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Städteregion Aachen

Perlenbach Dam – Perlenbach Dam loop from Monschau

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North Rhine-Westphalia

Städteregion Aachen

Perlenbach Dam – Perlenbach Dam loop from Monschau

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Perlenbach Dam – Perlenbach Dam loop from Monschau

01:47

6.43km

120m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Naturpark Hohes Venn-Eifel

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

1

491 m

Root-Covered Forest Trail in Naturpark Hohes Venn-Eifel

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The climb is already helpful with the poles

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1.35 km

Perlenbach Dam

Highlight • Lake

Here at the reservoir it is wonderfully quiet. In many places you have a beautiful view of the lake and the opposite side of the river.
The Perlenbachtalsperre is located …

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2.24 km

Small stream in Naturpark Hohes Venn-Eifel

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the right weather for it.

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2.30 km

View of the Perlenbach Reservoir from the relaxation benches

Highlight • Viewpoint

Just switch off and just enjoy the view over the lake (well over the dam).

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2.41 km

Perlenbach Dam

Highlight • Lake

From the 17th to the 19th century, freshwater pearl mussels were even farmed in the waters of the Perlenbach stream—hence its German name. From here, you have a magnificent view of the Perlenbach reservoir and the surrounding valleys.

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6

3.05 km

Forest path above the Perlenbach Reservoir

Highlight • Forest

The Perlenbach can be seen through the trees

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7

3.76 km

National Park Gate Höfen

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Here is one of the five national park gates. From here you can go on really attractive tours and find out more about the national park.

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6.43 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.16 km

1.31 km

489 m

389 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.56 km

1.55 km

880 m

311 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (550 m)

Lowest point (450 m)

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Monday 19 October

10°C

4°C

23 %

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