The imposing castle dominates the image of Blankenheim. Finds indicate that a Roman fort previously stood here. Gerhard I built the castle in 1115 above the source of the Ahr. Today the castle complex serves as a youth hostel and can be visited on request. Blankenheim Castle is located directly on the hiking trails Burgen-Route and Eifelsteig stage 6.
Katholische Pfarrkirche Kreuzerhöhung (Dreifaltigkeitskirche) in Monreal
Monreal
Open today
The Catholic Parish Church of the Elevation of the Cross in Monreal is located directly on the Elzbach and, as a 32-meter-long structure made of unplastered local quarry stone, is still a remarkable structural appearance today.
Photo and film museumKurfuerstenstr. 70, Bad Bertrich The private photo and film museum has opened its doors to the interested public. The Eischen family has collected well over 2,500 exhibits from the world of photographers and filmmakers. These include valuable exhibits such as Lanterna Magicas, old film and cinema projectors or laboratory equipment. Upon request, Ms. Eliane Eischen-Küntsch will guide you through the museum.