Rennrad-Tour: hart & fordernd

Long, challenging, and with stunning scenery—this loop route isn’t for the faint of heart. Over nearly 120 kilometers and almost 1,900 meters of elevation gain, you’ll experience the Vulkaneifel from its athletic side: with challenging climbs, quiet Eifel villages, cultural highlights like Niederburg Manderscheid, and natural wonders like the Strohner lava bomb. For anyone looking for a real challenge.

Before you set out…

From time to time, sections of the route may need to be temporarily rerouted or closed. Just check www.gesundland-vulkaneifel.de/info/wege-info/.

This tour is designed for anyone who loves road cycling—and is ready to take on a real challenge. Spanning just under 120 kilometers and with nearly 1,900 meters of elevation gain, a varied route awaits you, featuring smooth, fast-riding sections and impressive scenic views that only the Vulkaneifel can offer.

The tour begins at a leisurely pace along the Maare-Mosel Bike Trail, including a ride through the “Großes Schlitzohr” tunnel. From there, the route takes you along small roads and quiet paths through typical Eifel villages like Steiningen, Wollmerath, and Strotzbüsch—always with an eye toward the next climb and the next view. As you pass natural wonders like the Strohner lava bomb and the Ernstberg, short but challenging climbs will test you.

Must-see highlights line the route: Buchholz Monastery with its XXL panoramic bench, the imposing Niederburg Manderscheid, and the picturesque Hilgerath Church near Bongard. If you’d like, you can also make a detour along the way to the Windsborn Crater Lake—the only true crater lake north of the Alps.

The route is challenging but easy to ride throughout—ideal for ambitious road cyclists who want to combine variety, endurance, and stunning views. A true Eifel experience on two wheels!