Eifel maar lakes resulting from extinct volcanoes
There are more than 50 maar lakes in the volcanic Eifel region. You can experience this unique natural phenomenon in a variety of ways.
- Weinfeld and Schalkenmehren maar lakes
- Ideal for walking
- Maar Museum and "Vulkanhaus"
The origin of the famous volcanic maar lakes in the Eifel is a geological phenomenon. You can explore these at the Maar Museum in Manderscheid or at the Vulkanhaus in Strohn. The most famous maar lakes are the Weinfeld or Schalkenmehren maar lakes near Daun. In summer you can even swim or go pedal boating on some of the maar lakes, or simply enjoy the splendid countryside. And the classic walking trails entice you to walk or hike - depending on your level. This is a unique image of nature, particularly in winter.
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Sportily through the countryside
Countryside as far as the eye can see - the region around Sunparks is simply paradise for those who love open air activities.
- Nordic Fitness Park
- Cycling and mountain biking
- Winter sports
The ideal starting point for an active holiday in the countryside. Would you like to go Nordic walking, walking or jogging? Then visit the largest Nordic fitness park in Europe. One of the 14 routes even goes directly past the village. Or you can discover the Eifel by bike. Ambitious sports enthusiasts can visit the mountain bike trail park. And there are many opportunities for an enjoyable bike tour with the family. Winter sports begin with the snow - on sledges or on skis. In the Eifel you really can be active all year round.
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There is more than just motor sports at the Nürburgring
The Nürburgring is not only well known for Formula 1.
- Formula 1, DTM and much more
- "ring°werk" leisure park
- "Rock am Ring" music festival and more
Even though the Nürburgring is famous for Formula 1, the racetrack represents a top-class attraction all year round. Mastering DTM, 24-hour races or the legendary North Loop itself - motor sport in all its glory. "ring°werk", the covered leisure park, the ring Boulevard shopping area and the "grüne Hölle" for a gastronomic experience. The Nürburgring has also gained worldwide acclaim thanks to the "Rock am Ring" festival - the largest in Europe. Nowadays there are also many other concerts and events - sometimes at the Multimedia Theatre too.
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Wine lovers are also catered for
Not far from the Village are two of the most popular wine growing regions in Germany.
- The Ahrtal red wine paradise
- The wine town of Cochem on the Moselle
- wine tasting
Thanks to the inflow of mild Rhineland air, there is an almost Mediterranean climate - the optimum conditions for excellent wine. The "red wine paradise of Germany" is to be found at Ahrtal. This produces the "Blue Pinot Noir"
- full of temperament and velvety, and the "Portugieser", which is mild and delicately fruity. A visit to the Moselle is recommended for lovers of white wines. The most important variety of grape here is the Riesling. At the wine tasting, you can also sample an introduction to wine-growing and cellar technology.
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Wildlife and leisure parks
A visit to an amusement park always gets children's' hearts beating faster. And adults quickly revert to childhood:
- Daun wildlife and amusement park
- Klotten wildlife and leisure park
- Phantasialand
The Daun wildlife and experience park has monkeys, deer, lamas, wild boars and other animals. Experience the free-roaming animals on foot, by car or by covered wagon. The adventure playground and the summer toboggan-run round off the day's fun. At the Klotten wildlife and leisure park there are a whole range of attractions and a wildlife park. You will experience a day full of action, adventure and entertainment at Phantasialand. A ride on the "Black Mamba" is just one of many highlights. |
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