Attractions Nearby
Leisure, nature, culture and adventure around Kirchweiler – from 5 km to 70 km away.
Adventure & Thrills
Eifel Adventures Berlingen
ca. 12 kmZiplining, adventure minigolf, footpool and boules on a spacious outdoor site. Treehouse overnight stays bookable. Ideal for groups, families and team experiences.
AdventureSommerrodelbahn Daun
ca. 6 km800-metre run at the Wild & Adventure Park Daun. Single and double bob, you choose your speed. Open seasonally April to October – quick fun for all ages.
FamilyWild- & Erlebnispark Daun
ca. 6 kmDrive-through park by car, barbary macaque canyon, birds of prey shows, adventure playground and petting zoo. Llamas, mouflons, wild yaks and wild boar on large grounds. The summer toboggan run is right outside.
FamilyNature & Geology
Dreimühlen Wasserfall bei Üxheim-Ahütte
ca. 18 kmGermany's only 'growing' waterfall. Formed by limestone deposits and demonstrably growing since 1932. Free access, beautiful walk along the Ahbach. A quiet, impressive natural monument.
Natural MonumentWallender Born / Brubbel Wallenborn
ca. 15 kmGermany's only periodically gushing cold-water geyser. It erupts irregularly every few hours and is free to access. Short walk from the car park – a natural phenomenon found nowhere else.
Natural PhenomenonBuchenlochhöhle Gerolstein
ca. 18 kmIce Age cave with Stone Age finds, part of the Gerolstein Dolomites. Guided tours available year-round. An impressive geological testament to Eifel history.
CaveStrohner Lavabombe
ca. 12 kmGiant lava boulder from the Eifel's volcanic activity – landmark of the volcano village of Strohn. Free and suitable for a short visit. Impressive reminder of the region's geological past.
GeologyObservatorium Hoher List Schalkenmehren
ca. 5 kmFormer astronomical observatory of the University of Bonn at 551 m altitude. One of Germany's darkest skies – ideal for stargazing. The dome landscape is also worth seeing by day.
AstronomyGerolsteiner Dolomiten
ca. 20 kmImpressive limestone rock formations in the Eifel with well-marked hiking trails and viewpoints. Dogs allowed on main paths. Short loops possible from Gerolstein town centre.
Rock FormationCulture & Museums
Eifel-Vulkanmuseum Daun
ca. 6 kmInteractive museum on the formation of the volcanic landscape, part of the Vulkan Eifel Nature and Geopark. Child- and family-friendly – ideal for rainy days and curious visitors.
MuseumAdler- & Wolfspark Kasselburg Pelm
ca. 20 kmBirds of prey shows and wolf feeding on 20 ha around a historic 12th-century castle. Daily flying displays in season. European wolves in spacious enclosures – a highlight for all ages.
Wildlife ExperienceMaarmuseum Manderscheid
ca. 18 kmMuseum on the formation of the maare – great in combination with the Manderscheid castle trail. Volcanic geology explained accessibly for all generations.
MuseumHeimwebermuseum Schalkenmehren
ca. 5 kmInsight into the region's traditional crafts and the Eifel's cultural history. Small entrance fee, peaceful setting – an authentic piece of regional history.
Local HistoryManderscheid Burgruinen
ca. 20 kmTwo castle ruins high above the Lieser valley – free access, guaranteed dream views. Combined with the Manderscheid castle trail (6.6 km), a lovely half-day trip.
CastleKinopalast Vulkaneifel Daun
ca. 6 kmModern cinema in Daun showing current films. Ideal for rainy days, evening programmes or simply a relaxing cinema night.
EntertainmentWellness & Swimming
Laurentiusbad Daun
ca. 6 kmIndoor pool with 28°C water temperature, lanes for swimmers and non-swimmers. Barrier-free, open year-round. Ideal for rainy days, relaxation or sports swimming.
Indoor PoolKurpark Daun
ca. 6 kmSpacious green area in the centre of Daun with quiet walking paths, fountains and benches. Water playground for children. Free access, usable year-round.
WalkCycling & Mountain Biking
Maare-Mosel-Radweg
Start Daun ca. 6 km51 km on a former railway track from Daun to Traben-Trarbach on the Moselle. Flat, ideal for families and e-bikes. One of the Eifel's finest cycle routes.
Cycle RouteMountainbike El Dorado Vulkaneifel
RegionOver 750 km of trails at all difficulty levels, 13 ha technical course. Guided tours bookable. The Vulkan Eifel is one of western Germany's best MTB regions.
MTBWinter & Snow Sports
Mäuseberg Ski-Hang Daun
ca. 6 kmSmall ski area near Daun, ideal for beginners and families. Only open with sufficient snowfall – in snowy winters a lovely short trip right on the doorstep.
Winter SportsCaves & Underground
Buchenlochhöhle Gerolstein
ca. 18 kmKarst cave in the Gerolstein Dolomites, inhabited by Stone Age people around 30,000 years ago. Free access, part of the rock path. Torch recommended – narrow but impressive entrance.
Cave · FreeBirresborner Eishöhlen
ca. 30 kmFour lava caves in Birresborn Volcano Park, formed by cooling lava flows approx. 200,000 years ago. Temperatures around 0°C inside year-round – hence the name. Guided tours bookable, protective clothing provided.
Cave · GuidedMühlsteinhöhlen Mayen
ca. 45 kmUnderground labyrinth from medieval millstone quarries in the lava cellar beneath Mayen. Guided tours show how basalt lava has been quarried since Roman times. Unique cultural monument in situ.
Cave · MuseumWaterfalls & Springs
Dreimühlen Wasserfall bei Üxheim-Ahütte
ca. 18 kmGermany's only 'growing' waterfall. Formed by limestone deposits (calcareous tufa) and demonstrably growing since 1932. Free access, beautiful walk along the Ahbach. A quiet, impressive natural monument.
Natural Monument · FreeWallender Born / Brubbel Wallenborn
ca. 15 kmGermany's only periodically gushing cold-water geyser. It erupts irregularly every few hours and is free to access. Short walk from the car park – a natural phenomenon found nowhere else.
Natural Phenomenon · FreeHelenenquelle im Kurpark Gerolstein
ca. 18 kmNatural mineral spring directly in Gerolstein's spa park, free access. The carbonated water can be tasted directly from the spring stone – a small but special experience.
Spring · FreeGerolstein – Experiences & Sights
Gerolsteiner Brunnen Erlebniswelt
ca. 18 kmNew interactive experience world at Germany's largest mineral spring. Tours through the bottling plant with free tasting. Registration required (besucherzentrum@gerolsteiner.com). Tours Mon–Thu: 9:30 and 11:30.
New 2026 · FreeGerolsteiner Dolomiten & Felsenpfad
ca. 18 kmImpressive rock massif directly above Gerolstein. The rock path (approx. 8 km loop) passes the Munterley with spectacular Kyll valley views, the Löwenburg ruin and the Buchenlochhöhle cave.
Hike · approx. 8 kmNaturkundemuseum Gerolstein
ca. 18 kmMuseum on the natural history of the Vulkan Eifel – geology, fossils and fauna. Accessible for all ages. Ideal for rainy days and nature-minded visitors.
MuseumWassermühle Birgel
ca. 20 kmEurope's largest mill experience centre in Birgel. Four working mills: mustard, grain, oil and saw. Tours bookable, farm shop with regional products. An experience for all ages.
Museum · Farm ShopDay Trips in the Region
Nürburgring
ca. 55 kmThe legendary Nordschleife – tourist laps, ring°werk experience world and motorsport events. An unforgettable trip for motorcycle riders and car enthusiasts.
MotorsportCochem an der Mosel
ca. 45 kmReichsburg castle, medieval old town and wine culture right on the Moselle. One of the most beautiful and well-known spots on the Middle Moselle.
MoselleTrier
ca. 70 kmGermany's oldest city with UNESCO World Heritage: Porta Nigra, Imperial Baths and Karl Marx House. Ideal for a full cultural day.
UNESCO© Wild- & Erlebnispark Daun
© Adler- & Wolfspark Kasselburg
Ulmener Maar
The Ulmener Maar lies 10 km north of Kirchweiler and is the youngest known volcanic crater in Germany – formed around 11,000 years ago. The deep, circular lake sits idyllically in the forest, surrounded by a circular walking trail. The town of Ulmen with its castle ruins sits right on the lake's edge.
© Eifel Tourismus GmbH, T. Roth


