Cyril trail Willingen

A nature trail has been created on the 838 m high Ettelsberg, where the consequences of the storm in January 2007 can be clearly seen. Nothing has been changed in the area of around one hectare since the hurricane; nature has been left to its own devices here. The spruce trees are still lying there exactly as Kyrill threw them down, some snapped off, most of them torn out of the ground along with their roots. Individual trunks are sticking up in the air, some have splintered at a height of a few meters, others have been hit further down. The natural path winds its way through the middle of this mess. You can stand under huge root plates, walk around fallen trees and, if it gets too rough, small bridges and wooden steps help you over the trunks and roots. From a small viewing platform, you can get an overview of the bizarre natural spectacle.

The Kyrill-Pfad is not just a destination for hikers and guests, kindergarten groups and school classes also embark on an educational expedition here. Sturdy footwear is a must when exploring the nature trail!
The trail has already changed significantly over the years and this process will continue, providing interesting insights into the formation of a new biotope: the bark is peeling off the trees, the soil is falling off the root plates, new vegetation is growing and the dead wood provides a new habitat for small animals.