Best trails near Elfengrotte

The wild Üssbach valley is full of exciting stories and secrets that can be discovered along this route. You step back in time to a past characterised by knights. For example, the disinheritance of two brothers in the time of the knights. Today, only the spectacular arches of the castle and the stories of the past remain. The circular tour leads along narrow paths and wide tracks to exciting highlights. There is also a steep climb up to Enterbung with the Steffenswarte, which was built in...

There is a very special natural monument near Bad Bertrich. The Elfengrotte, also known as the cheese grotto, consists of many stones stacked on top of each other that look like cheese wheels. 50,000 years ago, hot, glowing rock from the surrounding volcanoes was pushed into the Elbesbach valley here. This unique cave was formed in the process. Behind the Elves' Grotto, a waterfall cascades down to a romantic pool. The cave can also be reached with a pushchair.

Varied circular trail through the historic Kondelwald forest near Bad Bertrich, Rhineland-Palatinate. This is an exciting hike through the historic Kondelwald forest in the Volcanic Eifel. A number of crooks were up to mischief here in the 18th century - including the Mosel Gang, after whom this route is named. On the hike, you will learn a lot about the history of the region and enjoy beautiful views of the landscape. Those interested in geology will also get their money's worth: the...

Challenging circular hiking trail in the Eifel, Rhineland-Palatinate. Over more than 20 kilometres, this circular trail from Bad Bertrich promises plenty of variety. Shortly after the start, you reach the Elbesbach waterfall and the former site of the Entersburg castle (only a few remains of the wall remain). The route runs for many kilometres through the beautiful Ueßbach valley. Highlights of the hike: - Spa town of Bad Bertrich - Elbesbach waterfall - Entersburg Castle (11th century) -...

This circular route begins and ends in Cochem, traversing several municipalities including Sankt Aldegund, Lutzerath, and Gevenich. The terrain transitions between the Moselle valley floor and the elevated plateaus of the Eifel region. Sections of the path consist of natural forest soil and gravel tracks, with some segments following paved local roads. The route is characterized by alternating steep ascents from the riverbanks to higher elevations and flatter stretches across open fields....

Varied MTB tour in Bad Bertrich. This mountain bike tour explores the unique volcanic landscape of the Volcanic Eifel and connects the spa town of Bad Bertrich with the heights of Lutzerath. The route is physically demanding and offers steep climbs as well as varied terrain that includes gravel paths, forest trails and flowing single trails. The ride leads through the picturesque Üssbach valley and up to scenic points such as the Achterhöhe. Although not technically extreme, the constant ups...

Stage 2 of the long-distance hiking trail "Mosel-Our-Weg", Rhineland-Palatinate. This is the second stage of the popular Mosel-Our-Weg long-distance hiking trail, which leads from Alf on the Moselle to Vianden right across the Volcanic Eifel. The route begins in the spa town of Bad Bertrich and ends in Manderscheid after around 22 kilometres. The hike is characterised by varied paths through forests, meadows and fields. Pretty little villages such as Hasborn run like pearls on a string...

This varied cycle route runs through the wooded hills around the spa town of Bad Bertrich and links the Vulkaneifel with the tranquil Üssbach Valley. Narrow single tracks wind their way through dense forests up to Falkenlay and on towards Kennfus and Lutzerath. A detour to the Achterhöhe viewing platform rewards you with sweeping views across the Siebenbach Valley. Forest tracks through unspoilt countryside lead past the historic Maisch spring and the Hammes wayside shrine, before the route...