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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.

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Aerial view of green fields with two blue lakes. Surrounded by forests and gentle hills. — Copyright: GesundLand Vulkaneifel/D. Ketz

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.

An exhibition with several white displays showcasing historical images. In the background, historical photographs can be seen on the wall. — Copyright: Bitburger Braugruppe GmbH

The home of Bitburger Come to the Bitburger Erlebniswelt to experience our number one draught beer with all five senses

A cheerful family is riding a water boat in an amusement park. In the background, a castle wall and trees are visible. — Copyright: Eifelpark Gondorf

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

A natural landscape with purple flowers and bushes. In the background, there are trees and a blue sky.

The juniper heathlands of the Vordereifel region are a real insider tip. They were created as a result of a particular form of land management.

A group of people is listening to a presentation in a modern exhibition room. In the center is a round table with an interactive presentation. — Copyright: Nationalpark Eifel, D. Ketz

Wild Dreams – Experience Nature in the National Park with All Your Senses

A narrow path leads through tall rocks, surrounded by lush greenery. Sunlight filters through the leaves, creating a tranquil atmosphere. — Copyright: Rheinland-Pfalz Tourismus GmbH

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.

High Fens near Botrange — Copyright: vennbahn.eu

One of the last Highland moors in Europe. One particulary special nature experience are the hiking trails over wooden walkways.

An impressive castle sits on a hill, surrounded by lush greenery. The clear sky and sunny landscape give the scene a picturesque atmosphere. — Copyright: Rheinland-Pfalz Tourismus GmbH, D. Ketz

High towers, picturesque oriels, protective walls and a deep castle moat amaze visitors when the well-preserved medieval castle appears out of nowhere on one of the hiking trails - e.g. the award-winning dream trail "Eltzer Burgpanorama". The interior holds some well-preserved treasures: the imposing knights' hall, the armoury and treasure chamber or the bedrooms, living rooms and writing rooms. All this can be experienced on a guided tour between April and November.