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Hinterweiler

Welcome to Hinterweiler, a charming destination in the district of Vulkaneifel, Germany. This Travel Guide provides you with all the information and travel tips you need to get the most out of your stay here.

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Attractions in Hinterweiler


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Maps and trails
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 31.3 km
Duration 10:00 h
Ascent 664 m
Descent 650 m

Fancy slag, olivine bombs, and moon violets? Don't worry, what sounds terrifying is entirely worth seeing, better yet: worth hiking for.

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from Vera Esch / GesundLand Vulkaneifel,   GesundLand Vulkaneifel
Hiking Trail · Vulkaneifel
HeimatSpur Ernstberg Panorama Trail
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 10.2 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 240 m
Descent 240 m

The highest mountain of the Vulkaneifel shapes the landscape of this hike.

4.5
from Vera Esch / GesundLand Vulkaneifel,   GesundLand Vulkaneifel
Road Bike · Vulkaneifel
Road bike route: long & enduring
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 102.8 km
Duration 5:55 h
Ascent 1,669 m
Descent 1,669 m

This demanding road bike circuit features 100 kilometers, over 1,000 meters of elevation – and plenty of highlights: from the lava bomb to the ...

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from Vera Esch / GesundLand Vulkaneifel,   GesundLand Vulkaneifel
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 33.4 km
Duration 2:45 h
Ascent 457 m
Descent 457 m

A varied circular cycling route where you can discover numerous mineral springs of the Vulkaneifel – including a mineral water tasting!

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from Vera Esch / GesundLand Vulkaneifel,   GesundLand Vulkaneifel
Road Bike · Vulkaneifel
Road Bike Route: hard & demanding
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 118.9 km
Duration 6:45 h
Ascent 1,860 m
Descent 1,860 m

Long, demanding, outstanding scenery – this circular route is not for weak calves. On just under 120 kilometers and almost 1,900 meters of ...

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from Vera Esch / GesundLand Vulkaneifel,   GesundLand Vulkaneifel
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 108.6 km
Duration 6:00 h
Ascent 1,264 m
Descent 1,122 m

From St. Vith (Belgium) to the Nürburgring, the cycle path connects the Belgian Ardennes with the Eifel. St. Vith - Prüm: family version, Prüm - ...

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from Wolfgang Reh,   Eifel Tourismus GmbH
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 48.5 km
Duration 3:45 h
Ascent 746 m
Descent 746 m

On our adventure route, you can glide through the Eifel forests along steel cables, visit the largest mousetrap in the world, and become cave ...

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from Malin Blomenkamp / Tourist-Information Gerolsteiner Land,   Tourist-Info Gerolsteiner Land
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 133.3 km
Duration 7:35 h
Ascent 2,115 m
Descent 2,115 m

Almost 133 kilometers, over 2,100 meters of elevation, and plenty of Vulkaneifel flair. This demanding road bike route combines intensive climbs ...

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from Vera Esch / GesundLand Vulkaneifel,   GesundLand Vulkaneifel
recommended route Difficulty S1 easy
Distance 28.3 km
Duration 2:42 h
Ascent 484 m
Descent 483 m

Explore the beauty of the volcanic region on your mountain bike route around Dreis and Dockweiler and discover the traces that volcanism has left ...

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from Vera Esch / GesundLand Vulkaneifel,   GesundLand Vulkaneifel
Gravel Bike · Vulkaneifel
Gravel route: Vulkaneifel 360°
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 65.2 km
Duration 5:40 h
Ascent 1,105 m
Descent 1,105 m

Gravel route with a difference: On this route in the Eifel, you can expect a special triathlon of gravel biking, climbing, and swimming.

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from Vera Esch / GesundLand Vulkaneifel,   GesundLand Vulkaneifel
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Geographically, Hinterweiler lies in the midst of the breathtaking landscape of the Volcanic Eifel. The region is known for its volcanic formations and lakes as well as its picturesque villages and towns. Hinterweiler itself is characterised by its idyllic location at the foot of the Hochkelberg.

Touristically relevant here are above all the numerous sights such as Bürresheim Castle or Lake Laach with its impressive Maria Laach monastery complex. Cultural highlights can also be found in the many museums and galleries in the area.

For culinary specialities, be sure to try local specialities such as Eifeler Döppekooche or Rievkoche - a true taste experience!

When it comes to outdoor activities, there is no better season than summer! Here you can enjoy hiking on the Vulkanpfad dream trail or cycling along the Maare-Mosel cycle path. Water sports such as swimming in the Pulvermaar lake or canoeing on the Kyll river also offer welcome cooling on hot days.

Even when it's raining, there are plenty of options for leisure activities: How about a visit to the Museumslay centre? Or make yourself comfortable in a cosy café and enjoy a piece of Eifel cake.

And where is the most beautiful place? That's hard to say, because Hinterweiler has many beautiful places. But if we had to choose, we would recommend the view from the Hochkelberg summit - breathtaking views guaranteed!

Summarising: Hinterweiler in the Vulkaneifel district is definitely worth a visit! With its sights, culinary specialities and outdoor activities, there is something for everyone to discover here. Use this travel guide as your companion and let yourself be enchanted by the beauty of this region!

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Reviews

  • June 06, 2026
    WanderBlog .
    April 25, 2026
    Tolle Aussichten, schöne Waldpassagen. Der Ernstberg und Höhlen sind richtig toll. Am Ernstberg fehlt eine Infotafel oder sowas Ähnliches. Sehr zu empfehlen.
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    Video: WanderBlog ., Thomas Ross - WanderBlog
    Written June 06, 2026
  • March 15, 2026
    Jule Gr
    March 15, 2026
    Grundsätzlich schöne Wegeführung, aber aktuell wurden leider so einige Wege bzw Abschnitte von Bagger, Waldfahrzeug, oder wie auch immer man das nennt, niedergemäht, und sind daher komplett matschig und sehen einfach schlimm aus. Daher nur knapp vier Sterne. Aber zum Glück vergisst man den Matsch spätestens oben auf dem Berg, da ist es ja wirklich bezaubernd.
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    Written March 15, 2026
  • September 20, 2025
    Sandra Neumann Rystow 
    September 14, 2025
    Schöne Tour, gerade im Herbst wunderbar zu 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
    Photo: Sandra Neumann Rystow, Community
    Written September 20, 2025
  • August 12, 2025
    Johannes Hennekeuser
    August 12, 2025
    Eine wirkliche Top-Tour. Ich habe 1‘900 Hm bei 103 km gemessen. Die spürt man auch, denn es geht laufend rauf: 12 grössere Anstiege. Allerdings alles fernab vom Verkehr auf Nebenstrassen und Radwegen. Tiefe Wälder, einsame Täler und Hochplateaus wechseln sich ab. Ambitionierte kommen auf ihre Kosten.
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    Photo: Johannes Hennekeuser, Community
    Photo: Johannes Hennekeuser, Community
    Photo: Johannes Hennekeuser, Community
    Written August 12, 2025
  • July 08, 2025
    Jürgen
    Super Tour, sehr abwechslungsreich. Man sollte schon fit sein, bzw sein Ebike beherrschen
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    Written July 08, 2025
  • April 09, 2025
    Daniela Davidsen 
    Wunderschöner und vor allem abwechslungsreicher Rundweg. Der Ausblick in die Vulkaneifel ist grandios. Die Landschaft einfach fantastisch. Absolut empfehlenswert.
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    Written April 09, 2025
  • February 03, 2025
    Wander Verliebt
    January 19, 2025
    Tolle Aussichten am Anfang und Ende, im Mittelteil dominieren herrliche Waldpfade und Felsen. Einfach klasse, besonders im Winter!
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    Video: Wander Verliebt, WanderVerliebt
    Written February 03, 2025
  • November 02, 2024
    Alan Smithee
    November 01, 2024
    Sehr schöne, abwechslungsreiche Wanderung. Auch lohnenswert im Herbst. Viele Bänke, tolle Aussichten.
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    Written November 02, 2024
  • August 04, 2024
    Melanie L.
    August 04, 2024
    Im Regen gestartet rauf zum Ernstberg. Lavafelsen überzogen mit Moos. Wandern durch sattes Grün. Viele Weitblicke und angenehme Steigungen. Zwischendurch immer mal wieder Ebene Flächen. Viele Sitzgelegenheiten. Tolle Tour
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    Photo: Melanie L., Community
    Photo: Melanie L., Community
    Photo: Melanie L., Community
    Photo: Melanie L., Community
    Photo: Melanie L., Community
    Photo: Melanie L., Community
    Photo: Melanie L., Community
    Photo: Melanie L., Community
    Written August 04, 2024
  • June 27, 2024
    ryl fas
    June 22, 2024
    Mooie afwisselende route. Fraaie vergezichten. Bijzonder is de molensteengrot halverwege. De route is het hele jaar fraai. Wel kan het pad na hevige regenval op sommige punten wat glad zijn. Goed aangegeven!
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    Written June 27, 2024
  • June 23, 2024
    Doris Pauels
    June 23, 2024
    Eine sehr schöne Wanderung mit tollen Aussichtspunkten und einem hohen Pfadanteil. Perfekt wäre sie, wenn die Skihütte Ernstberg, zumindest am Wochenende, Bewirtung anbieten würde.
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    Photo: Doris Pauels, Community
    Photo: Doris Pauels, Community
    Written June 23, 2024
  • May 20, 2024
    Sonja Ewertz
    May 20, 2024
    Schöne abwechslungsreiche Tour mit viel Aussicht und spektakulären Einsichten am Ernstberg. Besonders im Frühling ein Erlebnis!
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    Photo: Sonja Ewertz, Community
    Photo: Sonja Ewertz, Community
    Written May 20, 2024

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