Places of interest

Two hikers walk along a path through a forest. Beside the trail, a small stream flows, surrounded by trees and fresh greenery. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Mausbach panoramic circular trail

Two hikers are walking along a path in a forest area. A small stream flows between the trees on the side. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Montanhistorischer Rundweg

Two hikers walk along a path through a forest. Next to the path flows a clear brook, and the trees stand in a fresh, green environment. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Zweifall history tour

A couple is sitting on the steps in front of a beautiful building with shutters. The facade is adorned with colorful flowers. — Copyright: Fotos: Dominik Ketz / Stolberg-Touristik

The excellently renovated old town hall of the copper town of Stolberg is now connected to the New Town Hall and houses the prestigious Great Council Chamber and the registry office.

A charming church with a black roof and a distinctive tower.
Surrounded by trees and a clear sky. — Copyright: Fotos: Dominik Ketz / Stolberg-Touristik

The old town of Stolberg has been home to three churches since the 17th century: "D'r katkollische Hahn,D'r evangällische SchwanUn d'r protestantischer Engel"

Two hikers are walking along a narrow path, surrounded by trees and a small creek. The sky is clear and the landscape appears peaceful. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Hasselbach circuit

Two people are walking along a hiking trail, surrounded by trees and a small stream. The sun is shining and the sky is clear. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Venwegen circular route

Two hikers walk along a path beside a small stream. Surrounded by trees and fresh greenery, they enjoy nature. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the geotrail

Two people are hiking along a narrow path through a forest. Next to the path, a small brook is flowing and the sun is shining. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Montanhistorischer Rundweg

Two hikers are walking on a path through a forest. Next to the way, a small stream flows, and the sun shines through the trees. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the memory tour

Two hikers are walking along a path beside a small brook in a forest. The sky is clear and there are many trees all around. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Hasselbach circuit

Two hikers walk along a narrow path beside a stream in the forest. The sun is shining, and around them are green trees and dry leaves. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Wehebachtalsperre circular trail

Two hikers are walking on a path through a forest. Next to the path, a small stream flows, surrounded by trees and fresh greenery. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Mausbach panoramic circular trail

Two hikers are walking along a path by a stream. The surroundings are framed by trees, and the sky is clear and blue. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Montanhistorischer Rundweg

Two hikers are walking along a path by a creek through a forest. The surroundings are green and sunny, with low trees and a clear sky. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the memory tour

A picturesque view of a city with historic buildings and a castle. Colorful autumn leaves and a cloudy sky complete the picture. — Copyright: Ulrike Baum

After extensive restoration and loving design, we are opening the doors to a place that brings history to life. Immerse yourself in times gone by, discover exciting exhibitions and experience the BURG in new splendor.

A meadow with bright yellow flowers and green grass. The flowers have a heart-shaped blossom and radiate freshness. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

The unique galmei violet in and around Stolberg is particularly evident from May to August. Galmeiflora or galmei vegetation is the botanical name of two plant communities of metallophytes on soil containing heavy metals.

Two hikers are walking along a path through a forest. A small stream flows beside the path and the surroundings are green and fresh. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Schlangenberg circular trail

Two hikers are walking a path through a wooded area. A small stream flows beside the path. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Zweifall history tour

Two hikers walk along a path beside a small creek in a forest. The trees are green and the sun is shining. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the geotrail

Two hikers are walking along a path beside a small stream. Surrounded by trees and nature, they are enjoying the sunny day. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the geotrail

Two people are hiking on a path along a creek. The surroundings are surrounded by trees and fresh greenery. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Schlangenberg circular trail

Two hikers walk along a narrow path by a stream in a forest. The trees stand tall and the landscape is brightly illuminated. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Schlangenberg circular trail

Two hikers are walking along a narrow path in the forest. Next to the path, a calm stream flows, surrounded by green meadows and trees. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the geotrail

Two hikers walk along a path beside a stream in a forest. The surroundings are green with trees and a clear sky. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Montanhistorischer Rundweg

Two hikers walk along a narrow path by a stream in a forest. The sun is shining and the trees cast shadows on the trail. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Zweifall history tour

A hiking trail through a forest with trees and a small stream. Two people walk along the path and enjoy nature. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Montanhistorischer Rundweg

Two hikers are walking along a path, surrounded by trees and a small creek. The path winds through a beautiful, natural landscape. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Montanhistorischer Rundweg

Two hikers are walking along a narrow path next to a small stream. The surroundings consist of trees and green grass under a clear sky. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Mausbach panoramic circular trail

Two hikers walk along a path beside a clear stream through a forest. The surroundings are calm and feature beautiful green plants and tall trees. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Montanhistorischer Rundweg

Two hikers walk along a path through a forest. Next to the path flows a small stream, surrounded by trees and fresh greenery. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Mausbach panoramic circular trail

A creative fountain installation with bronze-like figures and various motifs. The scene depicts playing children and a romantic cityscape. — Copyright: Dominik Ketz

The vast majority of the guided tours offered by Stolberg-Touristik start at the Galminus Fountain - and for good reason, as this fountain sculpture is located directly opposite Stolberg-Touristik and in the immediate vicinity of the charming old town.

Station on the Venwegen circular route

Two hikers are walking on a path through a forest. A small stream flows beside the path. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Montanhistorischer Rundweg

A yellow rubber duck on the edge of a swimming pool. In the background, water and a window can be seen. — Copyright: Monschauer Land Touristik e.V.

The indoor pool for the whole family in the copper town of Stolberg

Two hikers are walking along a narrow path by a stream through a forest. The trees are green and the sun is shining. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Vicht family circuit

Two hikers are walking along a path, surrounded by trees and a small stream. The sun is shining and the sky is clear. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Montanhistorischer Rundweg

Station on the Venwegen circular route

A charming alley with cobblestoned ground and historic stone houses.
Green shutters and plants give the scene an inviting atmosphere. — Copyright: Dominik Ketz / Städteregion Aachen

The historic old town center of the copper town of Stolberg.

Two hikers walk along a path by a stream. Surrounded by trees and green terrain, they enjoy nature. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the memory tour

Two hikers on a path through a forest, surrounded by birch-like trees. A small stream flows beside the path. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Solchbachtal family circuit

Two hikers walk along a path through a peaceful forest. A small stream flows next to the path. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Süssendell family circuit

Two hikers are walking along a forest path. Next to the path, a small brook is flowing and the trees are partially bare. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Vicht family circuit

Two hikers are walking on a narrow path in a forest. A small stream flows beside the way. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Venwegen family circuit

Two hikers are walking along a path through a forest. Next to the path, a small stream flows and the sun is shining. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Solchbachtal family circuit

Two hikers are walking along a path by a stream in a forest. The surroundings are green and sunny with many trees. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Solchbachtal family circuit

Two hikers are walking along a narrow path beside a creek in a forest. In the background, there are trees and a blue sky. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Venwegen family circuit

Two hikers are walking along a path through a forest. A small creek flows beside the path. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Venwegen family circuit

Two hikers are walking along a path beside a stream in the forest. The surroundings are green and sunny with tall trees. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Solchbachtal family circuit

Two hikers are walking on a narrow path through a forest. A small stream flows next to the path and the sun is shining. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Vicht family circuit

Station on the Süssendell family circuit

Two hikers walk along a narrow path, surrounded by trees and a small river. The sky is clear, and nature radiates freshness and tranquility. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the history tour Zweifall

Station on the circular path Wehebachtalsperre

Two hikers walk along a narrow path, surrounded by trees and fresh greenery. A small stream flows next to the way. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the historical tour Zweifall

Two hikers walk along a narrow path by a stream. Surrounded by trees and a sunny environment, they enjoy nature. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Historical Mining Trail

Two hikers are walking along a path by a stream in a forest. The surroundings are characterized by trees and green grass. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the History Tour Zweifall

Two hikers are walking on a path through a forest. Next to the trail, a small stream flows, surrounded by trees and fresh greenery. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the panoramic round trail Mausbach

Two hikers are walking on a path through a forest. Next to the path, a small stream flows and the trees are still partially bare. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the memory tour

An elegant wooden entrance door with ornate decorations. The door is surrounded by a stone wall and decorated with small plants. — Copyright: Fotos: Dominik Ketz / Stolberg-Touristik

The former Adler Pharmacy is the former manor house of the first and oldest copper yard in Stolberg.

An elegant building with large windows and a beautiful garden. The entrance is lined by tall trees. — Copyright: Christian Altena

One of the more representative courtyard complexes, which is still well preserved and inhabited today.

A magnificent entrance door with ornate decorations and an elegant staircase. On both sides, there are decorative statues and blooming plants. — Copyright: Fotos: Michael Eimler/ Stolberg-Touristik

Perhaps the most beautiful copper courtyard in Stolberg, which has been thoroughly renovated to its former glory.

A historic building with a stone facade and many windows. The roof is gray and the shutters are green. — Copyright: Christian Altena

The Kupferhof Schart is one of Stolberg's earlier courtyard complexes and, despite extensive reconstruction, still clearly shows its original construction.

A historic building with a warm stone facade and many windows. In the courtyard, there are some trees and it is sunny. — Copyright: Christian Altena

Former copper farm situated directly on the Vichtbach stream.

A couple is looking at an old grave site in a courtyard with lush greenery. The delicate fencing and the tombstones are clearly visible. — Copyright: Fotos: Dominik Ketz / Stolberg-Touristik

A cemetery located next to the Finkenberg Church, built in 1615 and rebuilt by Tillmann Roland in 1725, with impressive, coat-of-arms-decorated gravestones of the copper master families.

Two hikers walk along a narrow path beside a stream, surrounded by trees. The sky is blue and clear, indicating a beautiful day. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station at the Hasselbach Round

Station on the circular path Wehebachtalsperre

Station on the Historical Mining Trail

Two hikers are walking along a path through a forest. Next to the path, a small stream flows, surrounded by trees and fresh greenery. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the panoramic round trail Mausbach

A historic building named Zinkhütter Hof with large windows and a stone facade. In the foreground, green leaves can be seen. — Copyright: Christian Altena

As a museum for industrial, economic and social history of the Aachen region, Zinkhütter Hof shows the development of one of the oldest industrial regions in Central Europe. A unique testimony to local industrial history is the Zinkhütter Hof itself...

A wooden sign with the engraving "Museum Sawmill" stands in front of a rustic building. In the background, green meadows and trees are visible. — Copyright: F.J. Mertens

The Zweifall Sawmill Museum preserves historical sawmilling techniques and makes the history of the regional timber industry tangible.

Two hikers are walking on a path along a creek, surrounded by trees. The sun is shining and the sky is blue. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the circular path Schlangenberg

Two hikers walk along a path beside a stream through a forest. The trees are still bare and the landscape shows fresh spring colors. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the circular path Schlangenberg

Two hikers walk along a path through a forest. A small stream flows beside the path and the sun is shining. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Historical Mining Trail

Two hikers walk along a narrow path through a forest. Next to the path, a clear stream flows, surrounded by green nature. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the circular path Wehebachtalsperre

Station on the panoramic round trail Mausbach

Two hikers walk on a path through a forest. Next to the path, a small stream flows, surrounded by trees and fresh greenery. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the panoramic round trail Mausbach

A building with a window surrounded by a grid. In the foreground, there are plants and a paved path. — Copyright: Rh.Med.-Pharm.Museum

The Rhineland Medical and Pharmacy Museum was opened in 2022 in Stolberg.It is a local and knowledge museum, showcasing more than 3000 museum objects and tools that were historically used for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.

Two hikers walk along a narrow path beside a stream in the forest. The surroundings are green and sunny, with trees on both sides. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Historical Mining Trail

Two hikers are walking along a forest path, surrounded by trees and a small river. The sun is shining and the sky is clear. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Historical Mining Trail

Station on the panoramic round trail Mausbach

Two hikers are walking on a path through a forest with tall trees. Next to the path, a small stream flows. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the panoramic round trail Mausbach

Two hikers are walking along a path by a creek through a forest. The environment is sunny and the trees are in fresh green. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Historical Mining Trail

Two people are hiking on a path through a forest. A small stream flows beside the path. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the memory tour

Two hikers walk along a narrow path next to a stream. Surrounded by trees and sunny scenery, they enjoy nature. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Geoweg

Stolberg-Touristik is now open to the public again!

An entrance area of Stolberg Tourism with a large sign. Next to the entrance stands an additional sign with information for visitors. — Copyright: Stolberg-Touristik

Tourist information

Two hikers walk along a path, surrounded by trees and a small stream. The landscape is bright and cheerful, with a clear sky. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Geo Trail

Two hikers are walking along a path beside a stream, surrounded by trees. The sky is clear and the landscape looks peaceful. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station at the Hasselbachrunde

Station on the circular route Venwegen

Two hikers are walking along a path through a forest with trees and a small stream. The sun is shining and the sky is clear. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station at the Hasselbachrunde

Station on the circular route Venwegen

Two hikers are walking on a path through a forest. A small stream flows next to the trail and the sun is shining. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Schlangenberg circular trail

Two people are hiking on a narrow path through the forest. A small stream flows beside the path, and the nature is green and inviting. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the circular route Wehebachtalsperre

Two hikers walk along a path through a peaceful forest. Next to them, a clear stream flows, surrounded by fresh greenery. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the memory tour

Two hikers are walking on a path through a forest. Beside the path, a small stream flows, surrounded by trees and fresh greenery. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the panoramic round trail Mausbach

A tranquil reservoir surrounded by forests and hills. An asphalted road runs along the shoreline. — Copyright: Marcus Seiler

Situated in the charming valley of the Wehe and surrounded by wooded heights, the district of Schevenhütte offers every opportunity for extensive hikes and peaceful walks through the landscape characterised by forests and valley meadows.

Two hikers walk along a path through a forest. A small stream flows beside the path and the sun shines through the trees. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station at the Hasselbachrunde

Station on the panoramic round trail Mausbach

Two hikers walk along a forest path next to a small stream. The trees are bare, and the sky is clear with a few clouds. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the panoramic round trail Mausbach

Station on the family loop Vicht

Two hikers are walking along a path through a forest. Beside the path, a small stream flows, surrounded by trees and a clear view of the sky. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Family Route Venwegen

Station on the family trail Süssendell

Station on the circular route Venwegen

Two people are hiking on a narrow path through the forest. Next to the path, a small stream flows and nature is green and inviting. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the circular route Wehebachtalsperre

Two hikers walk along a narrow path through a quiet forest. A small stream flows alongside the path, surrounded by fresh greenery. — Copyright: Städteregion Aachen, Dominik Ketz

Station on the Mausbach panoramic circular trail

Worth seeing

29 Jahre Krewinkel-Fest

Albertsgrube

Alte Waldberufe – Menschen im Dienst des Waldes

Altes Rathaus

Altstadtkirchen Hahn, Schwan, Engel

Am Hasselbachgraben – Technik im Wald

Am Waldrand – die erste Linie gegen den Klimastress

Auf Karbonfels gebaut – die Burg und das urzeitliche Stolberg

Aufbereitungsanlage

Aussichtspunkt über das Vichttal – Landschaft im Wandel

Bäche im Wald – Lebensadern im Klimastress

Baumeister mit Biss – wie der Biber unsere Landschaft verändert

Berggeist und Erzader

Betriebspunkt IX Ravelsberg

Bunker 755a/755b – Relikte des Westwalls

Burg Stolberg

Calamine flowers

Das Galmei-Veilchen – die Königin der kargen Böden

Das Holz und das Dorf Zweifall – Baustoff mit Tradition

Der Hammerberg und das Zeitalter der Fische

Der Schlangenberg – Riffe und Erze

Der Schlangenberg – vom Bergbauhotspot zum Artenhotspot

Die Galmeiflora – ein Ökosystem im Extrem

Dreilägerbachtalsperre – Quarzitklippen älter als jedes Leben an Land

Eisensteinschacht

Erste Sägewerke in Zweifall – der Klang der Maschinen im Wald

Erzgrube Diepenlinchen

Felixschacht

Flotationsverfahren 1927

Froschschacht

Galmeiveilchen

Galminusbrunnen

Geplante Rückhaltebecken – Vorsorge mit Weitblick

Grube „Zufriedenheit“

Hallenbad Glashütter Weiher

Handwerk und Hämmer – Spuren von Arbeit im Dorf

Hastenrather Graben

Hecken – grüne Grenzen mit Geschichte und Leben

Historischer Altstadtkern Stolberg

Hürtgenwald – Kriegsschauplatz und Nachwirkungen

Ich bin das Herz aus Holz

Ich bin der Biber, der Baumeister am Omerbach

Ich bin der Fischbach – und ich kenne jede Brücke

Ich bin der Galmeizwerg

Ich bin der kleine Waldarchitekt

Ich bin der sprechende Hasselbach

Ich bin der Waldrand

Ich bin die Andreashütte – Zeit für eine Pause

Ich bin die grüne Decke des Waldes

Ich bin die Johanneskapelle

Ich bin ein alter Baumstumpf – und ich bin nicht allein!

Ich bin ein stiller Zeuge der Vergangenheit

Junkershammer – wo Eisen Funken schlug

Keltischer Ringwall – archäologisches Zeugnis aus der Eisenzeit

Klapperweg – die Kraft der Vicht

Klärteiche

Köhlerei im Vichttal – Holzkohle als Energiequelle

Krewinkel

Krewinkel anno 1787

Kriegsgräberstätte Mausbach am Nassenberg – ein Ort des Gedenkens

Kupferhof Adler- Apotheke

Kupferhof Grünenthal

Kupferhof Rosenthal

Kupferhof Schart

Kupferhof Sonnental

Kupfermeisterfriedhof

Lebensraum Bach – unter der Wasseroberfläche wird’s lebendig

Lebensraum zwischen Wasser und Weide – Wo Feuchtigkeit Vielfalt schafft

Maschinenschacht

Mausbach-Lied

Mausbacher Pestkreuz

Museum Zinkhütter Hof

Museumssägewerk Zweifall

Naturschutz am Schlangenberg – Pflege für die Vielfalt

Naturschutzgebiet – ein besonderer Lebensraum

Pferdebahn

Pilze – die heimlichen Herrscher des Waldes

Quelle des Mausbachs

RAD-Lager