Königssee

The volcanic dome of the Barsberg created in the Tertiary was the highest elevation (600 m) in the vicinity and particularly suitable for the construction of a ring wall system. Their builders deliberately chose the location and were guided by the natural conditions.

Less of an excursion destination than a spectacular site is the Eckfelder Maar in a side valley of the Lieser about 2 km north of Manderscheid.

Situated high above Einruhr, a fantastic distant view.

The history of Mechernich is connected inseparable with history of mining industry.

Follow the course of the former Roman road and marvel at the layered structure of the technical miracle of the Roman Empire.