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Salm

Welcome to Salm, district of Vulkaneifel! This destination in western Germany is a real insider tip for all those who appreciate nature and culture in equal measure. The municipality is nestled between the picturesque hills of the Eifel and thus offers a breathtaking backdrop for an unforgettable holiday.

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Mountain Bike · Vulkaneifel
Monastery & Castle - Our History Route
recommended route Difficulty S2 moderate
Distance 55.1 km
Duration 6:00 h
Ascent 966 m
Descent 970 m

Discover on this route not only the historical side of the Vulkaneifel, but also the incredible beauty of its pristine nature in the Vulkaneifel's ...

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from Vera Esch / GesundLand Vulkaneifel,   GesundLand Vulkaneifel
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 34.6 km
Duration 11:00 h
Ascent 1,036 m
Descent 897 m

Unforgettable wide views, a cold water geyser and a maar - experience the volcanism-shaped landscape on this multi-day route! 

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from Vera Esch / GesundLand Vulkaneifel,   GesundLand Vulkaneifel
recommended route Difficulty S1 moderate
Distance 51.5 km
Duration 5:35 h
Ascent 1,049 m
Descent 1,049 m

It goes deep into the Salmwald, from whose heights you can now and then enjoy a splendid view of the Kyll valley – including Mürlenbach with the ...

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from Trailpark Vulkaneifel,   Trailpark Vulkaneifel
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 37.7 km
Duration 3:05 h
Ascent 517 m
Descent 517 m

Enjoy a relaxed e-bike ride over forest and meadow paths through the beautiful Vulkaneifel to the Meerfelder Maar.

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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
Hiking Trail · Eifel
Water route 5
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 13.5 km
Duration 3:40 h
Ascent 211 m
Descent 211 m

Circular hike from Salm to Weidenbach on the upper course of the Salm with wide views over the landscape

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from Jürgen Kaluzny,   Community
recommended route Difficulty S2 moderate
Distance 53.9 km
Duration 5:50 h
Ascent 931 m
Descent 931 m

Now you experience contemporary history up close.

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from Trailpark Vulkaneifel,   Trailpark Vulkaneifel
recommended route Difficulty S1 difficult
Distance 70.9 km
Duration 8:50 h
Ascent 1,440 m
Descent 1,444 m

A route for those who just can't get enough!

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from Trailpark Vulkaneifel,   Trailpark Vulkaneifel
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 56.1 km
Duration 4:08 h
Ascent 853 m
Descent 854 m

Jewish Cemetery - Kyll - Siddinger Drees - Church of the Redeemer - Villa Sarabodis - Gerolstein - Memorial - Honorary Cemetery - Breitemarkstein - ...

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from Er Le,   Community
Hiking Trail · Eifel
Keilerloch Way
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.2 km
Duration 2:45 h
Ascent 115 m
Descent 116 m

A longer circular hike through the forest near Meisburg Starting from the "Schafbrück" hiking parking lot, initially along the "Schafbach".

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from Andrea Spiegel,   Community
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Salm is especially known for its numerous hiking trails through the beautiful landscape of the Eifel. Here you can marvel at the impressive volcanic formations at every turn, such as the Bettenfeld Maar or the Meerfelder Maar. A trip to Manderscheid Castle is also worthwhile: this medieval fortress towers majestically over the valley and is considered the landmark of the village.

Not only nature lovers will get their money's worth here - Salm also has a lot to offer culturally. For example, visit the local history museum in Manderscheid or take a detour to neighbouring Daun with its many historic half-timbered buildings.

If it rains, there are also plenty of ways to pass the time. How about a leisurely day at one of the region's thermal baths, for example? Or visit one of the numerous cafés or restaurants and enjoy regional specialities such as beef roulades or potato pancakes.

For those who like to be active, there are indoor activities to do even in bad weather: There are several bowling centres as well as fitness studios in Salm and the surrounding area.

It is particularly beautiful in Salm in spring or autumn, when the landscape is bathed in a sea of colour. But summer also has its charms: then you can refresh yourself at the many lakes such as the Pulvermaar or take a bike ride through the rolling hills.

Overall, Salm is definitely worth a visit - as a travel guide, we recommend that you plan at least three days to discover everything worth seeing. We hope our travel tips will help!

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