Large renovation project at the Hohen-Loog-Haus: Roof and photovoltaics in focus!

The Palatinate Forest Association Hambach starts an extensive renovation project for the Hohen-Loog-Haus, which has its own electricity and water supply. This project includes the installation of a photovoltaic system (PV) with an output of 21 kilowatt peak (KWP) on the roof of the hut and was decided in April 2024 by the general meeting of the association. The total costs of the project amount to 157,000 euros, which is the largest individual investment in the local group. The district association Pfalz supports the project with 40,000 euros.

The Hohe-Loog-Haus is supplied with electricity and water from the Kaltenbrunner valley via lines that are more than 40 years old. Due to the high power consumption, especially for four cold stores, the project is important to install the photovoltaic system. 48 modules are planned for the PV system, and a battery memory with 26 kilowatt hours (kWh) should contribute to covering the electricity requirement in the sunny months. In addition, the roof is being renovated because the current bitumen track cover is over 50 years old and already has damaged areas.

construction work and renovation details

The renovation includes the replacement of the roof skin with a titanium zinc standing fold sheets and insulation of the attic. The lightning protection system is also reinstalled. The construction work is planned for mid -January 2025; A scaffold is set up by the Neustadter company Schläger. Guests on the Hohe Loog are asked for with any prospect for possible disabilities during the construction work.

The Hohe-Loog-Haus, operated by the Palatinate Forest Association Hambach e.V., offers a breathtaking view of the Südpfalz, the Black Forest and the Odenwald. The hut has 250 seats as well as additional outside seats and a large children's playground that offers a variety of activities for children. It lies at 620 m above sea level And is surrounded by high vines and offers excellent opportunities for hiking in nature. The fastest access to the hut takes place in about 30 minutes on foot from the "Hahnen step" parking lot.

In the area around the hut, numerous hiking trails, including from the Hambacher Castle and from St. Martin, lead to the hut. A traditional forest festival is offered in summer, in which spit roast and Hambacher wines are served.

A selection of tours is recommended for hikers, which range from slight to heavy, such as a distance of 9.7 km with a duration of about 2 hours and 45 minutes as well as a more demanding tour over 17.4 km, which can take 5 hours and 10 minutes.