The Urttalsperre is the oldest dam in the Eifel and a popular destination. The dam wall was the largest structure in Europe at the time, has a length of 266 m and a height of 59 m. There is a nice excursion restaurant at the dam wall, which you can reach by boat, bus, car, bike or on foot. The Urftsee is also a very beautiful hiking area with a great path along the shore, which always offers a beautiful view of the Ordensburg Vogelsang.

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Rombea

May 2, 2022

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There are always beautiful rocks and volcanic rocks to be discovered along the shore path.

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Markus2280

June 4, 2020

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The view of the opposite bank of the dam with the buildings of the former Nazi Ordensburg Vogelsang, today Vogelsang ip, is impressive.

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Downhill 50 m

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