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Sehlem

Welcome to Sehlem, a charming district of Bernkastel-Wittlich in the federal state of Rhineland-Palatinate. This travel guide gives you an overview of the geographical location and special features, tourist-relevant sights, cultural highlights and events as well as culinary specialities of this region.

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Bicycle Rides · Eifel
Eifel Pilgrim Cycle Path
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 42.6 km
Duration 2:55 h
Ascent 243 m
Descent 440 m

Discover the Himmerod Monastery as well as the parish and pilgrimage church in Klausen on this bike route. Enjoy spiritual moments in the ...

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from Vera Esch / GesundLand Vulkaneifel,   GesundLand Vulkaneifel
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 16.5 km
Duration 1:13 h
Ascent 37 m
Descent 86 m

Salm Cycle Path: Dreis–Klüsserath through the Moseleifel, flat and family-friendly, with castles, churches, mills and a short incline near Rivenich ...

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from Christian Francken,   Wandermagazin
Premium content Difficulty moderate
Distance 30.5 km
Duration 2:06 h
Ascent 161 m
Descent 123 m

Wittlicher Senke: 30 km cycle route from Wittlich via Schweich to Trier through the flat Eifel-Mosel valley with villages, fields, and optional ...

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from Christian Francken,   Wandermagazin
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 10.6 km
Duration 2:45 h
Ascent 113 m
Descent 113 m

The approximately 10 km, not continuously marked round around Esch, the pilgrimage site Klausen, and Sehlem starts at the parking lot at the ...

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from Nicole Baller / Tourist-Information Wittlich Stadt & Land,   Tourist-Information Wittlich Stadt & Land
Bicycle Rides · Eifel
Salm cycle route
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 16.5 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 163 m
Descent 212 m

Cyclists' short visit to the Mosel Eifel - along the river course through meadow valleys and historic places.

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from Nicole Baller / Tourist-Information Wittlich Stadt & Land,   Tourist-Information Wittlich Stadt & Land
Bicycle Rides · Eifel
Wittlicher Senke bike path
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 31.5 km
Duration 2:00 h
Ascent 138 m
Descent 160 m

Comfortably between meadows and fields - the gently rolling landscape of the Wittlicher Senke attracts cyclists with wide views.

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from Nicole Baller / Tourist-Information Wittlich Stadt & Land,   Tourist-Information Wittlich Stadt & Land
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 79.7 km
Duration 6:02 h
Ascent 653 m
Descent 674 m

Large route via Wittlich to Bergweiler and Dreis. Through the Salm Valley to Klüsserath on the Mosel. Along the Mosel (right side) we cycle to ...

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from HG Ostwinkel,   Community
Bicycle Rides · Moselle Valley
(Mosel) round Osann, Wittlich, Dreis, Klausen
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 36.5 km
Duration 2:35 h
Ascent 210 m
Descent 211 m

Very nice and easy route via Wittlich, to Dreis and Esch. After a climb, we cycle to Klausen and return to Osann via a farm road.

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from HG Ostwinkel,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 58.8 km
Duration 4:17 h
Ascent 334 m
Descent 329 m

Circular route from Osann to Klausen and down into the Salm Valley - Through the Salm Valley we cycle to the Mosel. Along the Mosel, it goes via ...

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from HG Ostwinkel,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 41.9 km
Duration 3:10 h
Ascent 444 m
Descent 474 m

Scenic cycling route via Wittlich, Bergweiler, Bruch and through the Salm valley to Esch. From here to Klausen and back through a valley to Osann.

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from HG Ostwinkel,   Community
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Sehlem is located in the heart of the Moselle region and is surrounded by picturesque vineyards and idyllic river landscapes. The area is known for its excellent wines such as Rieslings or Spätlese - a true paradise for wine lovers! But hiking enthusiasts will also get their money's worth here: the surrounding area offers numerous well-signposted hiking routes with breathtaking views of the Moselle valley.

One of the most important sights in Sehlem is the 12th century St. Michael's Church, which is considered one of the oldest buildings in the region. The historic old town of Bernkastel-Wittlich with its half-timbered houses, narrow streets and cosy cafés also invites you to linger.

Cultural highlights include the annual wine festival in summer and various concerts and theatre performances throughout the year. Those interested in history should definitely visit the Middle Moselle Museum - it displays exhibits on the cultural history of the Middle Ages up to modern times.

For gourmets, this region also has a lot to offer: Try local specialities such as onion tart or the famous Moselle wine. A wine tasting at one of the many wineries in the area is an absolute must!

In summer, the best way to explore the region is on a bike tour or a boat trip on the Moselle. In winter, the Erbeskopf ski area is great for skiing and snowboarding fans.

But even if it rains, there is plenty to do: Visit the Vulkaneifel Therme thermal baths, for example, or take a trip to Eltz Castle - a medieval castle with impressive architecture and history.

Sehlem, Bernkastel-Wittlich is definitely worth a trip! This region has so much to offer - from breathtaking landscapes to cultural highlights and culinary delights. This travel guide will help you plan your trip optimally and make it unforgettable!

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Reviews

  • May 12, 2024
    Petra Andreucci
    May 12, 2024
    Schöne Wanderung, allerdings nicht ausgeschildert. Einige Passagen ohne Weg und steil durch den Wald bergab.
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    Written May 12, 2024
  • June 05, 2023
    Tobias Klös
    Sehr schön!
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    Written June 05, 2023
  • November 13, 2022
    Berthold Bartel
    Wir haben die Tour noch etwas verlängert und eine Rundtour kreiert. https://youtu.be/JhJRacm1MPA
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    Written November 13, 2022
    Bicycle Rides
    Eifel Pilgrim Cycle Path
  • April 30, 2017
    Armin Sommer
    Ordentliche Tour. Kenne die einzelnen Passagen, bin sie aber nie so in dieser Route gefahren. Auch eine schöne Trainingsstrecke mit Powerpassagen, wenn man denn will. :-) Werde sie bei Gelegenheit mal genau so nachradeln. Danke fürs erstellen.
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    Written April 30, 2017
  • September 19, 2016
    Unbekannter Benutzer
    Die Tour war schön und abwechslungsreich. Der Meulenwald ist nicht umsonst 2012 prämiert worden. Die Einkehr ins Brauhaus war das l-Tüpfelchen.
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    Montag, 19. September 2016 21:55:51
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    Written September 19, 2016
  • March 06, 2015
    Alois Meyer
    Sehr schöne Tour. Übernachtungsmöglichkeit besteht in der Herberge Eberhardsklause in Klausen. www.herberge-eberhardsklause.de
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    Herberge Eberhardsklause in Klausen Tel. 06578/985859
    Photo: Alois Meyer, Community
    Written March 06, 2015

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