The Top 9 Gorges around Mayen
Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 9
to choose from around Mayen. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure around Mayen.
to choose from around Mayen. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure around Mayen.
Last updated: October 19, 2025
Marxe Lay Former Quarry
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The Marxe Lay is a basalt quarry that belonged to the Marx family. The walls of the quarry are 12 meters high. At the very top you can see the remains of a crane house.
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Selbach Gorge
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Unfortunately only very short, but still beautiful. From the Bergheidenweg you come down into the valley to the Nette and then climb up the ravine path again
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Herschbach Valley
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Very good asphalt, not as busy as in other valleys in the region. Beautiful view across the valley.
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Elzbachtal Singletrail
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Great trail along the Elz. However, when it is wet and the ground may be covered with leaves, you have to be extra careful. Slippery stones and branches lurk everywhere. …
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Georgslay
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To get to Georgslay you have to take the left path steeply up from the monastery ruins. Almost at the end of the path is a small chapel. Once at …
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