Take a Hike – A monthly guide to volksmarching in your area – June 5, 2015

Take a Hike

The Kaiserslautern Military Community’s monthly volksmarching feature.

Volksmarching Notes

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WEEKEND OF JUNE 6-7

Allenbach (55758) — Just up the road from Idar-Oberstein and Neubrücke is the event at Allenbach. From Baumholder, take minor roads west to Birkenfeld and connect with B269. Drive north toward Morbach and connect with B422 to Allenbach and the start. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6 toward Saarbrücken and 62 toward Trier. Exit at Birkenfeld (4) and use B41 north toward Birkenfeld and B269 toward Morbach, then B422 to the start at Allenbach.
Start: Gemeindehaus on Hauptstraße Saturday and Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (5 and 10 km) and 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. (20 km) Trail: Hilly, mostly woods Award: From previous events.

Herbitzheim, France (67260) — This evening event is south of Saarbrücken in France. The drive from Kaiserslautern is about 70 minutes. From the KMC, use Autobahn 6 toward Saarbrücken, then briefly use A620 to exit onto B51 south toward Kleinblittersdorf and the border. At Kleinblittersdorf, take a minor road across the Saar River into France. Pick up N61 to Sarreguemines, and D662 and D919 to reach Herbitzheim.
Start: Salle polyvalente Saturday: 3-8 p.m. (10 km) Trail: Unknown, but expect it to be through fields and woods Award: None.

Wiesviller, France (57200) — This walk is south of Saarbrücken and just on the other side of the border. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6 and 8 toward Saarbrücken and toward Zweibrücken. Exit at Einöd (30) to use B423 toward Sarreguemines. After crossing the border, connect with N62 toward Bitche to find a minor road to Wiesviller and the start.Start: Salle polyvalente Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (10 km) Trail: Unknown Award: None.

WEEKEND OF JUNE 13-14

Bad Kreuznach (55545) — Former residents may enjoy a return visit to their one-time home and see how the city has changed since the base was closed. Trails run through city parks and wooded areas, and along the Ellerbach River. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6 toward Mannheim, 63 toward Mainz, and 61 toward Bingen. Exit at Bad Kreuznach (51) and use B41 with IVV signs to reach the start.
Start: Don Bosco-Schule at Ellerbach Straße 10 Saturday and Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (5 and 11 km) and 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. (21 km) Trail: Slightly hilly, neighborhoods, fields and woods Award: From previous events.

Holz/Saar (66265) — This Saarland event is north of Saarbrücken and west of Neunkirchen. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6, 8 and 1 toward Saarlouis and Saarbrücken. Exit at Quierscheid (144) to follow IVV signs to the start at Holz. From the Baumholder area, use Autobahns 62 and 1 toward Saarbrücken and exit at Quierschied (144). Follow signs a short distance to Holz.
Start: Glück-Auf-Halle on Glück-Auf-Weg Saturday and Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (6 and 10 km) and 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. (21 km) Trail: Unknown Award: None.
Kordel (54306) — Wanderers will find this event north of Trier, Germany’s oldest city. From Baumholder, use Autobahns 1 and 602 to Trier. Exit at Trier-Ehrang (2) and use B52 and B422 to Kordel and the start. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6, 62, 1 and 602 to Trier and the Trier-Ehrang exit (2). Connect with B54 and B422 to reach the start.
Start: Turnhalle on Friedhofstraße Saturday: 1-6 p.m. (6 and 11 km) and 1-5 p.m. (20 km) Sunday: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. (6, 11 and 20 km) Trail: Expect hilly, woods and fields Award: None.

Saint Jean Saverne, France (67700) — While about a 90-minute drive from Kaiserslautern, the route is almost entirely on autobahns (albeit a toll road in France) and should be relatively painless to reach. Saint Jean Saverne is immediately north of Saverne, and not too far from Strasbourg or Haguenau. A visit to those cities will add another reason to make the trip. From the KMC, use Autobahn 6 past Saarbrücken and into France where it becomes Autoroute A320. Connect with the A4 toward Strasbourg and use the Saverne exit (45). Use D6 to D716 to D219 to D716 and, finally, D619 to the start. (It looks worse than it really is.)
Start: Salle de Sport Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (10 and 20 km) Trail: Unknown Award: None.

WEEKEND OF JUNE 20-21

Cocheren, France (57800) — This event is just west of the French border southwest of Saarbrücken and east of St. Avold. Volksmarchers will find the event easily reached via Autobahn 6. From the KMC, use A6 past Saarbrücken toward the border, continuing toward Metz as it becomes A320 in France. While the brochure suggests the use of exit 41, a review of Google maps indicates an easier method might be to use exit 42. Take N3 in the direction of Merlebach and D29 south to Cocheren.
Start: Salle Schuman at the Place de la Fontaine Sunday: 7 a.m. to noon (10 and 20 km) Trail: Unknown Award: None.

Diefflen (66763) — This Saarland volksmarch event is the third for the host club. The event is north of Saarlouis and easily reached by autobahn. From the KMC area, use Autobahn 6 and 8 toward Neunkirchen and Saarlouis. Exit at Rehlingen (7) and use minor roads to the start. From Baumholder, drive to Neubrücke to connect with B41 and head south. Connect with B269 and follow it through Tholey and Lebach to Nalbach where a minor road will take you to Diefflen.
Start: Sportplatz on Friedhofsweg Saturday and Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (6 and 10 km) and 7-11 a.m. (21 km) Trail: Unknown, but expect hilly Award: None.

Ehlenz/Südeifel (54636) — With its location 10 km or so up the road from Bitburg, the event can almost be considered a hometown walk. And at 90 minutes, it’s not too bad of a drive from the KMC, too. From Baumholder, use Autobahns 62, 1 and 60 toward Trier and Wittlich, take the Bitburg exit (6) and use minor roads through Bickendorf to reach Ehlenz. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6, 62 and 60 toward Trier, Koblenz and Spangdahlem. Exit at Bitburg (6) and use minor roads through Bickendorf to the start at Ehlenz.
Start: Gemeindehaus at Schulstraße 1 Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (5 and 10 km) and 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. (20 km) Trails: Hilly, fields and woods Award: None.

Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg (L-4114) — This event is southwest of Luxembourg City with the drive slightly more than 90 minutes from Kaiserslautern. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6 and 8 toward Saarbrücken, Saarlouis, Merzig and Perl. Continue across the border onto Autoroute A13 west toward Luxembourg City, then exit at Schifflange (5) and pick up N5 to Esch-sur-Alzette.
Start: Ellergronn (Centre d’accueil nature et forêt) Sunday: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (5, 10 and 20 km) Trail: Unknown Award: None.

Heimbach/Nahe (55779) — Wanderers will find this enjoyable walk midway between Neubrücke and Baumholder. From Baumholder, use the secondary road leading to Neubrücke. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6 and 62 to the Birkenfeld exit (4), then follow a minor road through Hoppstädten-Weiersbach to Heimbach.
Start: Besenbinderhalle on In der Au Saturday: 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. (5, 10 and 20 km) Sunday: 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. (5, 10 and 20 km) Trails: Hilly, wooded areas Award: None.

Retonfey, France (57645) — This event is just east of Metz. Getting there, about a 1 hour 20 minute drive from the KMC, will take you past the American Military Cemetery at St. Avold. From the KMC, use Autobahn 6 past Saarbrücken to the border. Continue on French Autoroutes A320 and the A4 tollroad toward Metz, use exit 38 toward Boulay, and then take D19, D103M, D154C, D954 and D67 to Retonfey.
Start: Salle multisports on Route de Colligny Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (10 km) and 7 a.m. to noon (20 km) Trail: Unknown Award: None.

WEEKEND OF JUNE 27-28

Beringen, Luxembourg (L-7590) — This Sunday event, north of Luxembourg City, is about two hours from Kaiserslautern. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6, 62, 1, and 602 toward Trier, then 64 to the Luxembourg border. Continue across the border on Autoroute A1 to the Potaschbierg exit (13). Connect with secondary roads N1, N14, N11, and N14 to Larochette, then pick up D119 and D118 to Berschbach. Use D123 to the start at Beringen.
Start: Hal Irbicht on rue Irbicht Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (5 and 10 km) and 7 a.m. to noon (21 km) Trail: Unknown Award: None.

Haspelschiedt, France (57230) — This Marche Populaire event is southwest of Pirmasens and just across the border. Wanderers from the KMC area using B270 to reach Pirmasens will certainly enjoy a scenic drive. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6 and 8 toward Saarbrücken and Zweibrücken. Exit at Zweibrücken-Ixheim (33) to take B424 south where it becomes D35A in France. Pick up D962 and D162D through Breidenbach and Waldhouse to connect with D86 south to the start at Haspelschiedt.
Start: Salle Socio-Culturelle Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (10 and 20 km) Trail: Unknown Award: None.

Malsch bei Heidelberg (69254) — This event is south of Heidelberg and its now-closed Patrick Henry Village. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6 toward Mannheim and Stuttgart, 656 toward Heidelberg, and 5 toward Basel. Exit at Walldorf/Wiesloch (39) and use B291 and minor roads to reach Malsch.
Start: Letzenberghalle at Schulstr. 4 Saturday: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. (5, 10 and 20 km) Sunday: 7 a.m. to noon (5, 10 and 20 km) Trail: Mostly flat, fields and some woods Award: None.

Schwollen (55767) — This walk is due west of Idar-Oberstein and offers 42- and 50-km routes in addition to the usual distances. Expect a half-hour drive from Baumholder, and about 50 minutes from Kaiserslautern. From Baumholder, head north on secondary roads toward Idar-Oberstein, briefly using B41 to Rötsweiler-Nockenthal, then continue on minor roads to Schwollen. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6 toward Saarbrücken and 62 toward Trier. Exit at Birkenfeld (4) to connect with B41/B269. Head north on B269 past Oberhambach, then turn off onto a minor road leading to Schwollen.
Start: Sportheim SV Schwollen Saturday and Sunday: 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. (6 and 12 km), 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. (20 km), 6-9 a.m. (42 km) and 6-8 a.m. (50) Trail: Unknown, expect fairly hilly, woods Award: From previous events or patch and certificate (marathon trails).

Thalexweiler (66822) — This event is southwest of Baumholder and north of Saarbrücken in the Saarland area. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6 and 8 toward Saarlouis and Autobahn 1 toward Trier. Exit at Tholey (140), take B269 a short distance to Thalexweiler. From the Baumholder area, use Autobahn 62 toward Trier. Connect with Autobahn 1 toward Saarbrücken and exit at Tholey (140) to use B269 to the start.
Start: Don-Bosco-Halle on Friedhofstraße Saturday and Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (5 and 10 km) and 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. (15 and 20 km) Trails: Unknown Award: None.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 1

Bad Dürkheim (67098) — A midweek event for those in the KMC area who are free to enjoy a daytime walk in the pretty winemaking area of Bad Dürkheim. However, the event is about three-quarters of the way to Mannheim so expect a 45-minute drive. From the KMC, use B37 (often referred to as B40) east directly to the start at Bad Dürkheim.
Start: Weingut Lang und Sohn at Weinstraße Nord 61 Wednesday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (6 and 11 km) Trail: Unknown Award: None.

WEEKEND OF JULY 4-5

Altrich (54518) — If you don’t mind making the drive to Bitburg or Spangdahlem, then here’s an event in that area. From Baumholder, use Autobahns 1 and 60 toward Trier and Wittlich, take the Wittlich-Mitte exit (125) and follow secondary roads in the direction of Bernkastel-Kues and Altrich to reach the start. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6, 62 and 60 toward Trier, Koblenz and Spangdahlem. Exit at

Wittlich-Mitte (125) and follow signs for Bernkastel-Kues and Altrich.
Start: Altreia-Halle on Schulstraße Sunday: 6:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. (5 and 10 km) and 6:30-noon (15 km) Trail: Expect hilly, fields and woods Award: None.

Menchhoffen, France (67340) — This event is south of Bitche and west of Haguenau. It’ll require a fair amount of driving but there are a number of scenic roads and it should make for a pleasant time. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6 and 8 toward Saarbrücken and Zweibrücken. Exit at Zweibrücken-Ixheim (33) to take B424 south where it becomes D35A in France. Connect with N62 toward Haguenau. At Niederbronn-les-Bains, take D28 to Ingwiller via Zinswiller and Rothbach. Pick up D919 leading to Menchhoffen and the start.
Start: Salle polyvalente on Route d’Uttwiller Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (10 km) and 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. (20 km) Trail: Unknown Award: None.

Niederstinzel, France (57930) — This French volksmarch, found due south of Saarbrücken, is easily reached by autobahn. From the KMC, use Autobahn 6 past Saarbrücken and into France where it becomes A32. Connect with the A4 toll road toward Strasbourg and use the Sarre-Union exit (43). Take D8 through Sarre-Union and Sarrewerden to connect with D43 that takes you to Niedersteinzel’s start.
Start: Salle des Fêtes des Sapeurs-Pompiers Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (10 and 20 km) Trail: Unknown Award: None.

Otterberg-Drehenthalerhof (67697) — This event is located just a few kilometers north of Kaiserslautern and west of Sembach. From Baumholder, make your way to Autobahn 62 and head toward Kaiserslautern, connecting with Autobahn 6. Use the Kaiserslautern-West exit (15) to pick up B270 north to Otterbach and Otterberg; from there take a minor road to Drehenthalerhof and the start. From the KMC, take B270 north toward Idar-Oberstein. Connect with secondary roads through Otterbach and Otterberg to pick up the minor road to Drehenthalerhof.
Start: Bürgerhaus at Im Rabental 20 Saturday and Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (6 and 10 km) and 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. (20 km) Trail: Hilly, woods and fields Award: From previous events.

WEEKEND OF JULY 11-12

Walferdange, Luxembourg (L-7220) — This event is a little less than an hour’s drive from Bitburg, and located about due north of Luxembourg City. From Bitburg and Spangdahlem, use B257 south to Echternacherbrück and the border. Pick up N11/E29 in Luxembourg to drive past Junglinster, then take the CR126 exit toward Walferdange. Use CR126 and CR125 to reach the start.
Start: Centre Prince Henri at 3, route de Diekirch Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (6 and 12 km) and 7 a.m. to noon (20 km) Trail: Unknown Award: None.

WEEKEND OF JULY 25-26

Seibersbach (55444) — This event is west of Bingen and adjacent to the scenic Hunsrück region. The town and its walk are easily reached. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6 and 63 toward Mainz and 61 toward Koblenz, then exit at Stromberg (46). Follow a minor road toward Rheinböllen to pick up the road to Seibersbach.
Start: Dorfgemeinschaftshaus on Soonwaldstraße Saturday and Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (5 and 10 km) and 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. (20 km) Trail: Fairly hilly, fields and woods Award: From previous events.

WEEKEND OF AUG. 1-2

Erstein, France (67150) — This late afternoon and evening event is south of Strasbourg and northwest of the former Canadian airbase at Lahr, Germany. It’s way too far (almost 2.5 hours from Kaiserslautern) but some of KMC’s volksmarchers will make a day out of it with visits to Strasbourg, Lahr, Baden-Baden, Bad Dürkheim, etc. From the KMC, use A-6 toward Mannheim, A-61 south toward Karlsruhe, and A-65 toward Landau. Exit at Kandel-Süd (22) to follow B9 to the border and connect with French Autoroute A35 toward Strasbourg. You’ll merge onto A4 briefly but continue southbound on A35 to use exit 6 toward Offenburg/Illkirch-Graffenstaden. Follow secondary roads past Fegersheim to the start at Erstein.
Start: Salle St Martin, Maison des Oeuvres at 9, quai du Convent Saturday: 7 a.m. to
2 p.m. (10 and 20 km)
Trail: Unknown Award: None.

Ettelbruck/Deich, Luxembourg (L-9012) — This event is north of Luxembourg City. Expect a two hour drive from the KMC. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6 toward Saarbrücken, 62 and 1 toward Trier, and 64 toward Luxembourg. Cross the border and continue on Autoroute A1, then exit at Potaschbierg (13) to use N1 and N14 toward Diekirch. At Stegen, pick up CR347 to Schieren, and then N7 north to Ettelbruck and the start.
Start: Hall Omnisports du Deich Frankie Hansen on rue du Deich Sunday: 7 a.m. to
2 p.m. (6 and 12 km) and 7 a.m. to noon (20 km) Trail: Unknown Award: None.

Kalhausen, France (57412) — This Marche Populaire event is south of Saarbrücken in France. Wanderers from the KMC area will have a bit of a drive (should be less than 90 minutes) to reach this walk. From the KMC, use Autobahn 6 to Saarbrücken and take the B51 exit toward Güdingen and the border. Continue onto D82, D919, and D33 as the secondary roads parallel the winding Sarre River. Connect with D83 and take it into Kalhausen and the start.
Start: Salle polyvalente on rue de la Liberation Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (10 and 20 km) Trail: Unknown Award: None.

WEEKEND OF AUG. 8-9

Konz-Krettnach (54329) — This walk is due south of Trier with a drive that’s a bit under 90 minutes from Kaiserslautern and an hour from Baumholder. Its proximity to Trier makes a visit to that historic city very convenient. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6, 62, 1 and 602 to Trier. At the end of A602, continue on B49, B51, and B268 to Konz and follow IVV signs to the start at Krettnach. From Baumholder, head to Freisen to pick up with A62 toward Trier. Connect with Autobahns 1 and 602 to Trier, then use B49, B51, and B268 to reach Krettnach.
Start: Bürgerhaus at Hauptstraße 10 Saturday and Sunday: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. (5, 10 and 20 km) and 7-11 a.m. (30 km) Trail: Flat (5 km) or hilly with scenic views, woods and fields Award: None.

Miesau (66892) — Just west of Landstuhl and home to an Army depot, this walk is easily reached via the autobahn. Pretty trails are offered by a friendly club that welcomes American membership. (For more information, ask for the club’s president, Heidi Jackson, who’s English is very good.) From the KMC, use the Autobahn 6 exit for Bruchmühlbach-Miesau (11) and follow IVV signs a short distance to the start hall.
Start: Turn- und Festhalle on Jahnstraße Saturday and Sunday: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. (5 and 10 km) and 7 a.m. to noon (20 km) Trail: Hilly, wooded areas Award: None.

Oudrenne, France (57970) — This Marche Populaire event is east-northeast of Thionville. Wanderers from the KMC area will have slightly more than a 90-minute drive to reach this event. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6 toward Saarbrücken and 8 toward Saarlouis and Merzig. Exit at Merzig (6), turn left at the end of the ramp onto Merziger Straße, and use minor roads south and west to the border. After crossing into France, continue on D855 toward Hunting and D255B to reach Oudrenne and the start.
Start: Place des fêtes Sunday: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. (10, 15 and 20 km) Trail: Unknown Award: None.

WEEKEND OF AUG. 15-16

Clausen (66978) — This event is south of Kaiserslautern and should be rather enjoyable. From Kaiserslautern, use B270 south toward Pirmasens. Connect with secondary roads at Waldfischbach-Burgalben leading to Donsieders and Clausen.
Start: Gräfensteinturnalle at Jahnweg 26 Saturday and Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (6 and 10 km) and 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. (20 km) Trail: Unknown Award: None.

Petersbach, France (67290) — Here’s a volksmarch that requires more than a bit of driving — it’s about 90 minutes from the KMC — but provides an opportunity to explore the sort-of-nearby town of Haguenau or the historic city of Strasbourg. The event is south-southwest of Zweibrücken and Bitche, France. From the KMC, use Autobahn 6 past Saarbrücken to the border then, after crossing into France, continue on A320/E50 to the A4 toll road. Head south toward Strasbourg, exit at Sarre-Union (43), and follow D1061, D13, and D9 to Petersbach.
Start: Salle polyvalente at 7, rue Principale Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (10 and 20 km) Trail: Wooded areas Award: None.

Weiterswiller, France (67340) — This Saturday event is south of Bitche and west of Haguenau. It’ll require a fair amount of driving but there are a number of scenic roads and it should make for a pleasant day. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6 and 8 toward Saarbrücken and Zweibrücken. Exit at Zweibrücken-Ixheim (33) to take B424 south where it becomes D35A in France. Continue in the direction of Bitche and connect with D620 to end up south of that town. Pick up D37 and follow it through Goetzenbruck to Moselle Bas-Rhin and pick up D12. Take that road through Wimmenau to then use D919 toward Ingwiller. Connect with D656 through Weinbourg to use D56 to the start at Weiterswiller.
Start: Salle polyvalente at 7, route de Weinbourg Saturday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (10 and 20 km) Trail: Unknown Award: None.

WEEKEND OF AUG. 22-23

Bouzonville, France (57320) — This just-across-the-French-border volksmarch is northwest of Saarlouis. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6 and 8 past Saarbrücken and Saarlouis. Exit at Saarlouis-Mitte (3) and use B405 through Felsberg and Ittersdorf to reach the border. Continue on French road D918 to Bouzonville and the start.
Start: Gymnase Norbert Noël Sunday: 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. (10 and 20 km) Trail: Unknown Award: None.

Consdorf, Luxembourg (L-6213) — This event is almost a two-hour drive from the KMC. Billed as Felsenwanderung, or rock hiking, the trails will lead wanderers among and though rock formations. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6 toward Saarbrücken, 62 and 1 to Trier, and 602 and 64 to the Luxembourg border. Continue on Motorway A1 toward Luxembourg City, exit at Potaschbierg (13), and connect with N1 toward Larochette. Pick up N14 and CR136 to Brouch, then follow CR132, CR137, and CR118 to Consdorf and the start.
Start: Centre culturel Kuerzwénkel on route de Berdorf Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (5 and 10 km) and 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. (15 and 20 km) Trail: Unknown Award: None.

Mannweiler-Cölln (67822) and Staudernheim (55568) — Two clubs are working jointly to offer separate start locations each day with a wide variety of trails, to include a 60-km route on Saturday. From the KMC to Mannweiler-Cölln, take Autobahns 6 toward Mannheim, 63 toward Mainz, and exit at Winnweiler (13). Use B48 north toward Bad Kreuznach to reach the start. From the KMC to Staudernheim, take B270 and secondary roads north through Otterbach, Katzweiler, Mehlbach, Niederkirchen, and Ginsweiler. At Odenbach, pick up B420 to Meisenheim, and connect with a secondary road leading to Staudernheim.
Start: Turnhalle at Alsenzer Str. 11 in Mannweiler-Cölln –or- Turnhalle zum Sportfeld in Staudernheim Saturday: 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. (6, 12 and 20 km in Mannweiler-Cölln and 5, 11, and 20 km in Staudernheim), 6-8 a.m. (42 km in Staudernheim), and 6-7 a.m. (60 km in Mannweiler-Cölln and Staudernheim) Sunday: 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. (5, 11, and 20 km in Staudernheim), 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (6, 12 and 20 km in Mannweiler-Cölln) and 6-8 a.m. (42 km in Staudernheim) Trail: Hilly, woods and fields Award: None or patch and certificate (marathon trails).

WEEKEND OF AUG. 29-30

Bitche, France (57230) — This Marche Populaire event is south of Zweibrücken in France. Wanderers from the KMC area willing to make the drive will enjoy the option of non-credit mountain bike routes of 17 and 30 km. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6 and 8 toward Saarbrücken and Zweibrücken. Exit at Zweibrücken-Ixheim (33) to take B424 south where it becomes D35A in France. Continue on using D620 and D35 to reach the start at Bitche.
Start: Etang du Hasselfurth Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (10 and 20 km, plus cycling) Trail: Unknown Award: None.

Eischen, Luxembourg (L-8465) — This Saturday afternoon event is east of Arlon, Belgium and about a two-hour drive from the KMC. From the KMC, use Autobahns 6 toward Saarbrücken and 8 toward Perl and the border. After crossing into Luxembourg, continue on Autoroute A13. Connect with A3 north toward Luxembourg City, and A4 and A6 toward Esch-sur-Alzette and keep south and west of the city. Continue on A6 to exit 1, connect with N13 and N6 to Steinfort, and take CR106 and CR108 to Eischen.
Start: Centre Culturel Jean Wolff at place Denn Saturday: 1-5 p.m. (5 and 10 km) Trail: Unknown Award: None.

Höheinöd (66989) — This walk, south of Landstuhl, is another of many available to wanderers from the KMC area. From Landstuhl, take Autobahn 62 south toward Pirmasens. Use the exit toward Sickinger Höhe/Rastplatz and follow IVV signs to the start.
Start: Sportplatz Sägmühle Saturday and Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (6 and 10 km) and 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. (17 km) Trail: Unknown Award: None.

Kirchberg (55481) — Enjoy seeing the Hunsrück region’s oldest town in one of Germany’s most scenic areas. From Baumholder, head east using the road bordering the training area to reach B420 toward Bad Kreuznach. Connect with B270 and B41 toward Kirn, and B421 north to Kirchberg.
Start: Stadthalle on Gartenstraße Saturday and Sunday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (5 and 10 km) and 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. (20 km) Trail: Slightly hilly (with a steep hill following the last control); neighborhoods, woods and fields Award: From previous events.

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