메체니히‬에서 가장 멋진 ‪20‬개의 동굴

Very beautiful view over the valley of the Nideggener Bach, to the other side with the village of Nideggen and the castle situated on the mountain spur.

Very beautiful view from the Riesentor viewpoint over the valley of the Nideggener Bach, to the other side with the village of Nideggen and the castle located on the mountain spur.

Bad Münstereifel, also known as Outlet City, is a very lively Eifel town. Many outdoor shops and fashion stores are located in the city center. A lot was destroyed in the 2021 flood, but much more has been rebuilt/reproduced here than in many other affected communities.

In addition to the many events, the castle also has a history. Experts consider it to be the best preserved moated castle in the Rhineland in its original structure, a gem of Rhenish castle building and a monument to aristocratic culture and way of life. Setzvey Castle is a typical moated castle, such as those built by the ministerial nobility in the 14th and 15th centuries in the lowlands, while the high nobility built hilltop castles that were difficult to conquer. The lack of a mountain as a natural obstacle for attackers had to be replaced by moats that were difficult to overcome. For this reason, moated castles were usually built on two islands and were almost always located near a stream that supplied the moats with water. The more heavily fortified main castle was therefore additionally protected by the outer castle on the second island.

Seen from several sides during the walk

There are numerous vantage points of the castle and the surrounding area on this beautiful stretch of the route.

Small, historic town center with the Ahrquelle and the possibility to rest a little in a cafe

It goes along a great narrow hiking trail with viewpoints.