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Perlenbach Dam – Hedge Archway in Höfen loop from Unteres Perlenbachtal mit den Felsbildungen der Teufelsley, Engelsley, Bromelsley und Pferdeley

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Germany

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Städteregion Aachen

Monschau

Perlenbach Dam – Hedge Archway in Höfen loop from Unteres Perlenbachtal mit den Felsbildungen der Teufelsley, Engelsley, Bromelsley und Pferdeley

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Perlenbach Dam – Hedge Archway in Höfen loop from Unteres Perlenbachtal mit den Felsbildungen der Teufelsley, Engelsley, Bromelsley und Pferdeley

01:12

4.27km

90m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 22, 2026

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Naturpark Hohes Venn-Eifel

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Parking

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274 m

Entrance to Eifel National Park from Tor Höfen Car Park via Dandelion Meadows

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At the beginning the path is a bit boring, but later it gets really good

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979 m

Perlenbach Dam

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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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1.08 km

Viewpoint With Benches Overlooking the Lake

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In summer a wonderful resting place with a view towards the dam.

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View of the Perlenbach Reservoir from the relaxation benches

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

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1.14 km

Small stream in Naturpark Hohes Venn-Eifel

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the right weather for it.

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1.14 km

Small Waterfall

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2.96 km

Hedge Archway in Höfen

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Typical hedge in the area.
Interesting information can be found along the hedge path 🤣 in and around Höfen.

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4.06 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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4.27 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.35 km

765 m

752 m

213 m

159 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.14 km

1.34 km

503 m

232 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (550 m)

Lowest point (470 m)

Weather

Friday 10 July

28°C

14°C

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Perlenbach Dam – Hedge Archway in Höfen loop from Unteres Perlenbachtal mit den Felsbildungen der Teufelsley, Engelsley, Bromelsley und Pferdeley

Entrance to Eifel National Park from Tor Höfen Car Park via Dandelion Meadows

Perlenbach Dam

Viewpoint With Benches Overlooking the Lake

View of the Perlenbach Reservoir from the relaxation benches

Small stream in Naturpark Hohes Venn-Eifel

Small Waterfall

Hedge Archway in Höfen

National Park Gate Höfen

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