The watercourses and their floodplains are a typical and ecologically valuable part of the Rureifel with a great wealth of flora and fauna. This diversity is thanks to the farmers who have mowed the meadows for centuries. When modern forms of farming close to villages made haymaking in the valleys no longer worthwhile, spruce trees were planted there. Efforts are currently being made in many places to restore the original floodplain vegetation. The characteristic terracing can be seen in many places along the hiking trail. This occurs when a river is no longer able to transport its debris and deposits it in the floodplain. If a river deepens again due to a change in climate, it cuts through the previously formed terrace. The formerly swampy valleys of the Eifel only acquired their function as traffic routes after the river regulation at the beginning of the 20th century.

Start at the town hall in Newel. Along typical ``Eifelhäuser`` the route leads through Newel and then to the fields. The path leads past meadows and through a hidden forest. This absolutely untouched part of the forest can be described as an insider tip. Along the stream, you feel calm and relaxed. In the summer, the trees provide cooling shadows on the steady ascent. The tour continues to Kreuzerberg, where a small climb is rewarded with a view over the whole town. Crossing the summit it goes through forest and fields back to Newel. This varied hiking trail is particularly suitable for a family hike or a trip with dogs.

The circular cycle tour takes you through the Upper Ahr Valley and over Eifel heights with unique views. Follow the course of the Ahr river and discover wide (Eifel) fields and forests.

Weilerbach - Hohllay

Long hiking trail/13 km