches, and bridges throughout the grounds. A cafe nearby in Fuchspark offers refreshments if you need a break during your visit.

The Vogelsangbach ravine exposes rock layers from the Devonian and Carboniferous periods, offering insights into the geological past of this region. These features make the stream a spot of scientific interest for visitors curious about natural history.

Location: Wuppertal

Elevation above the sea: 274 m

GPS coordinates: 51.27890,7.14111

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:20