Archäologietour Nordeifel 2026: Uraltes Leben im Steinbruch

Archaeology and monument preservation in the North Eifel. Experts will provide information on this day at six selected archaeological and architectural monuments in the North Eifel about the unique features of the locations.

If one looks from Zülpich in the direction of Bürvenich, one notices the striking mountain ranges on the northern edge of the Eifel. They are composed of rock layers from the Upper Muschelkalk of the Middle Triassic period, 240 million years ago. In them, inconspicuous fossils can be found, from which experts can draw conclusions about the environment of that time. Furthermore, it can be observed how the barren rock surfaces of the quarry gradually weather and become covered by nature.

Program: Presentation of fossils, tours in the quarry
For Children: Family tours at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Catering: The community of Berg offers potato pancakes, cakes, cold drinks, and coffee.

Please note: The quarry is a nature reserve. Please stay on the designated paths. Sturdy footwear is required; some
sections of the trail are very steep.

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Cost: free
Location: Mechernich-Berg, rest area at the castle, Gemünder Str. 84
Info Tel.: 02441. 994570
E-mail: info@nordeifel-tourismus.de