Section 2

On the second section of the hike you will cover 20.5 kilometres from Simmerath-Einruhr to Schleiden-Gemünd:

• The National Park Information Point and hikers' refuge in Einruhr (start).
• Here, narrow paths along the steep slopes around the Obersee reservoir exude a natural tranquillity.
• Enjoy the view from the Urft dam, once Europe’s largest.
• Visit the deserted village of Wollseifen.
• Visit the former Nazi training centre, Vogelsang. It is possible to take a tour here with certified guides who will give you an insight into Vogelsang’s military past.
• You can admire a beautiful view over the Urft and Gemünd from the Kickley viewing point.
• From the Eifel viewing point "Modenhübel" there is a panoramic view over the Kermeter hills.
• The National Park Gate in Gemünd (end).

Tips for a lazy day off in Schleiden-Gemünd

(Tips for Simmerath-Einruhr are to be found under Section 1):

• Visit the free exhibition at the National Park Gate in Gemünd on "Gnarled oaks, brightly coloured woodpeckers and the thrilling history and tales of the forest".
• Take a refreshing dip in the "Rosenfreibad" open-air swimming pool.
• The art gallery displays the works of artists from the Eifel region.

Eifel National Park hosts for hikers in Gemünd and surroundings

• Café-Restaurant „Zum alten Rathaus“, Gemünd
• Hotel-Restaurant „Haus Salzberg“, Gemünd
• Holiday flats „Salzberg“, Gemünd
• Hotel-Restaurant „Kermeterschänke“, Schleiden-Wolfgarten (ca. 3 km)
• holiday flats "Eifel zu Pferd", Schleiden-Wintzen (ca. 5 km)
• Guest house "Im Tal 18", Hellenthal-Reiferscheid (ca. 12 km)