Embedded in the forest and mountain landscape of the Eifel, you can experience the animals up close all year round! From small inhabitants, such as cute coatis, to "wild" big cats, to the big stag, visitors can observe animals at eye level. Around 60 animal species in the northern hemisphere and Australia, i.e. a total of approx. 400 animals, live on 30 hectares in the Eifel Zoo.
There are many beautiful places in the Prümer Land region.
Particularly well-known are:
the St. Salvator Basilica in Prüm
the castle ruins in Schönecken
the Railway Museum in Pronsfeld with Café Stullwerk
the Mühlenberger Tunnel in Bleialf
The Prümer Land region is great for hikers. And for cyclists.
Dog owners and nature lovers also feel right at home here.
There are plenty of places for families to visit.
Within an hour’s drive, you can reach many other destinations. You can visit wildlife parks and zoos. You can climb ancient volcanoes. You can see giant dinosaurs. You can visit amusement parks. Or go on an adventure in the forest.
The Prüm region is known for its closeness to nature.
The landscape in the Eifel is gentle and green. You can enjoy nature.
You can go hiking. You can go on a bike ride. Or you can have a picnic in the countryside.
Specialties from the Eifel are also typical. The food is simple and hearty.
For example:
Eifel ham
Game dishes
Pea soup
Flour dumplings
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During Carnival season, there’s also something sweet. This treat is called Nautzen.
You should visit St. Salvator Basilica.
You can go hiking through the Schönecker Schweiz.
You can go on a bike ride along the Eifel-Ardennes Bike Trail. Along the way, you’ll pass the Railway Museum in Pronsfeld. There’s also the Café Stullwerk there.
You can take a walk through the Kruft Family Sculpture Park in Niederprüm.
In the Schneifel, you can enjoy the peace and quiet. It’s quiet and secluded there.
