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Hiking for everyone: the joy of experiencing nature with and without dementia!
On July 23, 2025, a hike for people with dementia and their relatives will take place in Herrenberg. Participate for free!
Hiking for everyone: the joy of experiencing nature with and without dementia!
On July 23, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. a very special hiking offer will take place in Herrenberg: “The joy of hiking with and without dementia”. The meeting point is the Waldfriedhof Herrenberg bus stop, and anyone interested is warmly invited. The event is aimed primarily at people with dementia and their relatives and friends. What could be better than indulging in nature in pleasant company while focusing on the well-being of your loved ones?
The offer, organized by the Swabian Alb Association and accompanied by Reiner Kaupat, an experienced hiking guide, promises a one-hour hike that can be adapted to the needs of the participants. And the best part? It is a free offer that benefits everyone who enjoys hiking - regardless of age or physical condition.
The benefits of hiking
Hiking can be more than just a welcome change. Loud Dementia guide Sufficient exercise is crucial for health, especially in old age. For people with dementia, such a hike helps to improve community and participation and can also improve mood. While walking, participants can talk to each other in peace and exchange ideas, a nice side effect that is often missing.
The hiking routes are designed to be safe and easy to access. It is particularly important to avoid steep climbs and unknown routes so that all participants feel comfortable. It is also advisable to make sure you wear weather-appropriate clothing and plan the safest form of transport.
A place of support
The hike is not just a relief for the participants. Caring relatives can also take a short break from their everyday lives and recharge their batteries through the shared experience. This makes everyday life much easier and offers the opportunity to exchange ideas with others in similar situations. If you would like to become a hiking companion yourself, you can also contact the organizers and get an idea of the process on a hike.
The organizers have everything in mind: Reiner Kaupat is available as a hiking guide and Andrea Buck from the Department of Health, Age and Care can be contacted on 07032 / 924 397. More information is on the website www.herrenberg.de/Freude_am_Wandern to find.