Planetary Discovery Trail
Nordic walking
The solar system at every turn – the Planetary Discovery Trail combines nature, knowledge and digital experiences in the Forchat Forest in Terfens.
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:
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.
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)
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.
At a Glance | |
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| Elevation loss: | 45 m |
Information | |
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| Starting point: | Elementary school Terfens-Vomperbach |
| Path surface: |
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| Directions: | Start at Terfens-Vomperbach Elementary School (large sun (14 m diameter)) – circular route along the planet stations following the yellow trail markers through the valley forest back to the church and Pluto – return to the starting point |
| Recommended equipment: |
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| Meer informatie en links: | All information about the planets can be found on the Terfens municipality website. All our digital adventures can be found here. Start the digital puzzle adventure for children with Karwendolin and Karla Wendel here, and help Zilbo find his way home. |
Route type | |
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| Circular hike: | Yes |
| Family hike: | Yes |
| Hike suitable for prams: | Yes |
Getting there | |
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| Getting there: | The S-Bahn train will take you to Pill-Vomperbach station, which is a 10-minute walk from the starting point at the elementary school/Christuskirche church. From the A12 Inntalautobahn highway, take the exit Vomp and the starting point is only a 5-minute drive away. |
| 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. |
Best season | |
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| Jan: | Yes |
| Feb: | Yes |
| Mrz: | Yes |
| Apr: | Yes |
| May: | Yes |
| Jun: | Yes |
| Jul: | Yes |
| Aug: | Yes |
| Sep: | Yes |
| Oct: | Yes |
| Nov: | Yes |
| Dec: | Yes |
| City: | Terfens |
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