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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PeterH65 (a.k.a. "Waldorf")

August 19, 2018

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The Urfttalsperre is located in the middle of the Eifel National Park and is a popular excursion destination.
The Urttalsperre is the oldest dam in the Eifel and is located …

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Berlin2007

February 19, 2019

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amazing what happens to the small river - around the lake leads a great trail that can be shortened at the Victor Neels Bridge

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Elevation 360 m

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Wednesday 25 March

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