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Top 15 excursion destinations
Discover nature, history and culture
The Eifel is a place for real experiences. When you are out and about here, you will encounter a landscape that tells stories: of volcanoes and monasteries, of artisan architecture and quiet retreats, of nature that touches and culture that remains.
Our top 15 selection shows you excursion destinations that allow you to experience the Eifel in different ways. Many of them can be easily combined with a hike or bike tour, others are ideal starting points for a day trip. They invite you to take a closer look. From the mysterious Laacher See lake to the imposing Eltz Castle, from the spiritual power of Maria Laach Abbey to romantic half-timbered towns such as Monschau and Bad Münstereifel and the wild beauty of the national park - each place is special in its own way.
Take your time, get involved - and get to know local stories and special features.
Top 15 excursion tips
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Vogelsang IP
SchleidenOpen today
In September 2016, the new visitor’s and exhibition centre, the Forum Vogelsang IP, was opened. The two main exhibitions are the documentation of the National Socialist period, “Destiny: Master Race. National Socialist Ordensburgen - Both Fascination and Crime” and the adventure exhibition “Wilderness Dreams” organised by the Eifel National Park Centre.
Nürburgring
NürburgOpen today
The Nürburgring Green Hell - racing, business, adventure, holiday
Urfttalsperre
SchleidenOpen today
The Urft Dam is the oldest valley dam in the Eifel and is located in the middle of the Eifel National Park. At the time, the dam was planned as the largest structure in Europe. Construction of the 266 m long wall made of quarry stones began in 1899 - in May 1905 the dam was filled with water for the first time. In addition to flood protection and energy generation, the aim of the hydraulic engineering measure was to supply the region with drinking water. With a length of 12 km, a width of up to 1 km and a maximum depth of 52 m, Lake Urft has a capacity of 45.5 million cubic metres. Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)
Maare der Vulkaneifel
DaunOpen today
Powerful natural forces created these unique natural beauties. The "eyes of the Eifel", as they are commonly known, shimmer deep blue and captivate their visitors.
Historic centre of Monschau
MonschauOpen today
The historical old town of Monschau at the Rur.
The High Fens
Open at all times
One of the last Highland moors in Europe. One particulary special nature experience are the hiking trails over wooden walkways.
Bitburger Erlebniswelt
BitburgOpen today
The home of Bitburger Come to the Bitburger Erlebniswelt to experience our number one draught beer with all five senses
"Teufelsschlucht" (Devil's Gorge)
ErnzenOpen today
A natural monument of extraordinary fascination: a narrow gorge with metre-high rock faces, cool and dark. Cracks and crevices, weathered and overgrown with mosses and lichens. Anyone walking through this eye of a needle in the sandstone is walking through a 200-million-year-old seabed that harbours many secrets.
Leisure and Animal Park "Eifelpark"
Gondorfclosed today
WILD ANIMALS AND LEISURE – THE PERFECT DAY OUTCovering an area the equivalent of around 100 football pitches, Eifelpark Gondorf is a unique combination of amusement park and wildlife park. More than 60 attractions and over 200 wild animals make Eifelpark the perfect destination for families with children, hiking days for school and nursery school classes, senior citizens’ trips and exciting group excursions. Free Parking All attractions included in admission fee Dogs allowed on a leash
City-Outlet and historic Bad Münstereifel
Bad MünstereifelOpen today
Bad Münstereifel is a small romantic town that has grown historically over the years, with picturesque timber-framed houses and the City Outlet, with attractive shops that are worth paying a visit. You can take a break in the many cosy cafés and restaurants.
