Attractions around Düren

The Hindenburg Gate is a colorful sandstone rock. The rock was created in the Triassic during the period of Buntsandstein about 220 million years ago from rubble and sand. The …read more

Unfortunately, Mariwawald Monastery will be closed during the year 2018. The ten monks who live here are now very old and can not operate the monastery without support. In addition, …read more

The Art Nouveau hydroelectric power plant is located in Heimbach and was put into operation in 1905.
The hydroelectric power station draws its water from the Urft dam via the …read more

The south way around the reservoir is rather uninteresting as well as driveway. But on the north side there is a great way with some jetties and interesting views.

The way at the reservoir was more beautiful than expected and should be included in a tour with.

Great place to enjoy the free time.

The large nature reserve Buntsandsteinfelsen in the Rurtal fascinates with its imposing, reddish rocks with unique rock heads and rocky outcrops. This unique landscape, located on the northern edge of …read more

This is a beautiful circuit, especially recommended would be the "wild way" right at the beginning of the round. On the weekends it could be a bit crowded, who can go here during the week.

The Buntsandstein route begins at Kreuzau station, leaves the local area and runs through the Ruraue to Üdingen. There the path gradually rises, so that the impressive panorama of the …read more

Wonderful view of the Rur valley and the reservoir.
The forest chapel was built from 1994 to 1996 by the Obermaubach working group and is open to visitors.
This "Eifel-Bick" …read more

In front of the castle you can park for 2 hours and access is free. From the tower you have a nice view.

The Laufenburg is a beautifully preserved and well maintained knight's castle from the 12th century. Amazingly, over the centuries, it changed hands only through inheritance or through purchases, but not …read more

It pays to climb the steep, narrow path. At the top, from Eugenienstein, you have a magnificent view of the Rur, which meanders down in the valley towards Obermaubach.

In good visibility great panorama!

The hiking trail leads directly along the shore. Always great views of the Urft and the towering green mountains.

The Rur - written without "h" and often referred to as the Eifel Rur - rises in the High Fens in Belgium and flows into the Meuse. But it flows …read more

The Stations of the Cross to Mariawald is a beautiful hiking trail through Deny Kermeter. The IIV station was heavily destroyed after a storm. Thanks to donations and private initiatives, …read more

The wild path starts directly at the parking lot. It is barrier-free and full of vissuelle and acoustic impressions. The information boards are in different languages and also in simplified …read more

It's a bit like a rocket on the moon ... 🚀

Great view. Good place to rest.