--- title: "Waldhusche, Hinterhermsdorf" url: "https://www.visitsaxony.com/poi/waldhusche-hinterhermsdorf" description: "What exactly is a “Waldhusche”? Or a “wood giant”? How does natural regeneration work, and why were wildlife fences built in the past? The Waldhusche answers these kinds of questions in a vivid way.The 66-hectare exhibition and adventure area near Hinterhermsdorf offers open-air lessons on forest history. Here, children and adults can explore stations dedicated to historical forestry work, ecological forest development, and modern concepts for the future of forestry.Four themed trails wind through the grounds, connecting technical installations from traditional forestry with interactive elements and nature stations. Many hands-on activities invite visitors to actively explore the forest. The grounds offer varied and educational nature experiences, especially for families with children.Two information points operated by the Saxon Switzerland National Park round out the offerings: the Beizehaus and the Blockscheune, both featuring exhibits on regional forest history. The Waldhusche is open to the public and is ideal for a half-day excursion to the Hintere Sächsische Schweiz." language: "en" type: "Place" image: "https://dam.destination.one/1344073/2c62c29f93001df5e101b36f5e76e7b36cc97540b1be235d75baaca3cdfacc03/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Home > Special > Destination.Data Details > Poi" --- Share Waldhusche, Hinterhermsdorf ============================ - Nature discovery trail - - Two children play on a large wooden model of a beetle in the forest; one girl looks out of an opening while another climbs in. A laughing child in a blue jacket looks out of a wooden play structure designed like an insect in a forest. Pile of wood in the forest with green signs for the Hinterhermsdorf forest hut and the Saxon Switzerland National Park, surrounded by trees. A little girl in a pink jacket looks at an information sign in the Saxon Switzerland National Park, surrounded by forest. This visitor center at the Saxon Switzerland National Park is an open-air nature and adventure trail with interactive stations. What exactly is a “Waldhusche”? Or a “wood giant”? How does natural regeneration work, and why were wildlife fences built in the past? The Waldhusche answers these kinds of questions in a vivid way.The 66-hectare exhibition and adventure area near Hinterhermsdorf offers open-air lessons on forest history. Here, children and adults can explore stations dedicated to historical forestry work, ecological forest development, and modern concepts for the future of forestry. Four themed trails wind through the grounds, connecting technical installations from traditional forestry with interactive elements and nature stations. Many hands-on activities invite visitors to actively explore the forest. The grounds offer varied and educational nature experiences, especially for families with children. Two information points operated by the Saxon Switzerland National Park round out the offerings: the Beizehaus and the Blockscheune, both featuring exhibits on regional forest history. The Waldhusche is open to the public and is ideal for a half-day excursion to the Hintere Sächsische Schweiz. Read more Good to know ------------ Openings The site is freely accessible at all times. Please note: The Waldhusche is located in the National Park. This means that only marked paths may be used in the core zone! Fines may be imposed for non-compliance. Read more Price info free of charge Read more Eligibility - for Groups - Pet allowed Payment methods Entrance Free Accessibility **Saxony Barrier-Free** **Accessibility Information** The trails not only pass by small and (spatially) large information and interactive stations that invite visitors to explore and participate, but also offer the opportunity to visit the National Park Administration’s two accessible information centers "" and “Blockscheune” to learn more about forest management in the national park region. Unfortunately, a few **short, steep (!) (some < 10%)** sections of the trail—especially around the large, centrally located meadow—mean that these routes in the are not marked as wheelchair-accessible. However, with **sufficient assistance from helpers**, the tour shown here on the map can also be enjoyed by wheelchair users; however, you should always expect rocky terrain on the designated wheelchair-accessible hiking trails. In addition, there is a very well-equipped accessible restroom in an adjacent building right next to the Beizehaus, which is accessible via EuroKey. Entrance to the facility / paths within the facility - Door width min. 70 cm - Entrance with max. one step or ramp Accessible toilet - Door width min. 90 cm - Stepless access (max. 3 cm) or ramp - Movement area in front of toilet bowl min. 150x150 cm - Area left or right of the toilet bowl min. 90 cm - Hinged hand rails at the side of the toilet bowl provided Read more Family vacation Author Tourismusverband Sächsische Schweiz e.V.**Madlen Rogge** Organization Tourismusverband Sächsische Schweiz e.V. License (master data) Madlen Rogge Tourismusverband Sächsische Schweiz e.V. This content has been partially or completely optimised or created by AI.* Our recommendations ------------------- View on map 2.67 km - Hiking Nearby ------ View on map Contact Buchenstraße 01855 Sebnitz - OT Hinterhermsdorf