When you enter the Eifel, you immediately feel its energy. Sometimes quiet and calming, sometimes powerful and full of movement. The Nürburgring gets your pulse racing, the surrounding nature gives you a sense of serenity.
Hike, cycle, immerse yourself, marvel - and again and again this unique mixture of vastness and closeness. In the Eifel, you will experience moments that are just as diverse as the paths they take.
Welcome to Eltz Castle. It is considered the "most beautiful castle in Europe", a "fairy tale in stone" and the "epitome of a knight's castle". Come and see for yourself! Eltz offers pure Middle Ages, an important treasure trove, hiking, enjoyment of nature and relaxation for all ages.
Distance approx. 48 km
The maars are probably the best-known landmarks of the volcanic Eifel. As circular lakes or raised bogs, the former craters are clearly visible in the landscape.
Distance approx. 25 km
The goat cheese dairy from the Eifel, Gillenfeld. From the goat to the cheese, guided tour including tasting, participation in open tours possible on fixed dates.
Distance approx. 36 km
Don't let the name put you off and experience a wonderful circular trail along the race track with a length of approx. 10 kilometers.
Fantastic views of vast maars, volcanic peaks in the charming Eifel landscape and unique flora and fauna in the "Booser Doppelmaar" nature reserve. Hiking fun for dogs and their owners.
Distance approx. 7 km | Start at the Boos volcano park station
The highest mountain in the Eifel can be seen from afar: the 747-metre-high "Hohe Acht" tertiary volcano with the Kaiser Wilhelm Tower is enthroned on the roof of the Eifel.
Distance approx. 10 km | Start Adenau Markt
The engine sounds of the Nürburgring accompany this sporty stage on the Vulkan-Rad-Route Eifel to Adenau.
Distance approx. 0.1 km | Start in the Ring°Carré
The Ahr, the northernmost contiguous red wine-growing region, invites you to wine tastings, hikes or cellar tours.
Distance approx. 25 km
Cochem with its historic old town and the Reichsburg, which towers above the town. The onward journey as a boat tour from there, for example to Beilstein, the 'Sleeping Beauty of the Moselle' or to the Klotten wildlife and leisure park: Klotten Wildlife and Leisure Park.
Distance approx. 40 km
On this approximately 1.5-hour backstage tour, you'll discover the world of the Nürburgring behind the scenes, including the media center, pit lane, paddock, and much more. For more information, visit the Nürburgring website.
The ring°kino offers a movie lineup for every taste, featuring one of the largest 3D movie screens in the region, comfortable seating, plenty of legroom, and many movies in 3D.
From the Taster Stand (T3/BMW M-Power Stand), you’ll have a great view of the racetrack during the info°center’s opening hours, even when there are no events taking place.
Yes, during the tourist drives, you can drive yourself or ride along—both on the Nordschleife and on the Grand Prix circuit. Bookings are made through the Nürburgring Driving Academy.
Yes, the Booser Doppelmaar Trail offers fantastic hiking with stunning views of the Eifel, the volcanic landscape, and protected natural areas.
At 747 meters, the Hohe Acht is the highest mountain in the Eifel. The Kaiser Wilhelm Tower is located there, offering a fantastic panoramic view of the entire region.
On this 90-minute behind-the-scenes tour, you’ll learn fascinating facts about 80 years of racing history. Starting at the Information Center at the Nürburgring (B 258), you’ll visit the pit lane and the historic paddock, and enjoy the view of the Grand Prix circuit from the roof of the Start-Finish Tower.
Yes, on certain days, the 20.832 km-long Nordschleife is open for tourist drives. Tourist drives are also available on the approximately 5 km-long Grand Prix circuit.
There are numerous hiking trails through valleys and up to mountain peaks, including the Eifelverein’s main hiking trails, regionally recommended routes, and locally marked trails.
In the Vulkaneifel, you can explore traces of volcanic activity, visit castles and palaces, swim in the maars in the summer, and go sledding on the Hohe Acht in the winter.
For children ages 3 to 8, the Kids Club offers nature activities, group cooking, arts and crafts, running around, and sliding. For children ages 8 and up, the Adventure House offers group cooking, arts and crafts, Nintendo Switch (in cold weather), foosball, air hockey, as well as a soccer field, beach volleyball and basketball courts, and a ping-pong table.
Information and special offers for barbecuing are available at the front desk. You can also rent barbecue kotas (barbecue huts): small kotas for up to 8 people, large kotas for up to 20 people. BBQ packages are also available for booking. For information and prices, call extension 8000 at the front desk.