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Gladbach

Welcome to Gladbach, Bernkastel-Wittlich! This destination in the heart of Germany is a real insider's tip for anyone looking for an unforgettable getaway. The region lies on the edge of the Moselle Valley and offers a picturesque backdrop of rolling hills, vineyards and historic towns.

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Activities in Gladbach


Attractions in Gladbach


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Long Distance Hiking · Eifel
Eifelsteig Stage 14: Bruch - Kordel
recommended route Difficulty difficult Stage 14
Distance 27.5 km
Duration 8:15 h
Ascent 507 m
Descent 533 m

The longest Eifelsteig stage places high demands on the hiker but also rewards with a varied landscape. Continuing along the Salm, the path ...

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from Wolfgang Reh,   Eifel Tourismus GmbH
recommended route Difficulty difficult Open
Distance 34 km
Duration 9:40 h
Ascent 643 m
Descent 643 m

The 34 km long Meulenwald route is continuously marked as an Eifelsteig experience loop. The hike is recommended over 2 days with an overnight ...

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from Nicole Baller / Tourist-Information Wittlich Stadt & Land,   Tourist-Information Wittlich Stadt & Land
Hiking Trail · Eifel
Hiking trail Bruch 1 (Br1)
recommended route Difficulty T1 difficult
Distance 15.2 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 239 m
Descent 247 m

The circular hike Bruch 1, continuously marked as Br1, uniquely combines natural experience and cultural discoveries – a pleasurable break for body ...

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from Nicole Baller / Tourist-Information Wittlich Stadt & Land,   Tourist-Information Wittlich Stadt & Land
Hiking Trail · Eifel
Holischbach - Dreis 1
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 12.4 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 328 m
Descent 328 m

This scenic route offers pure relaxation. Partly on narrow paths, the hike leads for long stretches through forest and along the four streams Salm, ...

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from Josef Thieltges,   Community
Difficulty
Distance 75.1 km
Duration 22:13 h
Ascent 1,218 m
Descent 1,457 m

Manderscheid | Himmerod Abbey | Bruch, Pension Hoffmann | Naurath, Brauhaus Zils | Kordel, Train Station

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from Route Parrot,   Community
Long Distance Hiking · Eifel
Salmtal-Kordel 11.02.2022 14:02:29
Map / Salmtal-Kordel 11.02.2022 14:02:29
Difficulty
Distance 41.8 km
Duration 10:16 h
Ascent 921 m
Descent 951 m

Schön, anspruchsvoll, Natur pur.

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from Viktoria Krasteva,   Community
Map / RR_Bitburg-Bruch-Auw-Bitburg_68km
Difficulty moderate
Distance 67.7 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 880 m
Descent 880 m

Schöne, wellige Rennradtour über einige Radwege und meist ruhige Nebenstraßen. Strecke ist wellig aber trotzdem noch recht flüssig zu fahren.  ...

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from - Radsportfreunde Bitburg e.V,   Community
Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.5 km
Duration 3:07 h
Ascent 203 m
Descent 203 m

Für Naturfreunde

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from Clemens Baasch,   Community
Map / Pfingstritt von Niederöfflingen nach Schleidweiler
Difficulty difficult
Distance 34.2 km
Duration 8:07 h
Ascent 547 m
Descent 570 m

Schöne Tagestour zur Pferdesegnung

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from BENJAMIN WEBER,   Community
Map / Aufzeichnung am 30.01.2022 10:52:22
Difficulty
Distance 15.1 km
Duration 3:20 h
Ascent 337 m
Descent 353 m

Rothaus-Greverath-Gladbach-Rothaus

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from Heidi Heinen,   Community
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Gladbach is especially known for its impressive abbey church. The imposing building dates back to the 12th century and houses numerous art treasures such as the famous "Golden Altar". The nearby Maria Laach Monastery is also worth a visit - here you can not only admire the magnificent basilica, but also stroll through idyllic parks.

In Bernkastel-Wittlich you should definitely take time for a stroll through the romantic alleys of the old town of Bernkastel-Kues or Wittlich. Here you will find lovingly restored half-timbered houses as well as cosy cafés and restaurants serving regional specialities such as Saumagen or Spießbraten.

Apropos culinary highlights: In this region, gourmets get their money's worth! Be sure to try a fine wine directly from the vintner or let yourself be pampered in one of the star restaurants.

For active holidaymakers, Gladbach, Bernkastel-Wittlich offers numerous opportunities for hiking and cycling along the Moselle loops or through the adjacent Eifelpark. In winter, ski resorts such as the nearby Erbeskopf also attract visitors.

Even in bad weather, there is plenty to discover in Gladbach, Bernkastel-Wittlich. For example, visit the museum at Domplatz or the historic mustard mill in Cochem. Or simply relax in one of the numerous wellness hotels and let yourself be pampered.

Overall, Gladbach, Bernkastel-Wittlich is definitely worth a trip - whether as a starting point for extensive hikes or as a romantic retreat for lovers. Hopefully, this Travel Guide has given you some useful tips to make your stay unforgettable!

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  • December 24, 2025
    Sandra Neumann Rystow 
    December 21, 2025
    Kurzweilige Wanderung rund um Dreis. Lässt sich bei jeder Jahreszeit gut gehen
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    Photo: Sandra Neumann Rystow, Community
    Photo: Sandra Neumann Rystow, Community
    Photo: Sandra Neumann Rystow, Community
    Photo: Sandra Neumann Rystow, Community
    Photo: Sandra Neumann Rystow, Community
    Photo: Sandra Neumann Rystow, Community
    Photo: Sandra Neumann Rystow, Community
    Written December 24, 2025
    Hiking Trail
    Holischbach - Dreis 1
  • July 16, 2024
    Stefaan Goossens
    July 16, 2024
    Morgen und übermorgen machen wir Etatappe 14/15 und dan haben wir alles getan. Wir haben der Etappen über 4jahren geteilt. Es Wäre eine sehr Schöne Erlebnisse ganz toll von natur und umgebung. Wir haben jeden Ubernachtung gebucht uber Eifel tourimus Alles Wäre sehr schön verlaufen. Hotels Süper, gepack transport, lunchpakette und weiter. Eine kleine aufmarkung paden etwas zugewächst und pfeile must men manchmal suchen. Ich rate wanderer der Eifelsteig zum starke an.
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    Written July 16, 2024
  • March 25, 2022
    Christiane We
    Die Strecke hat mir richtig gut gefallen!!! Sehr abwechslungsreich, sehr gepflegte Wege, so gut wie kein Asphalt, perfekte Beschilderung inkl. vieler Km- Angaben, zahlreiche Bänke und Pausenmöglichkeiten. Den einzigen Punkt Abzug: Das Stück zwischen Naurath und Rothaus verläuft sehr nah an Hauptstraßen und daher empfand ich es als sehr laut. Der Rest des Weges ist absolut ruhig, was mir sehr wichtig ist. Das ganze Stück zwischen Anfang Zemmer bis kurz hinter Gladbach verläuft zusammen mit dem Eifelsteig. Das toppt das ganze nochmal, da dieses Stück teils absolut schön ist.
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    Written March 25, 2022
  • September 07, 2018
    Reinhard Schleidweiler
    September 16, 2017
    14. Etappe, Bruch - Kordel
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    Der Eifelsteig. 14. Etappe, Bruch - Kordel
    Video: Reinhard Schleidweiler
    Written September 07, 2018
  • May 18, 2014
    Bjoern Weeber
    October 05, 2012
    Was soll man sagen? Super schön natürlich - wir sind ihn in 11 Etappen (mit 2 Unterbrechungen) gelaufen. Alles wunderschön!
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    Ostern 2012
    Photo: Bjoern Weeber, Community
    Written May 18, 2014
  • November 14, 2012
    Matthias Stiel
    Keine Frage, das wird ein neuer Trend. Im nächsten Sommer müssen meine Eltern im Garten ohne ihre Schubkarre auskommen!
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    Written November 14, 2012
    Long Distance Hiking
    Eifelsteig with wheelbarrow
  • November 13, 2012
    Outdooractive Redaktion
    Hallo Klaus, uns haben die Bilder, die Idee und die Beschreibung Deiner Tour so gut gefallen, dass wir uns entschlossen haben sie als "Top-Tour" auszuzeichnen! Weiterhin viel Spaß auf unserem Portal, Niklas aus der outdooractive.com Redaktion.
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    Written November 13, 2012
    Long Distance Hiking
    Eifelsteig with wheelbarrow

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