Themed hikes Planetary Discovery Trail

Terfens / Karwendel

easy

3.0 km

1:00 h

The solar system at every turn – the Planetary Discovery Trail combines nature, knowledge and digital experiences in the Forchat Forest in Terfens.

Tour information

Requirement: easy
Length: 3.0 km
Duration: 1:00 h
Elevation uphill:45 hm
Elevation downhill:45 hm

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Elevation profile

Planetary Discovery Trail.gpx

Highest point600 m

Starting point

Elementary school Terfens-Vomperbach

Fitness level 1 / 6
Technique 1 / 6

Features

Circular route
Suitable for families
suitable for pushchairs

Best time of year

January
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Trail condition

Wide, well-maintained and level hiking trail
Suitable for strollers
Forest trails, wide nature trail, asphalt road

Numerous benches available

Equipment

Sturdy shoes
Rain protection/sun protection
Sufficient drinking water
Smartphone, map, and pen for digital adventures

Source: Silberregion Karwendel

Description

Since 2001, the Planetary Discovery Trail has brought the dimensions of our solar system to life. By 2025, all information about the planets will be up to date and accessible free of charge to families, school classes, and curious minds of all ages.

Highlights:

Information boards & true-to-scale planets & distances to the starting point Sun
Digital audio puzzle adventure with Karwendolin & Karla Wendel (for children aged 8-12)
Walking time: approx. 1 hour round trip (approx. 2 hours with digital adventure)

For the digital adventure, you will need the planet map from the tourist office in Schwaz or the municipality of Terfens. Bring a smartphone & pen or felt-tip pen to the Planetary Discovery Trail, and possibly headphones.

Thanks to the protective trees in the forest, the Planetary Discovery Trail can also be enjoyed in the rain. Depending on snow conditions, the trail is generally accessible all year round—however, in winter, pay particular attention to snow loads on branches.

Nearby huts and mountain restaurants

Fischerhäusl
Place: Terfens
: Restaurant
see restaurant details: Fischerhäusl

Getting here

Arrival by public transport
Nearest train station: Pill-Vomperbach, from there a 10-minute walk along Stublerwald forest, over the highway bridge to the trailhead.

Route planner: VVT SmartRide
Parking
Short-term parking zones (3 hours) are available at the fire station, the elementary school, and Christuskirche church.

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