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Beautiful view of fields and meadows along the Wurm river

Schleichers Hof is the name of a historic building in Stolberg's old town, dating back to the 16th century. It played a central role in the early history of Stolberg's copper and brass industry. The complex was originally known as a Kupferhof (literally, a copper or brass yard) and was built in 1575 by Leonhard (Leonard) Schleicher, a copper master from Aachen. In the early 1570s, Leonard Schleicher recognized the economic advantages of the Stolberg Vicht Valley for the brass industry, including its abundant water supply and proximity to ores and coal, and therefore moved his company from Aachen to Stolberg. There, on Burgstraße, he had the foundation stone Kupferhof of Stolberg built, which later became known as Schleichers Hof. At that time, it was one of the few buildings in the city constructed of stone, besides the imposing Stolberger Burg. A copper farm was not a regular residence, but a fortified courtyard-like commercial and residential structure surrounded by residential and factory buildings with a secure entrance gate and windows facing the courtyard, intended to combine both production and protection. As Stolberg's first copper farm, Schleichers Hof marks the beginning of the Stolberg brass industry. From this location, the urban and economic network expanded, and several similar farm complexes were later built. The presence of these companies is why Stolberg is also known as "Kupferstadt," the copper city. Using the water from nearby streams, metal could be processed in hammer mills and furnaces, which was essential for the production of brass (an alloy of copper and zinc). Over the centuries, the function of Schleichers Hof changed. Around 1790, the complex underwent a significant transformation, and a country pharmacy (Adler-Apotheke) was established on part of the site, one of the earliest in the Aachen district. This pharmacy remained in continuous operation for almost 200 years, contributing to the city's infrastructure far beyond the court's former industrial use. The building still has a recognizable façade today, while the interior and its use have changed. Remaining architectural elements, such as 16th-century wall anchors, serve as reminders of the original construction.

Along a tranquil stretch of river in the Eifel region stands a beautiful solitary tree, overlooking the rippling water and the surrounding landscape. This tree serves as a striking natural landmark for hikers and nature lovers exploring the area. The tree stands on a river with clear, flowing water, surrounded by a mix of lush green ferns and mossy banks. Together, the water and the tree create a serene, almost fairytale-like atmosphere where you can fully experience the tranquility of nature. Birds nest in the branches, while small fish and insects are often visible along the water's edge.

The Obersee near Einruhr is the main reservoir of the Rur Dam. The Obersee reservoir is operated by the Eifel-Rur Water Association as a drinking water storage facility.

delicious cuisine

Beautiful trails accompanied by stunning views. A pleasure to walk there.

The Wurmtal - a great local recreation area

Gives the place its medieval flair