Panoramic view of the Rur valley and the village of Dedenborn.

Explore the Obersee on your own

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As the only conglomerate rock in the Monschauer Land, the immense, 80 metre-long Richelsley Rock lies on the edge of the High Fens. It was topped with a cross in 1890 to honour Prior Stephan Horrichem, the “Apostle of the High Fens”.

From the Perdsley, visitors can look out over the picturesque Rur valley at a height of around 400 meters above sea level in the direction of Monschau. The name is made up of the words "Perd" for horse and "Ley" for rock.

The photography forum of the StädteRegion Aachen in Monschau. From an art and cultural center to a forum for international photography

The Hirschley is located at an altitude of 512 meters above sea level. From here, you can enjoy an impressive panoramic view of Lake Rursee and the steep slopes of the northern shore.

The Weaving Mill Museum Höfen accommodates a piece of historic industrial culture from the North Eifel: Four of the last remaining looms from the time of the small weaving mills in the Altkries Monschau. The waged weavers located in Höfen, Konzen or Roetgen, among other locations, particularly worked for the cloth factories in the Aachen region up to the 70s of the 20th century.

This Eifel view (approx. 300 meters above sea level) on the west tower, the so-called "Damenerker", of the castle offers you a distant view in a south to north-westerly direction over the middle Rur valley and the northern parts of the Eifel National Park as far as the high plateau of the Rur Eifel.

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Leisure and fun in the green heart of Rurberg

The Heimbach International Academy of Art is a recognised educational and training centre for artistic creation in the visual arts in the Rhineland.

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.

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The charming farm museum tells the story of life in the Eifel at the turn of the century.

The Heimbach reservoir offers a perfect combination of nature experience and relaxation - with hiking trails, pedal boat and canoe tours as well as a detour to the impressive art nouveau power station in Heimbach.

From this "Eifel view" (455 meters above sea level) you can enjoy a panoramic view in a north-easterly direction over the village of Vossenack and the Rureifel plateau as far as the Bay of Cologne on clear days.

SternenBlick in Heimbach: "Cosmic energy"

Four stages - 85 km through the wild nature of the Eifel National Park

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.

Fun and sportiness are offered by the good-natured and very capsize-proof open double kayaks-in which canoeing can be learned in a short time. The Rur, with its numerous sweeping waters, sills and small rapids, is a popular area for beginners.

Höhenburg, which has been home to the "Heimbach/Eifel International Art Academy" since 2009

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.

In addition to the possibility of charging the bicycle battery in some restaurants and leisure facilities, there are also special e-bike charging stations in the district of Düren.

Panoramic view of the Rursee from Steckenborn.

Nideggen Castle looks back on an eventful history and is a unique cultural monument to the history of the Middle Ages in the Rhineland and the Eifel.

As the name suggests, this Eifel view is located above the Rur in the Effelsley area at an altitude of 275 meters above sea level.

According to the legend, Emperor Charles the Great had become lost in the High Fens during a hunting excursion near his residence in Aachen and was forced to spend the night on this large quartzite rock. The rock, near the town of Mützenich, situated immediately on the German-Belgian border, is still quite commonly referred to as: Kaiser Karl’s Bettstatt.

Replica of an old stagecoach.

A littel chapel in the woods of Erkensruhr.

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.

The Düren Biological Station has converted the old goods shed of the former Nideggen-Brück railroad station into the permanent natural history exhibition "Rur and Rock".

Former oil mill from the 17th century in the Tiefenbach valley

From the smallest mouse to bears and lions, you can go on a journey of discovery here. Experience a tour through nature as it once was or can still be found today. The Nature Learning Experience Museum displays over 1000 specimens on approx. 200 square meters.

Cloth frame

Get up close and personal with Lamas and Alpakas.

This Eifel view, located immediately to the north above the Kreuzau district of Bogheim, offers you a distant view to the east over the Zülpicher Börde as far as the Ville, with Cologne Cathedral also visible on clear days.

Rursee landing stage in Rurberg.

Explore the Rureifel relaxed with the Pedelec

... a day at the beach, feeling the sun, capturing the serenity of the vacation mood and feeling like you're in the south...

In the German-Belgian nature park Hohes Venn - Eifel, visitors experience a wide variety of landscapes, such as raised bogs, limestone basins and other natural beauties. The diverse Floria is just as impressive as geological features. Characteristic landscape features for the region are forest areas, picturesque lakes and rivers as well as extensive mountain heights.

The forest nature trail in Rohren near Monschau takes you to a piled-up foam pile and a water-powered sawmill, inside which you can also see historical tools.

The "Kalltal-dam" in the municipality of Simmerath.

Petri Heil on the Obermaubach reservoir - The outstanding quality of the Rureifel waters is reflected in the abundance of fish.

This Eifel view is located on the promenade of the Dormio Resort "Eifeler Tor". It offers a wonderful view of the Rur valley and over Heimbach-Hasenfeld.

Special mullion structures in Simmerath-Dedenborn.

Located in Schmidt near Nideggen, right next to the Eifel National Park, the wildlife park is home to native wild animals, tame domestic and farm animal species and a naturally preserved plant world. The species-appropriate keeping of the animals and the very personal contact with our visitors are particularly close to our hearts. We want you to feel at home with us - at home in the Eifel.

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

Chapel in the center of Simmerath.

Water garden at the Heilsteinhaus in Einruhr.

The Weiss Printing Museum brings the idea and development of Johannes Gutenberg's revolutionary invention closer in an entertaining and exciting way!

The Abenden leisure pool is located in the Rur valley directly on the Rur and is surrounded by wooded mountain slopes. A spacious sunbathing area invites you to sunbathe and relax and the large swimming pool allows carefree bathing fun. The large, gently sloping non-swimmer area is ideal for families with small children. There is a sheltered playground on the grounds with a slide, nest swing and much more, as well as an adjacent beach volleyball court, basketball hoop and table tennis table for sporting activities. The kiosk offers drinks, ice cream and food at reasonable prices. The outdoor pool is just a 2-minute walk from the Abenden Rurtalbahn train stop.

The Rurtalbahn provides access from Düren to the entire district of Düren along the Rur with a total of 29 stops. Übersetzt mit DeepL Translate

In April there is a natural spectacle in the Eifel that is unparalleled: Millions of wild narcissi stretch their little heads towards the sun and transform the valley meadows into a yellow sea of blossoms. Whether on a guided tour or on your own - a hike in the Perlenbach and Fuhrtsbach valleys near Monschau becomes a special experience during this time.

From the "Krawutschketurm", named after the Eifel hiker Franz Krawutschke, there is a breathtaking view over the mountain ranges of the Eifel and from the edge of the parking lot, the view sweeps over the widening valley of the Rur with the Obermaubach reservoir over the edge of the Eifel into the Jülich Börde and the Cologne Bay.

A paradise for everyone.

The Luisenhof is situated in a unique recreational landscape in the Eifel National Park. The farm is located in the centre of the small village of Hergarten. Agriculture has always characterised people's lives here. The village of Hergarten is surrounded by wide meadows, fields and green forests and lots of nature.

Explore your alpaca experience

The Nideggen Castle Museum welcomes you to your discovery tour into the Middle Ages

The natural outdoor pool offers water fun for young and old.

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

Discover the various lignite-fired power plants or Cologne Cathedral from this vantage point in Wollersheim in fine weather!

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

House-high beech hedges that people created here to protect their houses generations ago.

Shinrin Yoku with lamas and alpacas-  from spring untill fall. Do you love the forest? Do enjoy spending time surrounded by nature? How do I active all my senses? Do you want to escape your daily routine? You are right where you need to be. With a group of up to six people, we walk with lamas and alpacas. In addition to long phases of silence, we try exercises for body and soul. You are welcome to bring a small snack.

Your event on our covered wagon - experience unforgettable moments in the picturesque Eifel landscape. For family outings, club celebrations, bachelor parties, or corporate events – our wagon rides are a highlight!

Your contact for sports activities and events at Lake Rursee!

Rental of pedelecs/e-bikes/e-MTBs. Delivery and collection service. Accessories, helmets, trailers for children, transport, dogs. Guided tours, routes with navigation.

With a 20 cm depth of snow, a horse sleigh with 2 Belgian draft horses will travel from Mützenich through the Fens.

The bronze statue at the old customs office in Mützenich commemorates the post-war years of coffee smuggling in the former smuggling village of Mützenich, which looks back on an exciting and fascinating past and has some curious stories to tell. Having become a German exclave on Belgian territory due to the Vennbahn after the Second World War, coffee smuggling flourished in the village as it was at the center of the smuggling routes.

Mooring at the Kermeter

Miniature golf in Simmerath-Rurberg.

Experience traditional craftsmanship in the halls of the Monschau craft market and the glassworks! The "Monschau Glassworks" is one of the most popular sights in Monschau.

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.

This Eifel view, at an altitude of 340 meters above sea level, on the Bildchesberg offers you a distant view in a south to north-westerly direction, with two core areas of the Eifel National Park in the field of vision.

SternenBlick in Nideggen-Schmidt: "Night nature"

The former school building in Mützenich is now home to the "Uraalt Scholl" village museum.

The DIMB BikePark Rureifel offers five lines for the ultimate in riding fun. From ambitious hobby riders to professionals, there is something for everyone.

Mooring in Eschauel

On a clear day, you can see as far as Cologne Cathedral from this beautiful panoramic view in Nideggen-Rath!

With trail running, the focus lies more on the route and the nature and not in the achievement of best times.

Swimming fun in the Woffelsbach bay

Carriage, wagon and horse sleigh rides as well as individually guided hiking through the “High Fens”.

The Kalterherberg parish church "St. Lambertus" is commonly known as the "Eifel Cathedral" due to its striking twin towers. It was built between 1897 and 1901 by Pastor Arnoldy.

Jetty in Schwammenauel

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

Various courses with many alternating elements and ropeways with a total length of over 800 m make a visit to the Hürtgenwald high ropes course a special experience. The focus is on the high-altitude adventure course.

Situated high above Einruhr, a fantastic distant view.

This Eifel view, situated on the Mausauel above the Obermaubach reservoir, is 350 meters above sea level and offers you a distant view in a south-westerly to north-westerly direction over the Rureifel plateau and the Hürtgen Forest as far as the High Fens.

National park information point in the parish church of St. Mokka with information materials and souvenir shop.

Explore Rursee and Obersee by boat

Canoe, kayak, SUP and pedal boat hire in Woffelsbach Bay

Visit the glassworks in Monschau and experience the ancient craft of glassblowing. This art has its origins in the Roman Empire, whose craft techniques have been preserved to this day. The two glassblowers Valdemar de Sousa and Fernando Costa are masters of their craft and let you experience how a glowing mass of sand, potash and lime is transformed into a sparkling vessel or a beautiful glass figurine through skillful drawing, pinching and blowing.

Sauna village - Brasserie - Hotel - ZAP Relax

Why would you want to explore Monschau’s places of interest by foot when you can ride comfortably on the town train and learn about the history of the cloth makers’ town? During the 30 minute round trip, we will show you Monschau and travel high up to the castle where you can enjoy the panorama with a view of the town in the valley and the Haller Ruin.

The Dreilägerbach dam, which was built between 1909 and 1911, is located between Roetgen and Rott.

Former factory building of the hammer mill.

Sports and fun in the SimmBad

13th century hilltop castle above the rooftops of Monschau.

Heimbach is one of those small, enchanting places in the Eifel that never ceases to amaze you when you visit: Nature is combined with history and there is so much to discover.

Set in a dramatic landscape of woods interspersed with water, the Eifel National Park will allow you to experience the fascinating natural diversity of a wilderness at first hand. For in this large protection area some 65 kilometres southwest of Cologne, nature has been left once more to its own eternal cycle of growth and decay.

This "Eifel view" is located on the 253-metre-high Hemgenberg to the west of the Kreuzau district of Winden.

Around 7 kilometers of cross-country ski track runs through the meadows around Lammersdorf

Walk through nature with alpacas, celebrate children's birthdays and have fun. This is what we offer for you.

The former Premonstratensian monastery from the 12th century is located in the austere Eifel landscape, in the middle of the "High Fens" nature park, right on the German-Belgian border. The complex, which includes over 32 hectares of forest and a fish pond, is located on a rock plateau at the mouth of the Rur, which meanders in the valley between Kalterherberg and Eschweide, and the Ermesbach. It is 7 km to the picturesque town of Monschau.

Farmer's golf has its origins in our neighbors in the Netherlands, where there are now many farmer's golf courses. For some years now, this "Dutch fun sport" has also been available at Bosselbacher Hof.

Obersee landing stage in Einruhr.

The wooded surroundings of the national park are a great place to wait for a big catch.

This Eifel view from the highest point in the district of Düren (566 m above sea level) and directly on the district border with Aachen offers you an impressive distant view to the west over the Hürtgen Forest into the Aachen region and as far as the Dutch province of Limburg, and to the north into the Jülich Börde and the Cologne Bay.

The former ducal town of Nideggen lies on the northern edge of the Eifel - high above the red sandstone cliffs visible from afar.

St. Clement's Church, with its incomparable Baroque atmosphere, has lost none of its appeal to this day. The Salvator Church houses the image of Our Lady of Sorrows in a precious Antwerp carved altar. Übersetzt mit DeepL Translate

The Perlenbach near Monschau has been dammed for drinking water supply since 1956.

Directly below the hiking trail along the Schleebachgraben, near the "Im Todt" parking lot, lies the community's wild boar park, which covers around 5 hectares. A refuge and numerous benches invite you to meet the black smocks in a wonderful location.

Monument of a Simmerather worker from the 20th century.

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

The Eifel view "Grünenthal" near Monschau-Imgenbroich offers a view over the valley of the upper Rur at an altitude of 490 meters above sea level before it flows into the Rur reservoir.

A refreshing break

The Aachen master builder Couven erected the building in 1783 for the cloth manufacturer M.P.W. Troistorff, following the example of the town houses of the nobility. In keeping with the spirit of the times, the half-timbered house was plastered and decorated with ornamentation. Rich carvings on the doors with supraports and wrought ironwork on the staircase and balcony railings bear witness to the pomp and wealth of the residents.

13-metre-high observation tower with 76 steps at the Eifel view "Burgberg".

In 1905, the hydroelectric power plant in Heimbach at the Urft dam went into operation as the largest hydroelectric power plant in the world at that time.

The Kölschkier forest adventure course in the Perlenbach Valley is an adventure play-ground for real outdoor enthusiasts and an ideal day out for the whole family in the Eifel. Kids and grown-ups alike can explore the forest habitat with all their senses at the nine different stations of the course. The adventure course is a playful way to spark educational learning processes, teaching visitors how to treat the natural world.

Rursee landing stage in Woffelsbach.

A fantastic panoramic view over the Eifel landscape.

Wonderful view over wide field landscapes, in good weather as far as the Siebengebirge.

Former copper farm situated directly on the Vichtbach stream.

"Ruitzhof" belongs to Monschau-Kalterherberg and is located at 570 meters above sea level.

This Eifel view on the "Simonsley" (415 meters above sea level) offers you an impressive panorama above the Rursee in a south-easterly to south-westerly direction, with the "Kermeter", a core area of the Eifel National Park, drawing the eye.

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

Carefree family bathing fun in the Obersee

At an idyllic location next to reservoir Heimbach. An ideal excursion destination for young and old. We have 18 paddleboats and 20 canoes for rent. In addtion, we have gaming oportunities and a kiosk. A good choice for children's birthdays, school trips and more.

Around 200 routes await fans of open-air climbing in the Rur valley. The climbing massifs are between 10 and 45 meters high and are made of shining red sandstone, with steep climbs on every route.

The heated outdoor pool in the town of Heimbach is located directly on the Rur in the Eifel National Park. Family-friendly, it offers its visitors a wide range of activities with a water temperature of 24°C and spacious outdoor facilities.

A "multi-generational playground" for cyclists and skaters

This "Eifel view" on the keep (220 meters above sea level) of Hengebach Castle offers you a view in a south to north-westerly direction over the Heimbach district, with two core areas of the Eifel National Park in the field of vision.

Climbing fun on the Obersee

The Mariawald Monastery with its centuries-old tradition is a place of silence and spiritual contemplation.

Bubenheimer Spieleland - the all-weather destination for the whole family.

The multimedia room offers seating for 50 visitors.

Monte Mare is an indoor swimming and wellness institution. The swimming are offers swimming fun on 1000qm.

Freibad Hürtgenwald UG (haftungsbeschränkt) has been operating the renovated outdoor pool in Vossenack since 2015.

We will glide along with you through the unique landscape of the Eifel and past the places of interest in Monschau, the surrounding villages of Schleiden, Gemünd, Simmerath, nearby Belgium, the Rur Lake and the unforgettable Ravelweg.

Rursee balloon ride - discover the world from above.

The Red House was built around 1760 as a residential and business house by the cloth maker and businessman, Johann Heinrich Scheibler. Even today, it reflects the lustre of large-scale, upper middle-class living in a rare unity with its complete furnishings in the Rococo, Louis XVI and Empire styles.

Former auction monastery from the 18th century.

A wonderful panoramic view. In good weather and on a clear day, you can see as far as the Fersehrturm tower in Cologne!

SternenBlick in Monschau-Höfen: "Night owls"

Bakehouse in half-timbered style.

The listed Protestant town church is located in the heart of Monschau directly on the Rur.

Far-reaching view from "Der Hohe" into the Monschau countryside.

Obersee landing stage in Rurberg.

Explore the Eifel National Park region by pedelec

Wonderful view of the Eifel National Park.

The historic old town of Monschau directly on the Rur.

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.

Discover your alpaca-donkey experience!

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

The monte mare Kreuzau invites you to a holiday on your doorstep with a wide range of leisure and relaxation activities. The leisure pool offers bathing and swimming fun for the whole family on around 1,000 square metres.

At Kallbach's Adventure Golf, you play on artificial turf courses close to nature and, as with the "big" golf, on 18 holes. Hills, depressions, terrain transitions and all kinds of exciting surprises have to be mastered on greens up to 50 metres long. Übersetzt mit DeepL Translate

Peter Sußner lives and works as a freelance artist in the historic Dreistegen cloth factory on the edge of Monschau's old town.

The tower on the Rahmenberg above the market square is one of the town's most striking landmarks. The ruins can be reached in just a few minutes via a footpath over the "Half Moon", another viewpoint on the way up.

This Eifel view on the Mausauel, above the Obermaubach reservoir, is located at an altitude of 250 m above sea level and offers you a view in a northerly (westerly) direction beyond the reservoir to the last hills of the northern Eifel before the transition to the Jülich-Zülpicher Börde.

Bronze and garden sculptures for indoor and outdoor use.

From this wonderful vantage point, you can discover the power station in Weisweiler, the Sophienhöhe and much more when the weather is fine!

From the large viewing terrace of Nideggen Youth Hostel, visitors can enjoy a unique view of the vast Rureifel landscape.

Struffelt Heath - nature reserve

Outdoor Escape Game

Guided hiking tours, individually tailored, magnificent views, idyllic hiking trails, enjoy pure nature

In memory of the tragic events that happend in Hürtgenwald during the second world war, the museum "Hürtgenwald 1944 and in peace" was built on Pfarrer-Dickmann-Straße in Vossenack.

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"

Around 7 kilometers of cross-country ski track runs through the unique hedge landscape around Eicherscheid.

From herbs to survival, we do it all in the Eifel.

At 658 meters above sea level, the Steling is the highest elevation in the Aachen city region. The excellent visibility was the reason why there was once even a fire watch tower on the Steling, and the view extends far to the east over the Eifel National Park.

Pedal boat rental at Obermaubach reservoir for relaxed outings on the water. Ideal for families, couples, and groups.

Skiking has elements of cross-country skating and can therefore be easily transferred into a year-round sport.

The Obermaubach reservoir in the municipality of Kreuzau is a paradise for all kinds of water sports enthusiasts; you can go rowing, pedal boating or canoeing.

On a clear day, you can even see Cologne Cathedral from here!

Around the Rur and Obersee lakes, you can fish along around 50 kilometers of shoreline.

The salt inhalatorium for adults and children in the Rureifel.

With a water temperature of 28.5 degrees, the 25 metre pool with a springboard and a 3 metre tower offers 4 lanes. A learning swimming pool and a children’s pool are also available.

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.

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...