ヘレンタールの天然記念物・トップ20

According to local tradition, an old legend explains the origin of the Teufelsley (Devil's Rock). The devil was said to have been enraged because a monastery was to be built in the region. In his anger, he dislodged a massive boulder from the heights to destroy the structure. However, as he approached with the stone, an angel intervened, thwarting the devil's plan and stopping his attack. The rock brought by the devil then remained in its present location and has been called Teufelsley ever since.

According to regional oral tradition, the rock formations Engelsley and Teufelsley owe their names to an old legend connected with the construction of a monastery in the Monschau region. The tale recounts that the devil was enraged that a house of worship was to be built on this site. In his anger, he dislodged a massive boulder from the surrounding hills to destroy the building and halt construction. However, as he approached with the stone, an angel confronted him. To protect the monastery, the angel is said to have reached for an even larger rock. With this, he blocked the devil's path and thwarted his plan. The two rock formations—so the legend goes—fell to the ground and remained in the landscape as a visible symbol of this supernatural conflict.

This rest area on the Eifelsteig is wonderful

We hiked the path of remembrance in 5 stages. If you would like to take a look at our hikes on the path of remembrance, here is the link to my corresponding collection: https://www.komoot.de/collection/1415042/-weg-des-gedenden

Beautiful rock formation in the Rur Valley.

Vantage point with a beautiful view of the Ruhr Valley and the Perlbach estuary.

The nature reserve Unteres Perlenbachtal with the rock formations of the Teufelsley and Engelsley are located in the area of the city of Monschau. The lower course of the Perlbach includes two forest and rocky sections. In between lies the Perlenbachtalsperre. Mostly middle-aged spruces grow on the slopes. Some of the larger cliffs have been upgraded to viewpoints. A heather-like vegetation has developed in places on the rocks. Numerous ferns thrive in the shady area, including the rare thin fern (Trichomanes speciosum). The lower part of the Perlenbach up to the confluence with the Rur is accompanied by riparian forests.

The Fuhrtsbachtal and the Perlenbachtal are very nice to hike through. Plenty of places to rest and you always have the gentle splashing of the streams as your companion