Best long trails in Daun

Idyllic loop through the Dauner Maare nature reserve near Daun, Rhineland-Palatinate An unforgettable hike to the landmarks of the Eifel - the Maaren, whose funnel-shaped craters were created by steam eruptions. The route leads around the Gemündener Maar, the Weinfelder Maar and the Schalkenmehrener Maar and offers wonderful views of this unusual natural landscape. There are places to stop for refreshments at the starting point. The route can be reached by bus and train as well as by car...

This route is stage 11 of the Eifelsteig, a long-distance trail through North Rhine-Westphalia and Rhineland-Palatinate. This specific section starts in Daun and ends in Manderscheid. The path leads from the spa gardens up to the famous Daun Maars: the Gemündener, Weinfelder, and Schalkenmehrener Maar. From the Dronke Tower, hikers enjoy views over the volcanic craters before following the course of the Lieser river through secluded forests, eventually reaching the impressive Manderscheid...

This route is stage 2 of the Lieserpfad, a long-distance trail in Rhineland-Palatinate. This section leads from the spa town of Daun to Manderscheid. A geological highlight is the Gemündener Maar, a volcanic crater lake surrounded by high trees. The path follows the Lieser River through quiet meadows and oak groves before a dramatic cliff trail offers spectacular views of the famous Manderscheid Castles. Overnight stays are available in guesthouses and hotels in Daun or Manderscheid; wild...

Beautiful hike in the Vulkaneifel Nature and Geopark, Rhineland-Palatinate. This route leads in a wide loop around the well-known three maars near Schalkenmehren - the Gemuendener Maar, the Weinfelder Maar and the Schalkenmehrener Maar. Highlights of the route: - View over the three volcanic maars near Schalkenmehren - Stop for refreshments in Schalkenmehren - Dronketurm on Mäuseberg - View over the volcanic Eifel

Popular cycle path between Vulkaneifel and Moselle, Rhineland-Palatinate This cycle path leads through the Vulkaneifel to the Moselle valley. The Maare-Mosel-Radweg is a pleasant route on the former railway line from Daun to Bernkastel-Keus. There are few differences in altitude, so the tour is well-suited for leisure cyclists or families. There is plenty of variety: the route leads over viaducts and bridges, through tunnels and the idyllic forests of the Eifel, past picturesque maars, and...

Wonderful loop in the Eifel, Rhineland-Palatinate. A varied loop around the beautiful Eifel town of Daun. A highlight is the Gemünden maar, one of the three famous "Eifel Augen" ("Eifel eyes"). These lakes were formed by volcanic activity and today create a very special landscape. Here at the smallest of the three maars, there is a swimming pool with boat hire so that a dive into this natural paradise is possible in the hotter summer months. There are many cafés and restaurants in the old...

An extensive route that leads around the town of Daun and along the maars. The hike is marked with the "GD" logo, but can also be taken in any number of variations. Special highlights are the Gemündener Haar, the Weinfelder Mara and the Dronketurm.

Popular loop trail in the Eifel, Rhineland-Palatinate This is a relaxed hike south of Daun. From the starting point near the Dorint holiday complex, you hike into the Dauner Maare nature reserve (dogs must stay on a leash here and the paths must not be left). Over the Mäuseberg it goes around the Gemündener Maar, the northeasternmost of the three Dauner Maars. In summer it is worthwhile to pack your bathing gear and take a refreshing break in the natural outdoor pool on the Gemündener...