The North-Eifel region with its towns Euskirchen, Zülpich, Mechernich, Schleiden, Gemünd, Blankenheim, Hellenthal, Kall, Nettersheim and Weilerswist has a lot to offer for a fun-filled yet relaxing stay.
Following the philosophy of ' let nature be nature' an area of 110 square kilometres is under protection of the Eifel National Park and landscapes, formerly influenced by man, are now gradually transforming into the 'virgin beech forests of tomorrow'. Discover the future jungles of Germany.
In the LVR open air museum in Kommern, you will experience how people previously lived and worked in the Rhineland area with all your senses. On a site covering 90 ha, some 65 historic buildings have been rebuilt from the former Prussian Rhine Province. Explore this museum landscape - farms, mills, workshops, shops, a post office, school, etc.- surrounded by fields and gardens, tree-lined meadows and cattle pastures.
In the middle of the Nationalpark Eifel, the site of the former Nazi 'Ordensburg' at Vogelsang (a former training location for the junior staff of the NSDAP) forms a most unusual legacy. After 1946, the site was used as a military training area, first by the British and later by Belgian troops. Today, with 'Vogelsang ip', it is an international centre for culture, education and nature.
On the edge of the Nationalpark Eifel, deep within the marvellous Eifel woodlands lies the Hellenthal Game Reserve. A large number of indigenous game species such as red deer, mouflon, wild boar, lynx and wild cats appear each season in their natural grace and beauty. Easily walkable forest paths or the free sanctuary train enable you to explore the extensive area.
With its historical Old Town and unique location amidst the famous hedges and impressive scenery of the surrounding Venn region, Monschau is a health climate resort with plenty to offer. As a stroll through its winding alleys will soon reveal, the romantic half-timbered houses harbour a rich mosaic of art, culture and museums.
Hemmed in by massive ramparts this quaint town is covered with historic houses and monuments.
The village offers spa treatments and a romantic atmosphere, in a historical setting. You will also enjoy the vibrant pedestrian zone filled with attractive shops, an outlet center and lively cafes.
Heimbach is an acknowledged climatic health resort. It is surrounded by the wide forests near the Rursee.
The scenic townscape is characterised by Burg Hengebach, a castle, which looks even more magnificent if illuminated by night. In the centre you will find plenty of half-timbered houses along romantic streets.
The scenic village Blankenheim with its castle is located right in the heart of the Eifel region. The main sight is the Ahr-Fountain in a basement vault of an old house of the year 1726.