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If you don't look closely, you might easily miss this. Unfortunately, there isn't much to see.

The whole history of coal mining is interesting, as is the small settlement of the miners at that time, of which the remains of the masonry can still be seen. On the ground you can find numerous pieces of coal that document the mining.

The mine tunnel is located just a few meters off the main path, a worthwhile detour via a side path. The tunnel was in operation from 1753 to 1905. Coal was mainly mined in the Hagenbach area.

Old tunnel on the side of the road

Old mine tunnels on the side of the road

According to written sources, mining had been carried out in the Black Forest since at least the 10th century and only came to a standstill in the 19th century or in some areas in the 1950s, i. H. The centuries of mining have often destroyed, removed or in most cases buried the older traces (heaves, pits, tunnels and shafts, heaps, water features, stamp mills, etc.). Since the forms of operation, including the work on site, have remained the same for centuries, the mining relics themselves hardly allow any chronological statements.

Beautiful hiking area. Great infrastructure for hikers and mountain bikers. The Black Forest and in particular the Ortenau district are very varied. Since I don't take a photo of every bench or bush along the way, I'll include a photo collage of my photos from the region.

Unfortunately I didn't take a photo, but read the sign. Very interesting what came to light here.