Best trails near Observatory

Popular circular route in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia This hike leads over the former military training area Vogelsang, which was used after the Second World War first by the British and later by the Belgian military. During the entire hike there are great views of the dammed waters of the Urft/Rur and the path repeatedly leads along monuments worth seeing. The hike runs from Einruhr, partly steeply, through forest paths up to the Dreiborn plateau. The 33 square kilometer...

Popular looop in the Eifel National Park near Heimbach, North Rhine-Westphalia. This long and varied tour in the Eifel National Park leads, of course, along 4 beautiful lakes. First it goes along the Heimbach reservoir, then to the Rursee, on to the Urftsee and along the Obersee. Especially on sunny days you can enjoy the glittering blue and wonderfully green natural panorama on the banks. In some places the path is very steep, especially up to Vogelsang and Walberhof. Overall, you need a...

As the name of the route suggests, this is a route full of contrasts: the first half of the route is on tarmac, so it would also be manageable on a racing bike. The second half, however, is on small dirt tracks and forest paths, most of which are unpaved. There is no getting through here on a road bike. Recommended bike: Gravel bike (ideal) Mountain bike, trekking bike.

Wonderful cycle route with lake views in the Eifel National Park. This beautiful route starts at IP Vogelsang and criss-crosses through lush mixed forests, offering marvellous views and wonderful lake panoramas. The diversity of flora and fauna in the unspoilt nature of the Eifel National Park offers the chance to encounter birds of prey, small mammals and magnificent plants. Along the way, there are several nice places to stop for refreshments and regional cuisine. Highlights: - Former...