Best natural monuments around Dockweiler include a diverse landscape featuring waterfalls, volcanic maars, and historical viewpoints. This region offers opportunities to explore unique geological formations such as ancient caves and crater lakes. Visitors can discover a variety of natural features, from the dynamic Dreimühlen Waterfall to panoramic views from the Dronke Tower. The area provides a rich environment for appreciating natural history and scenic beauty.
Last updated: June 24, 2026
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The so-called Dreimühlen waterfall is also known as the Nohn waterfall. The name Nohn waterfall comes from the waterfall's proximity to the town of Nohn. The houses on the outskirts of Nohn are only a few hundred meters above the waterfall. Most people talk about the Dreimühlen waterfall, however. The name Dreimühlen comes from a former castle called Dreimühlen. Today, however, only the remains of the walls are said to remain. We looked for the former castle on our trip, but couldn't find anything of it. The waterfall in the Eifel is located between the towns of Üxheim, Kerpen and Nohn. Although the other large towns in the Eifel are not located here, many visitors come here. Some of them travel especially to visit the waterfall. The Dreimühlen waterfall is one of the most visited Eifel attractions. Almost every holidaymaker in the area comes to the waterfall at least once during their Eifel vacation. In addition, many day tourists travel from outside, making it the most visited waterfall in the Eifel. They all want to see the unique natural wonder.
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Nice view with markers for orientation. The tower, which was built in 1902, is only 11m high, but stands on top of the 560m high Mauseberg and is thus 166m above the Gemünder Maar, guaranteeing a magnificent view of the surrounding area.
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Beautiful view with an information board for orientation. The tower, built in 1902, is only eleven meters high, but stands at the top of the 560-meter-high Mäuseberg and is thus 166 meters above the Gemünder Maar. This guarantees a magnificent view over the surrounding area.
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A section of the Eifelsteig long-distance hiking trail runs right through the Dauner Maare. Very nice path past the witnesses of the volcanic past of the Eifel. https://www.eifelsteig.de/
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The hiking car park and the hiking map with an overview of the various routes are located at the Waldcafe. This is a great place to start your tour and enjoy a coffee at the end.
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Very beautiful Maar, more than 100m deep embedded in the "crater", the smallest of the three Dauner Maare offers a beautiful outdoor pool and the opportunity to explore the volcanic lake by boat. The forest café and the starting point for numerous hikes and tours are also located at the car park.
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"If you come on foot from the Weinfelder Maar via the Eifelsteig hiking trail, the view from above opens up onto the Maar 150 meters below - a breathtaking scenery in dark blue and fresh green. In autumn the forest seems to glow colorfully, between leaves and wood fascinating mushrooms thrive. With around 7 hectares of water, the Gemündener Maar is the smallest of the three famous Eifel eyes - the Dauner Maare, created by volcanic activity. It is also embedded deepest in the volcanic landscape around Daun at 406 meters above sea level. The clear water looks deep, but it doesn't reach the bottom at 39 meters. The Dronketurm vantage point, which is named after Adolf Dronke, the founder of the Eifel Association, offers a unique view of both the Gemündener Maar and the neighboring Weinfelder Maar. On the Maarschaukel you can admire the Maar from above and let your legs dangle. The maar with its reed zones and rooted flat banks can also be discovered by boat. Fish will only show up with a lot of luck, because the low nutrient content makes the water livable for only a few species. Fishing and boating are among the water sports that bring fun and joy to the Gemündener Maar in summer. But swimmers also get their money's worth. Swimming is permitted in the Gemündener Maar natural swimming pool. Visitors can dive headfirst into the cool water from the diving board. Bathing fun is also guaranteed for the little ones. A baby pool and a non-swimmer pool are available. The children can also climb on the small climbing wall or dig in the sandpit." https://www.eifel.info/a-gemuendener-maar
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The trail leads to the 'Buchenloch Cave' which lies at the far edge of the Munterley Plateau. This was created 1.8 million years ago from a millimeter-wide crack in the rock massif and was used by people in the Neolithic Age 300,000 years ago.
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The most popular natural monuments in the Dockweiler region include the Dreimühlen Waterfall, known for its unique growth through limescale deposits, and the Dronke Tower on the Mäuseberg, which offers panoramic views over the volcanic maars. Visitors also highly appreciate the View of the Gemünden maar, a beautiful crater lake.
Yes, several natural monuments around Dockweiler are suitable for families. The Dreimühlen Waterfall is a small and pleasant spot for a rest. The View of the Gemünden maar and the Schalkenmehrener Maar are also considered family-friendly, offering opportunities for swimming, boat rentals, and easy walks around the lakes.
The Dockweiler region is characterized by its volcanic landscape. You can explore unique geological formations such as volcanic maars (crater lakes) like the Gemünden maar and Schalkenmehrener Maar. There are also fascinating waterfalls like the Dreimühlen Waterfall and historical caves such as the Buchenloch Cave.
Yes, some natural monuments also have historical significance. The Dronke Tower on the Mäuseberg is a viewpoint that also serves as a monument to the founder of the Eifel Club. The Buchenloch Cave is a natural monument where tools and animal bones from the Ice Age were found during excavations in the 19th century.
The area around Dockweiler offers various outdoor activities, especially cycling. You can find numerous routes for touring bicycles, gravel biking, and road cycling. For example, there are moderate touring bicycle routes like the 'Dreis-Brück Reservoir – Litters Organic Bakery loop' and challenging gravel biking routes such as the 'View of the Schalkenmehrener Maar – Weinfelder Maar loop'. You can find more details and routes in the Cycling around Dockweiler guide, the Gravel biking around Dockweiler guide, and the Road Cycling Routes around Dockweiler guide.
Yes, the natural monuments are often integrated into hiking networks. For instance, a section of the Eifelsteig long-distance hiking trail runs past the Dauner Maare, offering beautiful paths through the volcanic landscape. The Schalkenmehrener Maar also has a very beautiful circular path around it. The railway line near the Dreimühlen Waterfall has been converted into a cycling and hiking trail.
Visitors frequently praise the unique natural phenomena, such as the 'growing' Dreimühlen Waterfall. The panoramic views from the Dronke Tower on the Mäuseberg over the volcanic maars are also highly appreciated. The clear waters of the maars, like the Gemünden maar, and the opportunity to explore ancient caves like Buchenloch Cave, are also highlights for many.
The Buchenloch Cave is freely accessible and about 30 meters long. It is recommended to bring a flashlight to explore the interior, as there is no artificial light. Please note that the cave should not be entered between October 1st and March 31st to avoid disturbing bats during their hibernation.
Yes, you can swim in some of the maars. The Gemünden maar, for example, has an outdoor pool and allows swimming, with a diving platform available. You can also rent boats there. The Schalkenmehrener Maar is another popular spot for water activities.
Yes, for mountain bikers seeking a challenge, there are very beautiful but steep paths leading up to the Dronke Tower on the Mäuseberg. From the tower, you are rewarded with a wonderful view over the maars. The region's volcanic terrain offers varied and demanding trails for experienced riders.
The Dreimühlen Waterfall is unique because it is an artificial waterfall that 'grows' through limescale deposits. It was created through the construction of a railway line by merging streams, making it a fascinating example of how human intervention can lead to new natural phenomena.
Absolutely. The Dronke Tower on the Mäuseberg provides an excellent panoramic view over the wide volcanic landscape of the Eifel, including direct views of the Gemündener Maar. Additionally, walking over the plateau near the Dronke Tower offers impressive views of the Weinfelder Maar.


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