"Waldpromenade" along the treetop path in Hainich National Park

Waldpromenade along the treetop path in the Hainich National Park

"Promenade" means a path, which primarily serves strolling. This is exactly what the WALDPROMENADE invites you to do. The main actor on the path is the forest itself - its simple beauty and its calming - energizing sensuality. The barrier-free design guarantees a comfortable and stress-free tour (1.2 km). Several islands of calm, such as the WaldBar or the WaldWonne, and some action elements such as the WaldKonzert, ask you to linger. The path is a combination of water-bound gravel sections and wooden walkways. At the same time, this compensates for height differences and allows a particularly attractive approach to the forest. 

Accessibility certified People with walking disabilities Wheelchair users

Barrier-free information

Short Report as PDF

All areas relevant for testing meet the quality criteria of the label "Accessibility certified - accessible for people with walking disabilities and wheelchair users".

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.

  • There are four marked parking spaces for people with disabilities (parking space size: 350 cm x 500 cm).
  • The path from the parking lot to the National Park Center is 750 m long. It is easy to walk and drive on and has a maximum longitudinal gradient of 6% over a distance of 20 m.
  • The National Park Center is accessible without steps.
  • The cash desk is 85 cm high at its lowest point.
  • The forest promenade is laid out as a circular route and is 1.2 km long. The starting point is 200 m away from the National Park Center.
  • The path is at least 158 cm wide and has no steps.
  • The path is easy to walk and drive on. The surface consists of a water-bound surface and wooden planks (distance between the elements: 1 cm).
  • The maximum gradient is 6% over a length of 10 m. The longest section with an incline is 150 m long and has a gradient of 4%.
  • Seating is provided.
  • There is an uninterrupted guidance system.
  • The exhibits/stations and the information on the exhibits are mainly visible and legible when seated.
  • No guided tours are offered.

Public WC for people with disabilities (in the Nature Park Center toilet block)

  • The toilet door can be opened with a key.
  • The door is 93 cm wide.
  • The manoeuvring spaces are:
    at least 150 cm x 150 cm in front of/behind the door, in front of the toilet and in front of the washbasin;
    at least 92 cm x 70 cm to the left and right of the WC.
  • There are grab rails to the left and right of the WC. The grab rails can be folded up.
  • The washbasin is wheelchair compatible. The mirror can be seen when standing and sitting.
  • An alarm trigger is available.

Evaluation report: Download as PDF

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.

  • The forest promenade is laid out as a circular path and is 1.2 km long. The starting point is 200 m from the National Park Center.
  • The path is easy to walk and drive on. The surface consists of a water-bound surface and wooden planks (distance between the elements: 1 cm).
  • There is an uninterrupted guidance system.
  • No guided tours are offered.
  • A public WC is located at the nature park center.

Evaluation report: Download as PDF

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.

  • Assistance dogs are allowed.
  • The entrance to the National Park Center is visually rich in contrast.
  • The forest promenade is laid out as a circular path and is 1.2 km long. The starting point is 200 m from the National Park Center.
  • The path is easy to walk and drive on. The surface consists of a water-bound surface and wooden planks (distance between the elements: 1 cm).
  • The path has tactilely perceptible side boundaries in some areas; depending on the time of year, it is also easily recognizable visually.
  • There is an uninterrupted guidance system.
  • The signage is designed in easily legible, but low-contrast lettering.
  • No guided tours are offered.
  • A public WC is located at the nature park center.

Evaluation report: Download as PDF

Some information on accessibility are listed below. For detailed information please see the evaluation report.

  • The name or logo of the National Park Center is clearly recognizable from the outside.
  • The forest promenade is laid out as a circular path and is 1.2 km long. The starting point is 200 m from the National Park Center.
  • There is an uninterrupted guidance system.
  • There is no information in easy language.
  • No guided tours are offered.
  • A public WC is located at the nature park center.

Evaluation report: Download as PDF

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