Hohe List hike
- Pfalz mit Kids
- 5 days ago
- 3 min read
Great views and a nice children's playground
This 4.5 km long circular hike over the Krappenfels and the Christkindlfelsen delights with great views, moderate altitude gains and a cozy place to stop for refreshments – perfect for a relaxing family day in nature.
FACTS
Price: free
Weather: dry weather
Age: from kindergarten age
Dogs: allowed, must be kept on a leash
Location: Eppenbrunn
The hike at a glance
The circular hike (approx. 4.5 km) leads along wide, easily walkable paths through the Palatinate Forest. With an elevation gain of around 100 meters, it is also easily manageable for younger children.
✔️ Suitable for strollers, even if there are some steeper inclines along the way.
✔️ Great playground
✔️ Ideal for families with kindergarten and primary school children
For kids who are good runners, the tour can even be extended to the Altschlossfelsen – a real natural highlight!
The tour in detail
You start at the "Wasserscheide" hiking parking lot in Eppenbrunn. You can find the direct link to directions below . From there, cross the main road and take the forest path on the left. It leads you into the forest through a bend, and the Kappenfelsen (Cap Rock) is signposted. Follow the path until the trail to the Kappenfelsen is signposted. It leads you to the viewpoint and a small group of benches.
Following the same path, you'll rejoin the main trail after the viewpoint and continue on to the Christkindlfelsen (Christ Child Rock). This path is also signposted. From here, it's just a few meters to the Hohe List. The playground is already visible.
For the return journey, follow the narrower path marked with the Eulenfels tour symbol. This will lead you back to the parking lot.
You can find a detailed tour plan here - you can download the GPX data here:
Krappenfels & Christkindlfelsen – Views with an adventure factor
Both rocks offer beautiful views of the Palatinate Forest and invite you to take a short break.
Traditionally, children's wishes for the Christkind hang on the Christkindlfelsen rock – especially during Advent, the hike is therefore a very atmospheric experience.
⚠️ Important for families: There is a risk of falling from the rocks. Small holes, unsecured areas, and barriers that are not childproof require constant supervision . However, the tour is quite manageable with attentive parents.
Stop at the PWV hut Hohe List
A major advantage of this hike is the cozy stop at the PWV hut Hohe List .
🍽️ Simple Palatinate cuisine
📅 Open Saturday and Sunday
🐶 Dogs allowed
🪑 Limited indoor seating – better to plan for outdoor seating if the weather is nice
Especially convenient: Right next to the cabin is a new playground (opening Easter 2025) with fantastic play equipment, plenty of space to run around, and spacious seating areas. Parents can easily keep an eye on their children and enjoy a relaxing break.
📍 Planning tips for families
Route: 4.5 km circular route
Elevation gain: approx. 100 m
Duration: approximately 1–2 hours including breaks
Stroller: suitable for those with a reasonable level of fitness; should be suitable for outdoor use.
Best time of year: Beautiful all year round, especially charming during Advent.
This family-friendly hike in the Palatinate Forest combines nature, views, a playground and a stop at a mountain hut – a thoroughly enjoyable day trip for young and old.
