Zigzag Trail on Potzberg – Schützenbrunnen loop from Föckelberg

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Zigzag Trail on Potzberg – Schützenbrunnen loop from Föckelberg

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Zigzag Trail on Potzberg – Schützenbrunnen loop from Föckelberg

04:25

14.4km

510m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

Waypoints

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Parking

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3.47 km

Zigzag Trail on Potzberg

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The zigzag path on the Potzberg, also known as the Presidential or Snake Path, leads up the mountain in several switchbacks and offers a pleasant incline thanks to its serpentine …

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4.05 km

Ottilienquelle Spring and Shelter

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The Ottilienquelle spring was created in 1894 by Johann Baptist Moser and named in honor of his wife and daughter.
It is located on an old Philippsgrube mine tunnel and …

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5.82 km

Relaxation Lounger Below Buchwaldhütte

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Rest area with a sun lounger and two information boards. One for the Pfälzerwald-Verein and for the Potzberg hiking trail.

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6.37 km

"Bank Schau ins Land" rest area

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Nice rest area with a view

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6.60 km

Altenburg Castle Ruins (Deinsberg)

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The Altenburg (Deinsberg Castle Ruins):
It was probably built in the second half of the 12th century. At that time, Emperor Barbarossa had several castles built to secure his country's …

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6.93 km

Thick Oak

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The Fat Oak is a dead tree that died in January 2018.

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10.9 km

Schützenbrunnen

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This place invites you to relax and is especially worthwhile if it wasn't dry for too long beforehand.

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11.4 km

Bench With Panoramic View of the Palatinate Hills

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This lounger at the edge of the forest, half sheltered by trees, half in an open field, is the perfect spot for a break with panoramic views of the hilly landscape.

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14.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.8 km

2.53 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.26 km

4.26 km

3.23 km

480 m

196 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 7 October

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Comments

May 10, 2025,🌲 Potzberg mit Weitblick – zwischen Geschichte, Wald & Wichtelzauber

The Potzberg hiking trail did more than just move me today – it surprised, touched, and amazed me.

From the very start at the wildlife park with hopping bunnies, it was clear: This isn't just about walking, it's about experiencing.
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April 9, 2023,Potzbergwanderweg

Sorry, pictures still need to be corrected. Nevertheless, have fun hiking on the new Potzberg hiking trail. More information on potzberg.de under the heading "Hiking". There you can see more pictures and find all information about the "Potzberg" region.

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September 2, 2023,Premiumwanderweg Potzberg Wanderweg

Yesterday I looked again at the German Hiking Institute for premium hiking trails in the area and spontaneously decided on the Potzberg hiking trail. You start at the top and then gain a few meters in altitude.
The signage is good and there are some nice long views. You will also occasionally learn something about the mining that took place …

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January 28, 2024,Potzberg Wanderweg

The Potzberg hiking trail is a varied hike with little asphalt. Unfortunately, the Buchwaldhütte only opens at 1 p.m. and the hut at the Ottilienquelle is only open from May to October.
But I was able to enjoy the magnificent view from the Potzberg Tower.

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January 27, 2024,Große Potzberg - Runde

Today we went to the Potzberg, which had been planned for a long time. Even the journey through the North Palatinate region in the bright morning sun was so beautiful. The road up seems to have been completely rebuilt. The first route, of course, led me to the tower. The view was fantastic and I knew some of the surroundings. …

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