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    Copyright: Touristik GmbH Gerolsteiner Land, Sarah Wiesen
    Copyright: Touristik GmbH Gerolsteiner Land, Sarah Wiesen

Family trip

Family outings in Gerolsteiner Land are varied, uncomplicated and full of experiences

Between forests, volcanic landscapes and lively places, exciting destinations await where children can learn through play, let off steam and discover new things together with the family. Short distances, lots of hands-on activities and attractions close to nature ensure that boredom is a thing of the past.

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Here you will discover a diverse selection of exciting excursion destinations and unforgettable sights that will give families with children special moments.

  1. Copyright: Thomas Langens
    Hiking

    Nature trail with forest ball track Gerolstein

    Gerolstein
    Open at all times
    Distance:1.7 km Duration:1:30 h Difficulty:Easy

    The brand new nature trail with a forest ball track in Gerolstein's municipal forest offers fun for the whole family. Nine stations along the circular trail encourage visitors of all ages to explore, learn and play in the forest.

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  2. Historic building in Gerolstein with the inscription 'Anno 1710' and '1949', stairs and statue in the foreground, blue sky in the background.
    Copyright: Jochen Hank

    Gerolstein Natural History Museum - journeys in time on the Eifelsteig

    Gerolstein
    closed today

    The Natural History Museum in the old town hall of Gerolstein is on the trail of nature. In addition to minerals, rocks and fossils from the region, there are also exhibits from the prehistoric and early history as well as the most species-rich collection of butterflies in the Eifel.

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  4. Three children with safety goggles and hammers are examining stones on a meadow. In the background, information boards can be seen.
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    Geoacker Gerolstein

    Gerolstein
    Open today

    You will find the the geological field with "Geodrom" in the vulcano "Kasselburger Hahn". For families with children it offers the possibility to explore the four main rock types of the Vulkaneifel. Geo-bags can be purchased for €9.50 from the Gerolstein Tourist Information Centre.  

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  5. Two women with birds of prey on gloves in front of Kasselburg in Pelm. One woman is smiling while the other looks at the bird.
    Copyright: Eifel Tourismus GmbH, Dominik Ketz

    Adler- und Wolfspark Kasselburg

    Pelm
    Open today

    The 20-hectare park around the historic castle complex from the 12th century with dense forests, lush meadows and diverse enclosures for birds of prey, wolves and other animals.

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  6. Man hanging on a zipline in the forest
    Copyright: EifelAdventures, Elmar Saxler

    Freizeitpark EifelAdventures

    Berlingen
    closed today

    Zipline and adventure minigolf facilities for young and old, families and adrenaline-seekers

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  8. Poster for the Hillesheim Detective Trail featuring the historic Hillesheim city wall and Detective Badger. Suitable for children from 8 years old. Contact information of the Hillesheim Tourist Information.
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    Detektiv-Trail (ab 8 Jahre)

    Hillesheim
    Open today

    Purchase a treasure map, solve the riddles, calculate the code and secure your instant prize - while doing so, the treasure hunters will learn a lot of interesting facts about the region and the small town of Hillesheim.

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  9. Two bare feet on a pebble beach.
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    Hiking

    Barefoot trail Hillesheim

    Hillesheim
    Distance:1.6 km Duration:0:25 h Difficulty:Easy

    The barefoot trail is fun and healthy at the same time. Foot massages from gentle to strong in passing and a rediscovery of the foot feeling during a walk over the most different surfaces offers this path.

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  10. In the background, there is a large single-story wooden hut. In the middle, there is a double door. Above it hangs a wooden sign with the inscription "Bielenhof Alm". On the right and left of the door, there are wing windows with flower boxes. In front of the hut, there is a paved terrace with several tables and chairs. Two of the tables are occupied by a group of men. In the foreground, there is a spring rider on a grassy area in the colors blue, yellow, and red.
    Copyright: Familie Spohr

    Birgel- Bielenhof Alm

    Birgel
    Open today

    Here you will be provided with all kinds of specialities from the region during your tour. On the grounds there is also a petting zoo for young and old and a milk filling station with farm shop - well worth a detour! We keep various animals in seven enclosures, such as rabbits and guinea pigs, goats and sheep, two alapacas and a pony. A special attraction is the pond; here live goldfish and koi as well as geese and ducks. All the animals look forward to being fed and petted by you.

    learn more about: Birgel- Bielenhof Alm
  11. A half-timbered house with the inscription "Backhaus" above the entrance door.
    Copyright: Historische Wassermühle Birgel, Mariette Spohr GmbH

    Historische Wassermühle Birgel

    Birgel
    closed today

    The historic Birgel watermill is a unique mill experience centre and the largest in Europe. The four mills are still in operation today: mustard mill, grain mill, oil mill and sawmill.

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