Best waterfall trails in Vulkaneifel Nature and Geopark
The Vulkaneifel Nature and Geopark is located between Bad Bertrich near the Moselle and Ormont on the Belgian border. This is an extraordinary and exciting part of the earth's surface in terms of geological history. The "adventure of volcanism" takes shape in the Vulkaneifel Nature and Geopark.
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- 4.4 (179)·Easy·3.1 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrNatural hiking trail to the Dreimühlen waterfall near Nohn, Rhineland-Palatinate The Dreimühlen waterfall is one of the most fascinating and popular waterfalls in the Eifel and has also been declared a natural monument. It was created by the carbonate tributaries of the Ahbach. A special leaf moss and diatoms ensure the constant growth and formation of new sintered rock in which precipitate lime is bound. Since the bridge over the stream no longer stands, the water must be crossed on...
- 4.4 (70)·Moderate·10.6 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrPopular circular route in the Vulkaneifel, Rhineland-Palatinate This is a very varied circuit in the Eifel to Kerpen Castle and the Dreimühlen waterfall. The hiking trail is located in the Vulkaneifel Nature and Geopark and therefore guarantees an atmospheric hiking experience. There are also numerous places to stop for refreshments along the route. Highlights of the hike: - Dreimühlen waterfall - Dreimühlen ruins - Kerpen Castle
- 4.6 (47)·Easy·6.9 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrStarting from the tranquil village of Nohn, this route leads to a unique natural monument. The trail runs along the Ahbach stream, near which the ruins of Dreimühlen Castle from the 13th century are hidden. It passes through a varied landscape of mixed forests and open fields that are typical of the High Eifel. Along the way, benches invite you to enjoy the peace and quiet and keep an eye out for native wildlife such as deer. The waterfall itself was only created when a railway line was built...
- 4.7 (62)·Easy·6.1 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrChild-friendly hike in the valley of the Kleine Kyll near Manderscheid, Rhineland-Palatinate This route leads south of the municipality of Manderscheid through the valley of the Kleine Kyll, which has impressive rapids at its southernmost point. Highlights: - Beautiful course of the Kleine Kyll valley - Well suited for hiking with children - beautiful forest paths
- 4.4 (43)·Moderate·11.6 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrA scenic hiking tour in the Vulkaneifel Nature and Geopark near Kerpen. There are good car parking facilities in Kerpen as well as a bus stop to get to the excursion. The circular hike offers plenty of variety, with beautiful castles to explore and a quarry worth seeing. There are beautiful views of Niederehe at the start of the tour. Highlights: - Kerpen Castle - Dreimühlen ruins - Dreimühlen waterfall - Quarry
- 4.4 (32)·Hard·25.9 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrThis route is the stage of the Eifelsteig, a long-distance hiking trail through North Rhine-Westphalia and Rhineland-Palatinate. This particular section begins at the Erlöserkapelle chapel in Mirbach and ends in Hillesheim. The trail leads through the transitional landscape towards the Vulkaneifel to the growing Dreimühlen waterfall near Nohn, a unique natural monument. Walkers pass Niederehe Monastery and Kerpen Castle before reaching the crime-themed town of Hillesheim. Accommodation is...
- 4.7 (26)·Moderate·10 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrAtmospheric hiking trail near Manderscheid in Rhineland-Palatinate This hike starts at the Heidsmühle mill in the south of Manderscheid and first runs southwards along the Lieser valley before switching to the Kleine Kyll valley in a northerly direction. Highlights: - Manderscheid castle pond - Hiking along the Kleine Kyll & Lieser - Beautiful valley hike
- 4.5 (38)·Hard·17.4 km·Est. 5.5–6 hrVaried hike in the Vulkaneifel near Üxheim, Rhineland-Palatinate. This route offers all sorts of variety. The Dreimühlen waterfall, the Hönselberg nature reserve, the Arensberg crater, and Kerpen Castle are just a few of the highlights of this hike. Especially in May / June, this route is an absolute must. Wild orchids grow everywhere along the way, which characterize the landscape. The course deserves the name "Picturesque Eifel." The hike can be walked all year round and has no...
- 4.2 (33)·Hard·20.8 km·Est. 6–7 hrOfficial hiking trail from Ulmen to Cochem in Rhineland-Palatinate This route is an official hiking trail of Mosellandtouristik GmbH and leads from Ulmener Maar in Ulmen to Cochem. The route always follows the course of the wildly beautiful River Endert. Highlights: - Göbelsmühle restaurant - Winneberg ruins - Cochem Imperial Castle - Cochem cable car - Campsite in Cochem
- 3.9 (20)·Moderate·8.2 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrPopular circular hiking trail in the Vulkaneifel Nature Park, Rhineland-Palatinate. The Dreimühlen waterfall near Üxheim is considered one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the Eifel. Overgrown with moss, the water of the Mühlenbach stream falls between four and six metres into the Ahnbach stream. But this circular hiking trail not only attracts visitors with the natural monument of the Dreimühlen waterfall. The route also enchants with beautiful views over the Eifel and a castle ruin from...
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best waterfall trail to hike in Vulkaneifel Nature and Geopark?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best waterfall trail to hike in Vulkaneifel Nature and Geopark is Dreimühlen Waterfall, which has a 4.4 star rating from 179 reviews. This trail is 3.1 km long with an elevation gain of 77 m.
What is the longest waterfall trail in Vulkaneifel Nature and Geopark?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest waterfall trail in Vulkaneifel Nature and Geopark is Muehlenbach - Nuerburgring - Nohner Waterfalls. This trail is estimated to be 52.1 km long.
How many waterfall trails are in Vulkaneifel Nature and Geopark?
There are 17 waterfall trails in Vulkaneifel Nature and Geopark.These waterfall trails have an average 4.3-star ratingfrom 572 AllTrails community reviews.
Which waterfall trail has the most elevation gain in Vulkaneifel Nature and Geopark?
MTB: Bad Bertrich - Lutzerath has the most elevation gain for waterfall trails with 1,857 m of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Muehlenbach - Nuerburgring - Nohner Waterfalls, which has 1,286 m of elevation gain.
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