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HeimatSpur Erlebnisweg Achterhöhe – GesundLand Vulkaneifel

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Cochem-Zell

Lutzerath

HeimatSpur Erlebnisweg Achterhöhe – GesundLand Vulkaneifel

Moderate

4.5

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307

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HeimatSpur Erlebnisweg Achterhöhe – GesundLand Vulkaneifel

01:48

5.38km

110m

Hiking

The hike starts with the descent into the valley, which offers a wonderful view of the surrounding area. The unique view down into the Üssbachtal complements the hiking experience. On the Eifelblick “Achterhöhe” a bench invites you to enjoy the panorama. Get to know the natural wet biotopes. This tour…

by GesundLand Vulkaneifel

Last updated: June 3, 2024

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Achterhöhe Chapel

Highlight • Religious Site

A beautiful 18th-century chapel, also known as the "Hammes wayside shrine," stands on the so-called Clay Hill. It is located not only on the Achterhöhe Adventure Trail but also on the Eifel Camino.

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2.93 km

Achterhöhe Skywalk (Siebenbach View)

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Skywalk is really a successful viewing platform. You can walk about ten meters over the slope. High railings, solid floors and no vibrations make the Skywalk pleasant to walk …

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4.52 km

Drei Eichen Hut & Wetland Biotope

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Grill hut with lots of benches and tables as well as a huge forest playground with great swings and climbing equipment. You will also find the wet biotope experience point …

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5.38 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.72 km

311 m

186 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.53 km

1.22 km

509 m

Elevation

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Highest point (430 m)

Lowest point (350 m)

Weather

Friday 17 July

23°C

13°C

57 %

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Comments

March 12, 2022,Lutzerath: Erlebnisweg Achterhöhe (Heimatspuren Eifel)

ich-geh-wandern.de/erlebnisweg-achterhoehe-heimatspuren-eifel

"At around 5.4 kilometers long, this trail isn't much more than a long walk, but it's still a worthwhile choice in terms of scenery and views. In return, the length also means that families with children can enjoy it A playground and boards, which lead through the flora and fauna of the volcanic Eifel, are specifically aimed at them.The …

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October 27, 2024,HeimatSpur Erlebnisweg Achterhöhe – GesundLand Vulkaneifel 5⭐

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Nature

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Sights

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Panorama

✅✅✅✅☑️

Field/Forest/Meadows/Paths

☑️☑️☑️☑️☑️

Refreshment/rest area

✅✅✅✅☑️

Variety

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November 15, 2022,HeimatSpur Erlebnisweg Achterhöhe November 2022

komoot.com/de-de/collection/1053931/-auf-den-spuren-von-natur-und-geschichte-heimatspuren-in-der-vulkaneifel

I've already walked this HeimatSpur once in early summer and found it very beautiful back then (komoot.de/tour/281183942).

Now, there are no rolling fields of grain on the route, but plenty of panoramic views, beautiful forest sections, and deep stream valleys that always remind me of the forces of nature.

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August 18, 2024,Kinderwanderung in der Eifel: Heimatspur Erlebnisweg Achterhöhe.

Eifel finale with a short circular hike around the Achterhöhe with a spectacular viewpoint high above the winding Üssbach valley. ⛰️💦🥾
And if anyone is looking for their "item of clothing", it's hanging here! 😅☝🏼(Picture 6)
But now, last stop ahead:
Go Westerwald... 🌅
... and then finally back home to our beautiful Northern Black Forest! 🌲♥️⛰️

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January 12, 2025,HeimatSpur Achterhöhe

A nice short walk that is worth doing after work. We had hoped for a little better from the condition of the path, but it doesn't matter, the main thing is that it's outside.

There are lots of wide paths, beautiful views and a small skywalk with a view of the valley. Shortly before the end of the walk, there …

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April 23, 2026,Heimatspur Erlebnisweg Achterhöhe (K)

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Actually, it was supposed to be my final tour after three successful hiking days before heading home!!! (Actually) & (Was supposed to).

I didn't want to walk too much and a short tour "should" suffice.

It started with 1.1 km of asphalt, then gravel paths, a short stretch of nice forest floor, then ground churned up by work equipment, …

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September 6, 2025,HeimatSpur Erlebnisweg Achterhöhe

Unfortunately, the adventure trail turned out to be a flop. The only highlight was the viewing platform, nothing else.

But we then drove along the panoramic road towards Cochem. The view from the top is beautiful.

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April 27, 2025,Erlebnisweg Achterhöhe

Our first short walk today takes us along the Achterhöhe adventure trail. We park very close to the viewing platform. We reach it after about 400 meters through sparse forest. Here we enjoy a magnificent view of the Uessbach Valley. A comfortable bench is a great place to take a break and unwind. But we don't need a break just …

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April 22, 2021

The hike starts with the descent into the valley, which offers a wonderful view of the surrounding area. The unique view down into the Üssbachtal complements the hiking experience. On the Eifelblick “Achterhöhe” a bench invites you to enjoy the panorama. Get to know the natural wet biotopes. This tour

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HeimatSpur Erlebnisweg Achterhöhe – GesundLand Vulkaneifel

Achterhöhe Chapel

Achterhöhe Skywalk (Siebenbach View)

Drei Eichen Hut & Wetland Biotope

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