Kalkofen

The castle has been destroyed many times, most recently in the Palatinate War of Succession in 1689 by French troops of Louis XIV, like most Eifel castles. Today only a ring wall and a basement tower with shooting ranges are preserved from the former, probably over 1000 years old Burganlage.

Discover the unfathomable depths of the Pulvermaar! Located directly near Gillenfeld, the Pulvermaar is the deepest maar in the Eifel at 74 metres. It is surrounded by beautiful beech forest and in summer is a popular address for all those who want to swim or go boating in the midst of beautiful nature.

The medieval city wall of Hillesheim from the 13th century is one of the most important landmarks of the town and invites visitors to enjoy magnificent views over the place and the Kyll Valley with its walkable battlements. After multiple destructions and a comprehensive renovation, it is now a vibrant historical site with cultural events and quality of stay.

This Eifel view on the "Simonsley" (415 meters above sea level) offers you an impressive panorama above the Rursee in a south-easterly to south-westerly direction, with the "Kermeter", a core area of the Eifel National Park, drawing the eye.

The spring at the Altstraßbach was captured in the 1940s during construction work for the Westwall.