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Forest paths in the Tennenloher Forest are open again - warning: danger of forest fires!
After the forest fire in the Tennenloher Forest, closed paths were reopened. However, a high risk of fire remains.
Forest paths in the Tennenloher Forest are open again - warning: danger of forest fires!
There is something back to normality in the Tennenloher Forest in Erlangen. After the extensive extinguishing work that became necessary due to a devastating forest fire on May 6th, 2025, the closed forest paths are now open to the public again. But caution is still advised as the risk of forest fires remains high. The district office has therefore urged you to exercise particular caution when visiting the forest nn.de reported.
Forest visitors will still have to observe a ban on entering certain areas, which has been in place since April 1, 2014. The authorities have also issued clear guidelines that every forest visitor should be aware of. A smoking ban applies from the beginning of March to the end of October, and lighting fires, even barbecue fires, in and around the forest is strictly prohibited. Under no circumstances should burning cigarettes be thrown out of the car, as this could have fatal consequences.
Guidelines for safety in the forest
The dangers posed by forest fires should not be underestimated, and education about avoidable risks is crucial. Parking on dry grass can also be dangerous due to hot vehicle catalytic converters, which is why it is prohibited to park cars, motorcycles and agricultural vehicles on meadows and forest paths. In the event of a fire, forest visitors are asked to immediately call the emergency number 112 in order to provide help as quickly as possible.
The fire in the Tennenloher Forest affected an area of 40,000 square meters; The disaster was then declared by the district office. Nine firefighters sustained minor injuries during the firefighting and rescue operations. This shows how seriously this situation should be taken.
Danger of forest fires in Germany
Addressing the risk of forest fires is not only relevant locally. In Germany, the area affected by forest fires decreased significantly between 1991 and 2017. But the weather conditions and the amount of dry, combustible material in the forest play a crucial role. In 2018 and 2019, numerous forest fires were recorded due to extreme drought and heat, especially in the northeastern federal states. In Brandenburg, for example, a particularly critical situation was experienced that demanded numerous resources and emergency services Umweltbundesamt.de explained.
The need for effective precautionary measures is becoming increasingly urgent. In addition to improved early detection and fighting of fires, federal states are relying on the modernization of older fire lookout towers with digital sensors that continuously forward information to the forest fire control centers. Classic methods such as wound strips and water collection points are also being further expanded in order to be able to react quickly in an emergency.
A call to all nature lovers: Be attentive and follow the authorities' advice. The prevailing conditions require us all to be more aware of the risks of forest fires and their impacts. Because the forest is not only a habitat, but also a place of relaxation for many of us.