Best short trails in Eifel National Park
The Eifel National Park was founded in 2004 and is the first and only national park in North Rhine-Westphalia. The park is located on the border between Germany and Belgium and offers many kilometers of hiking, cycling and riding trails. The park is also home to the famous Wilderness Trail, which is divided into 4 stages and runs between Monschau and Höfen. Another well-known through route, the Eifelsteig, runs through the park. Guided tours are offered by park rangers, but the hiking trails can also be explored on your own.
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- 4.5 (47)·Easy·1.1 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrScenic nature trail in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia The development of the forest and the wilderness of the Kermeter can be learned about at ten experience stations. It partly goes over wooden walkways and there is a tree trunk tunnel and a climbing course to discover. The family-friendly path is suitable for strollers and wheelchairs. There are always benches for resting and picnicking. There is the Kermeter parking lot at the starting point. Highlights: - Radio play on...
- 4.1 (9)·Easy·2.2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrIdyllic winter hike in the Eifel National Park. This is one of the trails that are cleared fairly quickly by the park administration when it snows and are designated as official winter hiking trails. The route leads through a magnificent hilly landscape to the former village of Wollseifen. There the old school, the church and other buildings are still well preserved. Information boards give an insight into the history - the village had to be abandoned within 14 days because military...
- 4.0 (8)·Easy·2.4 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrBeautiful loop near Dreiborn in the Eifel National Park, North Rhine-Westphalia. This short but extremely varied hiking route takes you up a bit into the foothills of the Dreiborn Plateau. A paradise for various species of birds and deer, it also offers a diverse flora. The forest is rebuilding here bit by bit. What used to be military terrain is now populated by numerous animal and plant species. There is also a small moor landscape along the way. Tip: binoculars help spotting wildlife...
- 3.5 (7)·Moderate·2.5 mi·Est. 1.5–2 hrRelaxing loop in Erkensruhr, North Rhine-Westphalia. This loop provides a short break from the stress and hectic of everyday life and the opportunity to recharge your batteries in the seclusion and tranquility of the forest. From the beautiful and historically interesting Erkensruhr it goes up steeply at first. There are wonderful views of the surroundings and fresh forest air. A refuge is marked as a waypoint and there is a place to stop for refreshments. The starting point is right next to...
Visitor info
The easiest way to access the national park is via the information centers (or "national park gates") in Simmerath-Rurberg, Nideggen, Heimbach and Mönschau-Höfen. There is a tourist information office and exhibitions on various topics relating to the national park. Exciting information about flora and fauna is available at the Eifel National Park Center at the "International Place" Vogelsang IP. The center is open all year round, but the daily opening hours vary in summer and winter.
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