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Winkel (Eifel)

Welcome to Winkel (Eifel), an idyllic destination in the district of Vulkaneifel, Germany. This place is known for its breathtaking landscape with rolling hills and green valleys crossed by numerous rivers.

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Attractions in Winkel (Eifel)


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recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 16.5 km
Duration 4:33 h
Ascent 299 m
Descent 299 m

The landscape shaped by volcanism or the unique nature reserves provide unforgettable moments on this hike.

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from Vera Esch / GesundLand Vulkaneifel,   GesundLand Vulkaneifel
Hiking Trail · Vulkaneifel
HeimatSpur Wendelinusweg
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 11.6 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 279 m
Descent 279 m

The Immerather Maar, the view into the village located in the volcanic crater, and the Üssbachtal make this hike a very special experience.

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from Vera Esch / GesundLand Vulkaneifel,   GesundLand Vulkaneifel
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 18.6 km
Duration 6:30 h
Ascent 298 m
Descent 350 m

A perfect start is offered by the Maare-and-Thermen-Route in Ulmen at Jungferweiher. From here, it goes to the Ulmen Maar with the castle ruins ...

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from Vera Esch / GesundLand Vulkaneifel,   GesundLand Vulkaneifel
recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 26.6 km
Duration 7:00 h
Ascent 464 m
Descent 528 m

The Vulcano Path is an open invitation to fantastic views. It offers interesting insights into geology and, in parts, even qualifies as an ...

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from Vera Esch / GesundLand Vulkaneifel,   GesundLand Vulkaneifel
Hiking Trail · Vulkaneifel
HeimatSpur Antoniusweg
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 11.7 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 189 m
Descent 189 m

The patron saint of the small community of Ellscheid is the namesake of this HeimatSpur. 

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from Vera Esch / GesundLand Vulkaneifel,   GesundLand Vulkaneifel
Hiking Trail · Vulkaneifel
HeimatSpur Apolloniaweg
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 13.7 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 280 m
Descent 280 m

The surroundings of Winkel are characterized by tranquility and idyll.

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from Vera Esch / GesundLand Vulkaneifel,   GesundLand Vulkaneifel
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 34.9 km
Duration 12:00 h
Ascent 628 m
Descent 896 m

The Maare and Thermal Trail clearly shows the special features of the Vulkaneifel landscape. It leads you through varied terrain past maars, ...

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from Vera Esch / GesundLand Vulkaneifel,   GesundLand Vulkaneifel
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 12 km
Duration 3:36 h
Ascent 264 m
Descent 264 m

This variant of the Wendelinus route leads over historic mill paths, along a romantically wild section of the Üßbach and through various nature ...

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from Herbert Peck,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 12.7 km
Duration 4:02 h
Ascent 270 m
Descent 272 m

The varied circular route takes you through two different characters of maars with their unique panoramas, as well as over historic mill paths, ...

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from Ferienregion Pulvermaar,   Community
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 11.8 km
Duration 3:09 h
Ascent 180 m
Descent 180 m

The Antonius route starts at the Antonius sculpture and is pure enjoyment of nature! Dreamy valleys with bubbling streams, quiet forest passages, ...

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from Ferienregion Pulvermaar,   Community
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For nature lovers, Winkel offers a wealth of outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling or fishing. Summer is the best season for hiking on the famous Eifelsteig trail or along the Maare-Mosel cycle path. In winter you can enjoy skiing and tobogganing at the nearby Schwarzer Mann.

But there are also cultural highlights to discover: Visit the 12th-century Himmerod Monastery or admire the Gothic architecture of the Collegiate Church of Maria Martental.

A special event in Winkel is the annual wine festival in September, where regional winegrowers present their best wines and local specialities such as "Döppekooche" are served - a hearty dish made of potatoes and onions.

If the weather is bad, we recommend a visit to the Volcano Park in Mayen, where you can learn more about the geological history of the region. Or make your way to Eltz Castle - a medieval fortress with impressive architecture and fascinating history.

The most beautiful places in Winkel are undoubtedly the picturesque villages around the Nürburgring and the many lakes and rivers that meander through the landscape. A walk along the Eifelsteig trail with its breathtaking views of the surrounding valley is particularly recommended.

Overall, Winkel (Eifel) is definitely worth a trip and offers something for every taste - be it nature, culture or culinary delights. Our Travel Guide will help you make the most of your stay here!

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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
  • October 30, 2025
    Clemens Baasch 
    Gepflegter Rundwanderweg. Gut ausgeschildert. Viel Natur, teilweise schöne Weitblicke. Empfehlenswerte Wanderung.
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    Photo: Clemens Baasch, Community
    Photo: Clemens Baasch, Community
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    Photo: Clemens Baasch, Community
    Photo: Clemens Baasch, Community
    Photo: Clemens Baasch, Community
    Photo: Clemens Baasch, Community
    Written October 30, 2025
    Hiking Trail
    HeimatSpur Antoniusweg
  • October 22, 2025
    Cathrin Gropp 
    Schöne Tour, allerdings viel Asphalt. Zudem hat man wenig Schatten, was im Hochsommer sehr unangenehm werden kann.
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    Photo: Cathrin Gropp, Community
    Photo: Cathrin Gropp, Community
    Photo: Cathrin Gropp, Community
    Written October 22, 2025
  • August 17, 2025
    Sylvia M.
    Wald und Felder im sonnig schattigen Wechsel. Kaum anstrengende Steigungen. Unbedingt empfehlenswert. Laut GPS 12,5 km.
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    Photo: Sylvia M., Community
    Photo: Sylvia M., Community
    Photo: Sylvia M., Community
    Photo: Sylvia M., Community
    Photo: Sylvia M., Community
    Written August 17, 2025
    Hiking Trail
    HeimatSpur Antoniusweg
  • February 05, 2025
    Trailpark Vulkaneifel
    Empfehlung!
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    Written February 05, 2025
  • January 14, 2025
    Sandra Neumann Rystow 
    January 12, 2025
    Kurzweiliger Rundweg, teils auf Teerwegen , lässt sich aber im Winter gut gehen. Einfach Natur pur, ohne Highlights
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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 January 14, 2025
  • October 06, 2024
    Harald Grommes 
    October 06, 2024
    Eine schöne Tour. Gegen den Uhrzeigersinn gegangen. Abschluss mit leckeren Essen im Landgasthof. Sehr gut beschildert. Empfehlenswert
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    Written October 06, 2024
    Hiking Trail
    HeimatSpur Antoniusweg
  • September 03, 2024
    Wilhelm Keul
    September 03, 2024
    Schöne und abwechselungsreiche Strecke mit guten Fernblicken in die Eifel. Gute durch Mischwald beschattete Wanderwege. Empfehlenswert!
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    Photo: Wilhelm Keul, Community
    Photo: Wilhelm Keul, Community
    Photo: Wilhelm Keul, Community
    Photo: Wilhelm Keul, Community
    Written September 03, 2024
  • March 22, 2024
    Wander Verliebt
    March 10, 2024
    Eine schöne Strecke! Anfang und Ende über Wiesen, der Mittelteil durch den Wald. Empfehlenswert!
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    Video: Wander Verliebt, WanderVerliebt
    Written March 22, 2024
  • March 06, 2024
    Ina Neumann
    March 03, 2024
    Ein sehr guter Ausgeschilderter Wanderweg der ein Verlaufen unmöglich macht. Ein leichter Weg ohne sexy Höhenmeter, der ohne Anstrengungen gewandert werden kann. Aber Achtung, es gibt sehr sehr viel Wild... also für Hunde mit Jagdtrieb sehr sehr aufregend und für Frauchen oder Herrchen sehr anstrengend. Aber am Schluß kam dann der Maar und alle Hunden konnten sich im Wasser abkühlen. Dankeschön für den Tipp Liebe Grüße vom Nürburgring Corinna
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    Written March 06, 2024
  • October 19, 2023
    M.H.M Reehoorn- Luijk
    Schöner Spaziergang! Auch sehr ruhig. Viel durch den Wald, auch schöne Aussichten. Die Route ist gut markiert.
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    Photo: M.H.M Reehoorn- Luijk, Community
    Photo: M.H.M Reehoorn- Luijk, Community
    Photo: M.H.M Reehoorn- Luijk, Community
    Photo: M.H.M Reehoorn- Luijk, Community
    Written October 19, 2023
  • September 14, 2023
    Patricia Haas
    September 14, 2023
    Schöne Wanderung. Würde ich im Frühling oder späten Herbst empfehlen. Dann sieht man auch den Üßbach mehr! Zwischendurch längere Zeit keine Bänke. Mit kurzen Pausen 3h 40min gebraucht
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    Photo: Patricia Haas, Community
    Written September 14, 2023

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