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Experience wilderness in the making - in the Eifel National Park

Something unique of this scale is happening in the Eifel National Park in North Rhine-Westphalia: extensive forests and open landscapes are on their way back to wilderness!

The Eifel National Park, founded in 2004 and covering 110 square kilometers, is still considered a "development national park." Protected areas of this category have 30 years to leave at least three-quarters of their area to nature – only then do they meet the international criteria of a national park. But today, more than half of the area already follows the national park motto "Let nature be nature," meaning humans leave nature to its own inherent laws. This allows thousands of endangered animal and plant species to spread again within the special and newly emerging habitats. For example, rare animal species such as the black stork, eagle owl, and wildcat find their vital refuges in the Eifel National Park. Protecting nature along with these habitats and their inhabitants is the main task of the Eifel National Park.

Experience the exciting process of newly emerging wilderness up close! Observe wild animals, wander through natural beech mixed forests, and enjoy fascinating panoramic views of impressive lake landscapes or over the open grasslands of the Dreiborn Plateau. Explore the region on your own or be expertly guided by our rangers or forest guides. There is much to discover – and at any time of the year!

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    Forest, water, wilderness in the Eifel National Park
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Hiking Trail · Nationalpark Eifel
Wild Way and Hirschley - Eifel National Park
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 8.2 km
Duration 2:30 h
Ascent 124 m
Descent 124 m

From the barrier-free nature experience path "Wild Way," you first go through the beech forests of the "Wilder Kermeter" to Hirschley, which ...

5
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 4.9 km
Duration 1:15 h
Ascent 46 m
Descent 43 m

Forest, water, wilderness - Experience the motto of the Eifel National Park in a combination of hiking and boat trip.

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from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 11.2 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 225 m
Descent 225 m

This winter hiking route follows cleared paths through the Püngelbachtal and the Dedenborn forests above Erkensruhr.

5
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 7.5 km
Duration 2:10 h
Ascent 162 m
Descent 293 m

The interactive exhibition “Wildness(t)races” prepares you for a hike through cultural landscape and nature returning to its origins.

5
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
Thematic Trail · North Rhine-Westphalia
Beaver and buzzard at the Rursee - National Park Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 2.5 km
Duration 0:40 h
Ascent 9 m
Descent 9 m

This cozy walk with lake views suitable for strollers leads around the start of the Obersee.

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recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 7.5 km
Duration 2:15 h
Ascent 244 m
Descent 244 m

Discover the green diversity of forest, water, and wilderness! 🌳💧🐾 This circular route includes the "Creation Trail," which is characterized ...

4.9
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 7.7 km
Duration 2:15 h
Ascent 110 m
Descent 120 m

Forest and water. A scenic and varied hike, with the return journey relaxed by boat over the Upper Lake!

5
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Thematic Trail · Nationalpark Eifel
Wildnis Trail (Stage 4) - National Park Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 difficult
Distance 17.8 km
Duration 4:50 h
Ascent 388 m
Descent 419 m

Gnarled oaks and rocky slopes line the final stage The hike from Heimbach to Zerkall is the shortest of the four stages. It leads through the ...

4
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 6.6 km
Duration 1:40 h
Ascent 67 m
Descent 67 m

This winter hiking trail alternates through oak, beech, and spruce forests.

4.7
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 8.8 km
Duration 2:15 h
Ascent 72 m
Descent 298 m

Next Stop: Wilderness! - This route leads over the ridge of the Dreiborn plateau, through the abandoned village of Wollseifen, and down to the ...

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Eifel
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Welt der Wasservögel

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Eifel
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Der Infopunkt befindet sich im Rathaus. Hier erhalten Sie alle wichtigen Informationen zum ...

Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
Nature Trail · Nationalpark Eifel
Der Wilde Weg
Nationalpark Eifel
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Die Naturschätze des Nationalparks zu erleben, soll allen Menschen möglich sein. Der Wilder Weg ...

from Jasmin Daus,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
Info Point · Eifel
Nationalpark-Infopunkt Kall
Eifel
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Im Infopunkt Kall, der sich direkt im Bahnhofsgebäude befindet, erhalten Sie alle wichtigen ...

Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 5 km
Duration 1:15 h
Ascent 59 m
Descent 59 m

This winter hiking trail runs along cleared paths through the barrier-free nature experience area Wilder Kermeter to the Hirschley viewpoint and ...

4
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
Hiking Trail · Nationalpark Eifel
Peace Recharge Station - Eifel National Park
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 7.1 km
Duration 1:55 h
Ascent 175 m
Descent 175 m

From the old Trappist abbey, formerly home to the last silence order in Germany, this hike climbs several meters to a remote corner of the ...

4.9
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 1.5 km
Duration 0:25 h
Ascent 11 m
Descent 11 m

The Wild Path is an accessible nature-themed experience trail for young and old. Here, visitors learn everything worth knowing about nature and ...

4.7
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 6.5 km
Duration 1:40 h
Ascent 94 m
Descent 94 m

This winter hiking trail leads over easy paths through diverse mixed beech forests.

4
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 12 km
Duration 3:15 h
Ascent 207 m
Descent 207 m

The themed route 7 leads on winding paths through the Kermeter forest with its oak and mixed woods. From Gemünd at the edge of the spa park, it ...

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from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 3.3 km
Duration 0:50 h
Ascent 58 m
Descent 58 m

An impressive circular route at any time of year between flowers, forest and Perlenbach - a classic for the narcissus bloom from mid-April to ...

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recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 3.6 km
Duration 0:55 h
Ascent 21 m
Descent 29 m

Easy winter hike to the abandoned village of Wollseifen.

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Hiking Trail · Nationalpark Eifel
Beyond the horizon ... - Eifel National Park
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 9.1 km
Duration 2:35 h
Ascent 202 m
Descent 202 m

This route leads through the impressive vastness and seclusion of the Dreiborner Hochfläche, as well as through varied forests on the Creation Path.

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from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 5.1 km
Duration 1:30 h
Ascent 158 m
Descent 158 m

Hike through an idyllic valley floor past orchards, pastures, and traditional Eifel houses - framed by river and forest.

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from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 6.4 km
Duration 1:45 h
Ascent 134 m
Descent 134 m

This route connects two significant historical sights in the Eifel National Park: the abandoned village of Wollseifen and Vogelsang IP - formerly ...

4
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 5 km
Duration 1:25 h
Ascent 81 m
Descent 81 m

This route is short and punchy. It runs along the Obersee and is lined by a magnificent mid-mountain forest landscape that whets the appetite for ...

5
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
Thematic Trail · Nationalpark Eifel
Wildnis-Trail (Stage 2) - National Park Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T2 difficult
Distance 20 km
Duration 5:45 h
Ascent 565 m
Descent 522 m

Along narrow paths by the lakes to gigantic views On the second stage from Einruhr to Gemünd, you experience wonderful views over the open ...

5
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 5.9 km
Duration 1:30 h
Ascent 63 m
Descent 63 m

This winter hiking route follows cleared paths along creek valleys through the spruce forests of Wahlerscheid.

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from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 8.3 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 80 m
Descent 80 m

This winter hiking trail leads through spruce forests and past meadows where wild daffodils bloom in spring. With some luck, you may also see ...

4.7
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 9.8 km
Duration 2:35 h
Ascent 206 m
Descent 206 m

Do you feel like taking a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life? On the Dreiborner Hochfläche you will find the perfect opportunity.

4.8
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 difficult
Distance 12 km
Duration 3:15 h
Ascent 267 m
Descent 267 m

On this route, you mainly walk through the sunlit oak forests of the Hetzinger Forest. Keep your eyes open: Along the streams on the path, you ...

4
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
Hiking Trail · NSG Perlenbach-Fuhrtsbachtal-Talsystem
Wild Narcissus - Pearl of the South - Eifel National Park
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 5.6 km
Duration 1:25 h
Ascent 39 m
Descent 39 m

This easy hike south of the Eifel National Park leads through the Perlenbachtal nature reserve, whose diverse valley meadows are worth a visit at ...

3.5
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
Thematic Trail · Nationalpark Eifel
Wildnis-Trail (Stage 1) - Eifel National Park
recommended route Difficulty T1 difficult
Distance 23.9 km
Duration 6:30 h
Ascent 459 m
Descent 724 m

Along the daffodil meadows through the south of the national park The stage from Höfen to Einruhr is the most demanding of the four stages of ...

4.5
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 difficult
Distance 14.9 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 344 m
Descent 344 m

On the roofs of many towns in the surrounding area such as Monschau and Kalterherberg, as well as in the Schleiden and Roetgen area, there is one ...

4
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 4.3 km
Duration 1:05 h
Ascent 66 m
Descent 66 m

A short route with gentle ascents and descents through the wilderness of tomorrow. Wildflower meadows and a wide stream valley accompany you.

5
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Hiking Trail · Nationalpark Eifel
Spectator hike - National Park Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 14 km
Duration 4:10 h
Ascent 319 m
Descent 319 m

Accompanied by forest, water, and open land, you become a witness to the diversity and interplay of landscape, culture, and history on this ...

4.7
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Thematic Trail · Nationalpark Eifel
Wildnis Trail (Stage 3) - Eifel National Park
recommended route Difficulty T1 difficult closed
Distance 22.5 km
Duration 5:50 h
Ascent 350 m
Descent 479 m

The third stage of the Wildnis Trail is characterized by varied forests and paths into the heart of the national park. Let yourself be enchanted by ...

4
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate closed
Distance 9.9 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 280 m
Descent 280 m

Original forest, partly winding trails, and wonderful views line this circular route.

4.3
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty easy closed
Distance 3.5 km
Duration 0:56 h
Ascent 59 m
Descent 59 m

Bird paradise, tank tracks, red deer, wide views, a moor, and the wilderness of tomorrow. All this can be experienced during this short hike!

5
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 difficult closed
Distance 12.8 km
Duration 3:20 h
Ascent 201 m
Descent 201 m

A varied and rather challenging hike through the open land of the Dreiborn plateau, an abandoned village, and forests.

4.6
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Hiking Trail · Nationalpark Eifel
Der Wadenbeißer - Nationalpark Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 difficult closed
Distance 25.2 km
Duration 6:50 h
Ascent 437 m
Descent 437 m

This hike requires good fitness and sturdy shoelaces. However, it is rewarded with the full diversity of the national park and lonely path sections.

4.7
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
Thematic Trail · Nationalpark Eifel
Theme Route 5 - Places of Power - National Park Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 difficult closed
Distance 10.1 km
Duration 2:55 h
Ascent 305 m
Descent 305 m

A hike through the Kermeter, the heart of the national park, past the Jugendstil power plant Heimbach and the Heimbach reservoir.

3.5
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Hiking Trail · Nationalpark Eifel
Bird Watching Route - Eifel National Park
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 12.6 km
Duration 3:50 h
Ascent 290 m
Descent 290 m

This route offers fascinating views over the lake landscape and the Dreiborn plateau. The route owes its name to the popular Bird Watching Station ...

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from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 7.1 km
Duration 1:55 h
Ascent 136 m
Descent 318 m

On this versatile route, you can experience the former NS Ordensburg Vogelsang, the interactive exhibition Wildnis(t)räume, the abandoned village ...

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from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 12 km
Duration 3:20 h
Ascent 298 m
Descent 315 m

Next stop: wilderness! - This route leads up and down through the Hetzinger Forest in the north of the National Park with its gnarled oaks and ...

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from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 10.8 km
Duration 2:55 h
Ascent 291 m
Descent 286 m

Next stop: wilderness! - Hike through the peaceful north of the National Park with its gnarly oaks and along the picturesque Rur. The arrival and ...

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from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 moderate
Distance 13.6 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 214 m
Descent 214 m

Oaks and beeches each occupy 20-30% of the forest area in the Eifel National Park and are on average 90 years old. However, on this hike through ...

3.2
from Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel,   Nationalparkverwaltung Eifel
recommended route Difficulty T1 easy
Distance 12.6 km
Duration 3:35 h
Ascent 143 m
Descent 336 m

Next stop: Wilderness! - This hike leads through the heart of the Eifel National Park, the Kermeter with its mighty beech trees. From Wolfgarten ...

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Museum · Nationalpark Eifel
Erlebnisausstellung "Wildnis(t)räume"
Nationalpark Eifel
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Das Besucherzentrum im historischen Forum Vogelsang IP - mitten im Nationalpark Eifel - beherbergt ...

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Viewpoint · Nationalpark Eifel
XXL-Baumelbank
Nationalpark Eifel
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Auf einer Baumelbank kannst du nicht nur deine Seele, sondern auch deine Füße Baumeln lassen. Bei ...

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Die Themen-Touren sind ausgeschilderte Rundwanderwege. Ideal also für alle, die auch mal ohne Karte oder Navigationsgerät wandern wollen. Einfach den hölzernen Wegweisern mit den Markierungen T1, T2, ...

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