Copyright: Eifel Tourismus GmbH, Dominik Ketz Copyright: Eifel Tourismus GmbH, Dominik Ketz
"The journey is the destination"
in one of the most breathtaking regions of Germany: the Volcanic Eifel
The region around Gerolstein, Hillesheim and Stadtkyll will delight you with its striking volcanic cones, impressive basalt formations, bubbling mineral springs and sweeping views. Our selected hikes lead along rugged rocks, through ancient forests and to quiet places that invite you to pause for a moment. Look forward to pure hiking pleasure!
Our circular and themed hiking trails
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Hiking
Panorama road Leudersdorf
ÜxheimOpen at all times
Distance:9.8 km
Duration:2:30 h
Difficulty:Medium
The hike runs mainly over open meadows and agricultural fields around Leudersdorf. It offers wide and magnificent panoramic views in all directions.
Hiking
Spring Path
GerolsteinOpen at all times
Distance:6.6 km
Duration:2:00 h
Difficulty:Medium
A varied hike around the Ooser Nase near Müllenborn. Enjoy the tour through deep Eifel forests, past springs and the meandering Oosbach stream.
Hiking
Stadtkyll hiking trail SY 4
StadtkyllOpen at all times
Distance:14.9 km
Duration:4:00 h
Difficulty:Medium
Day hike through the Wirfttal nature reserve south of Stadtkyll past Haus Wirfttal, Schönfelder Mühle and the forests around Stadtkyll.
Hiking
Steffeln-Auel Route
SteffelnOpen at all times
Difficulty:Medium
Ascent to the Steffelberg with a fantastic panoramic view of Steffeln and the West Sifel volcanic mountains. On the Killenberg, you can gain an insight into a Roman-medieval quarry.
Hiking
Tieferbach path
OberbettingenOpen at all times
Distance:4.4 km
Duration:1:20 h
Difficulty:Medium
The Tieferbach accompanies you on your circular tour from Oberbettingen to Basberg and back. Slow down on your hike through the idyllic nature of the Eifel.
Hiking
Üxheim Trail
ÜxheimOpen at all times
Distance:8.5 km
Duration:2:15 h
Difficulty:Easy
The landscape on this hike is impressive, and beautiful views of the Gerolstein region open up again and again.
Hiking
Volcanic Panorama Trail
WalsdorfOpen at all times
Distance:11.7 km
Duration:3:00 h
Difficulty:Medium
The circular trail offers an insight into our volcanic past and a view from the XXL bench over our beautiful volcanic Eifel in the present.
Hiking
Volcano Trail
HillesheimOpen at all times
Distance:13.3 km
Duration:3:40 h
Difficulty:Medium
The Volcano Trail takes you to the Arensberg volcano, a Tertiary volcanic peak and one of the biggest attractions in Gerolsteiner Land. In the middle of the volcano - without getting hot feet.
Hiking
Volcanoes, Maars & water springs (North) Geo-Roundtrip Steffeln
SteffelnOpen at all times
Distance:10.5 km
Duration:3:00 h
Difficulty:Medium
Three springs with refreshing mineral water, rare birds and plants, and the impressive volcano garden in Steffeln are just some of the many attractions along the two circular routes.
Hiking
Volcanoes, Maars & water springs (South) Geo-Roundtrip Duppach
DuppachOpen at all times
Distance:10.4 km
Duration:2:45 h
Difficulty:Medium
Three springs with refreshing mineral water, rare birds and plants, and the impressive volcano garden in Steffeln are just some of the many attractions along the two circular routes.
