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Steiningen

Welcome to Steiningen, a charming destination in the Vulkaneifel district. This idyllic community is known for its breathtaking scenery and offers unique experiences for every visitor.

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Attractions in Steiningen


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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
Hiking Trail · Vulkaneifel
HeimatSpur Valleys and Heights Route
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 14.6 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 315 m
Descent 315 m

This varied route offers a very special nature experience with some surprises.

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from Vera Esch / GesundLand Vulkaneifel,   GesundLand Vulkaneifel
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 78.6 km
Duration 5:45 h
Ascent 636 m
Descent 901 m

Those who use the cross-connection to Ulmen will discover some beautiful highlights, e.g. the unique nature reserve around the Ulmener Maar, the ...

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from Vera Esch / GesundLand Vulkaneifel,   GesundLand Vulkaneifel
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 79.2 km
Duration 4:30 h
Ascent 1,052 m
Descent 1,052 m

This circular route from Daun combines sporting challenges with volcanic highlights and quiet side roads. After passing through the tunnel "Großes ...

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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 S0 easy
Distance 34.9 km
Duration 3:45 h
Ascent 602 m
Descent 602 m

Enjoy the unmistakable beauty of the Eifel maars on this ride: The landmarks of the Vulkaneifel will enchant you with their unfathomable depths ...

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from Vera Esch / GesundLand Vulkaneifel,   GesundLand Vulkaneifel
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 37.4 km
Duration 3:05 h
Ascent 552 m
Descent 552 m

Let yourself be inspired by the unique Vulkaneifel landscape on this route from Daun to Ulmen and enjoy fantastic views of the Ulmener Maar and ...

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from Vera Esch / GesundLand Vulkaneifel,   GesundLand Vulkaneifel
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 difficult
Distance 68.8 km
Duration 5:50 h
Ascent 915 m
Descent 948 m

Ready for a day route where you can discover the full beauty of GesundLand Vulkaneifel? The varied impressions of this bike route will inspire you.

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from Vera Esch / GesundLand Vulkaneifel,   GesundLand Vulkaneifel
recommended route Difficulty S0 easy
Distance 37.1 km
Duration 4:10 h
Ascent 679 m
Descent 679 m

The Ulmener Maar is practically a youngster:

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from Trailpark Vulkaneifel,   Trailpark Vulkaneifel
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Steiningen's geographical location is ideal: it lies at the foot of the High Fens, one of the largest raised bogs in Europe. The region is also home to the Eifel National Park, which covers an area of more than 100 square kilometres and offers numerous hiking trails through its forests and rocky landscapes.

Tourist attractions include the 16th-century Steiningen Castle and the picturesque 18th-century St. John Nepomuk Church with its impressive Baroque altar.

Cultural highlights can also be found here: The annual "Steininger Kulturspektakel" attracts many visitors and presents a variety of art and music performances at the highest level.

Culinary, the region has a lot to offer - be sure to try traditional Eifel cuisine such as "Döppekooche", a potato pancake, or enjoy homemade specialities in cosy inns.

For outdoor activities, there are numerous possibilities here: Hiking, cycling, mountain biking or even canoeing on the nearby rivers Kyll or Moselle - depending on the season, you can plan these activities optimally to get the most out of the region.

And what to do when it rains? Why not visit one of the many museums in the area, such as the Volcano Museum in Daun or the Otrang Roman Villa. A cosy wine tasting at a vintner's is always an option, too.

In Steiningen and its surroundings there are countless places where you can let yourself be enchanted by the beauty of this landscape - whether on a mountain tour through the Eifel National Park or walking along the river Kyll - everyone will find their personal highlight here.

Steiningen in the Vulkaneifel district is definitely worth a destination for every travel guide!

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Reviews

  • July 12, 2026
    Elvie Dahl-Schmitz
    Tolle Runde, landschaftlich sehr schön. Bis auf die Abschnitte auf den Bundesstraßen waren wir an einem Samstag bei tollem Wetter ziemlich allein unterwegs. Zum Rasen sind die Straßen im übrigen völlig ungeeignet, da oftmals ziemlich schmal mit Gegenverkehr, für unsere Vespa aber prima. Wenn man Zeit genug einplant sollte man sich die Maare anschauen. Teilweise ist Baden erlaubt. Wir mochten das Pulvermaar. An der Ahr gibt es auch viele nette Örtchen zum Verweilen. Allen voran natürlich Ahrweiler und Altenahr. Auch den Nürgburgring könnte man näher erkunden. Alles in allem hat die Runde uns super gefallen. Dankeschön.
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    Written July 12, 2026
  • 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
  • February 05, 2025
    Trailpark Vulkaneifel
    Empfehlung!
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    Written February 05, 2025
  • February 01, 2025
    Sandra Neumann Rystow 
    January 26, 2025
    Sehr schöner Weg, der sich im Winter super gehen lässt. Highlight ist natürlich die Aussicht auf dem Kreuzberg.
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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
    Photo: Sandra Neumann Rystow, Community
    Written February 01, 2025
  • November 01, 2022
    Sandra Michels
    November 01, 2022
    Schöne Tour, abwechslungsreich, hauptsächlich auf Feldwegen und geteerten Landwirtschaftswegen, durch Wald und Wiesen.
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    Written November 01, 2022
  • March 05, 2022
    Kalle Kolf
    March 05, 2022
    Sehr schöne Tour vor meiner Tür, viel Wald, wunderbare Aussichten insbesondere natürlich am Eifelblick, auch dank bestem Wetter tolle Fernsicht.Ein ausdrückliches Lob an den Wegedienst: So eine durchgehend gute und eindeutige Wegeführung/Beschilderung findet man nicht auf vielen Wandertouren.
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    Written March 05, 2022
  • November 29, 2020
    Heinrich Kläser
    Einen Stern Abzug wegen des doch sehr steilen Anstiegs und fehlender Wegmarkierung von Utzerat bis zur B259. Ansonsten ein schöner Wanderweg.
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    Written November 29, 2020

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