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Idarkopf Observation Tower – The new Idarkopf Tower loop from Idarkopf

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4.6

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Idarkopf Observation Tower – The new Idarkopf Tower loop from Idarkopf

01:11

4.36km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 10, 2026

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Naturpark Saar-Hunsrück

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28 m

694 m above sea level

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For me, the tower is a successful construction that offers beautiful far-reaching views. The surrounding forest invites you to go hiking. Here is the appropriate parking space for the start and finish.

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2.00 km

Idarkopf Observation Tower

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Currently closed due to fire.

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2.05 km

Idarkopf

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at 748m above sea level one of the highest points in Rh-Pf. At the highest point there is an observation tower, which is unfortunately closed after a fire. To the …

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2.20 km

For me, the tower is a successful construction that offers beautiful far-reaching views. The surrounding forest invites you to go hiking.

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2.27 km

Sirona Stele

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The 7 holy stones are dedicated to the goddess Sirona. She is the goddess of fertility, healing and rebirth. Here is a stone of the 7 stones in the area …

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2.71 km

A varied landscape with panoramic views and wonderful fresh forest air can be found here, slightly uphill.

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4.33 km

Idarkopf Parking Area

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From the car park you can reach the Idalopf with Idakopftum in 30 minutes. The hike is about 5 km there and back.

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4.36 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

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4.34 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.05 km

142 m

130 m

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Highest point (740 m)

Lowest point (680 m)

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Comments

July 16, 2026,Idarkopf mit Aussichtsturm
After the 3 stages on the Saar-Hunsrück Steig, we made a detour to the Idarkopf with the new 31m high observation tower on the 746m high summit.

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Quick detour to the new Idarkopf observation tower.
Great architecture, great foresight.
Highly Recommended!

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