Hiking in the Prümer Land Region
What could be nicer than a walk in nature?
You walk through meadows full of flowers.
You walk along small streams and lakes.
You hike through quiet forests.
You climb the hills in the Eifel.
From there, you have a beautiful view.
There are short trails.
There are long trails.
Some trails are narrow.
Others are wide and well-maintained.
In the Prümer Land, you’ll find a trail that’s just right for you.
For me, the most beautiful experiences of nature can be found in the small side valleys of the Kyll, Prüm, Our, and Sauer rivers. They are rich in biodiversity, rare, and unique.
Find Your Hiking Trail
Which path is right for you?
There are many hiking trails in the Prümer Land region.
Here you’ll find all the trails.
There are short trails.
There are long trails.
There are easy trails.
There are also more challenging ones.
You can choose a trail that suits you best.
Pick
your hike and get going!
Komfort-Wanderweg Stausee Auw
AuwThe barrier-free comfort hiking trail around the Auw reservoir is accessible and can be experienced by people with motor impairments.
Krausbuchen Wanderweg
RommersheimHidden in the middle of the forest are the three Kausbuchen, also known as Süntelbuchen, which give this circular trail its name. Short trunks, twisted and partially intertwined branches with drooping twigs and a crown that grows wide rather than high describe the Kraus beech. Find peace and quiet, recharge your batteries, let your imagination run wild - the mystical Kausbuche beech trees invite you to do just that.
Panorama-Wanderweg Prüm
PrümMagnificent views of the town of Prüm, St. Salvator's Basilica and the nature surrounding the town make this challenging circular hike a special experience.
Panoramaweg Schönecken
SchöneckenThe historic castle town of Schönecken is nestled in the Nims valley. The 5.8 km long panoramic trail is characterized by impressive views of the town, sweeping vistas and the ruins of Schönecken Castle behind you.
Prümer Land Tour Route 1 - Prüm und Umgebung
PrümThe varied circular tour of approx. 14 km offers tips and information about the special features around the climatic health resort of Prüm at 10 stations.
Prümer Land Tour Route 2 - Schönecken und Umgebung
SchöneckenMagnificent beech forests, steep rock formations and magnificent views await hikers on this circular trail through the "Schönecker Schweiz" nature reserve.
Prümer Land Tour Route 3 - Östliche Kalkmulde
SchwirzheimIn the Prümer Kalkmulde, the landscape has a lot to tell - hike past Devonian rock strata, across limestone grassland and experience wonderful panoramic views.
Prümer Land Tour Route 4 - Bleialf und die Schneifel
BleialfThe market town of Bleialf was mentioned in documents as early as the 16th century in connection with a mine. Mining even dates back to Celtic-Roman times.
Schneifel Moor Trail
GondenbrettSchneifel Moor Trail
Stream Trail
BleialfHalenfeld - Bleialf - Halenfeld
Tageswanderung auf dem Schneifel-Pfad
PrümHiking tour from Prüm to Schönecken, over the Kalvarienberg in Prüm and through Schönecker Schweiz
Waldpfad im Prümer Tettenbusch
PrümForesters explain various forest topics at 11 stations along the 4.5 km circular trail through the Tettenbusch.
Hiking Events
Impressions
There are many hiking trails in the Prümer Land region.
You can hike through the hills.
You can walk through deep forests.
At the “Schwarzer Mann” in the Hohes Venn Eifel
Nature Park, the trails lead through forests and across raised bogs.
“Schönecker Schweiz” is something special.
There are mysterious rocks there.
There are unique stones and unique plants.
The
Prümer Land Tour—Route 2—is especially beautiful there.
There are several premium hiking trails in the Prümer Land region.
These are:
the Leisure Trail the Bach Trail in the Naturwanderpark delux
the Schneifel Trail
These trails have been certified.
The German Hiking Institute has certified them.
The trails have received an award.
That is why they are called: Premium Hiking Trails.
There are various hiking trails in the Prümer Land region.
There are easy walks.
There are trails through valleys.
There are also more challenging hikes where
you’ll have to climb a few meters in elevation.
So there’s something for everyone.
In the Prümer Land region, you can hike through many different types of landscapes.
These include:
- Large forested areas
with mixed forests, beech trees, and oaks. - Stream valleys and reservoirs
With water, meadows, and peaceful trails. - Limestone depressions with nutrient-poor grasslands
—a unique landscape with open spaces. Fields and meadows
with sweeping views of the countryside.
There are several hiking trails for families in the Prümer Land region.
The trails are less than 10 kilometers long.
There is very little elevation gain.
The hikes are great for kids.
Children can explore mystical rock formations.
They can play and explore along streams.
There are also trails with information about the forest or mining.
This makes the hike exciting and educational for the whole family.
Some hiking trails are far from villages.
There are often no places to stop for a break there.
The trails are designed
so you can enjoy nature in peace.
That’s why you should always bring enough water.
Be sure to pack some food in your backpack, too.