Eifelleiter_hohenleimbachhoheacht, © TI Hocheifel-Nürburgring,Kappest
  • Distance: 11 km
  • Duration: 1:30 h
  • Difficulty: medium

Hiking tip | Day hike on the EIFELLEITER | Hohe Acht and Kaiser-Wilhelm-Turm

Adenau

A wonderfully comfortable bus ride to the highest point in the Eifel, the Hohe Acht, with fantastic views from the Kaiser Wilhelm Tower and then a leisurely downhill ride to the tranquil town of Adenau.

First, take bus no. 815 from Adenau's market square to the Jammelshofen/Kaiser-Wilhelm-Turm junction.

Just behind the Hohe Acht mountain hotel, the route takes you just 1 km to the highest point in the Eifel, the Kaiser Wilhelm Tower on the Hohe Acht. The tower offers a spectacular panoramic view of the marvellous volcanic Eifel landscape. Pause for a moment and enjoy, let your gaze wander into the distance and take a deep breath. The climb to the tower is rewarded with marvellous views over the Eifel landscape. The imposing basalt formations at the foot of the tower bear witness to the volcanic past of this hilltop.

The path continues through marvellous forest passages of pure nature. The Eifel ladder leads steadily downhill to the lively town of Adenau. Shortly before the destination, the Adenau Way of the Cross, a cultural monument and place of contemplation, impresses with its uniqueness.
Once you reach your destination, the historic town centre of Adenau with its picturesque half-timbered houses and cosy restaurants and cafés is the perfect place to end your taster tour.

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Along the route

Hohe Acht and Kaiser-Wilhelm-Turm

Aussichtsplattform Kaisers-Wilhelm-Turm, © Eifel Tourismus GmbH, D. Ketz
The Kaiser-Wilhelm-Turm was erected on the mountain Hohe Acht, at an altitude of 747 metres. Details ansehen

Historic centre of Adenau

Marktplatz Häuserzeile, © Stadt Adenau
Historical marketplace of AdenauIn addition to examples of old timbered houses, this is also where you will find Adenau’s oldest house dating from the year 1630. Details ansehen

Stations of the Cross | Neo-gothic Kreuzweg Adenau

Entrance to the Adenauer Way of the Cross with two stone angels, © kappest
The historic Way of the Cross is also signposted as a circular route from the historic market square and the route then has a total length of approx. 1.8 km. Details ansehen

Restaurant in the Hotel Blaue Ecke

Marktbrunnen am Restaurant Blaue Ecke, © Stadt Adenau
Restaurant Blaue Ecke – “The right place for body and soul…” Welcome to the famous Blaue Ecke restaurant, dating as far back as 1578. Here, guests still enjoy the restaurant’s hospitality for centuries. Details ansehen

Gästehaus Kunststiftung Bernhard Müller-Feyen

Guesthouse, © Michael Bauer
Modern cottage in art garden! Our guest house is located exclusively in the sculpture garden. You will enjoy an extraordinary ambience equipped with drawings and pictures by Bernhard Müller-Feyen. The sculpture garden with its monumental original sculptures is immediately adjacent to the spacious terrace. The sculpture garden is within walking distance of the city center of Adenau with its cafes, restaurants and shops. It is also just a few minutes' walk to the Nordschleife of the Nürburgring. Details ansehen

Ferienwohnung Eifelwild

Ferienwohnung EIFELWILD, © Schäfer|Ferienwohnung EIFELWILD|Adenau
On about 60 qm you will find a new apartment.There are a double bedroom and a large living room with a sofa bed available for up to 2 people.The spacious modern kitchen is fully equipped with a large dining table in the living room. The apartment has a terrace. You can also use the garden. Details ansehen

Hotel Blaue Ecke

Bar, © Hotel Blaue Ecke
Home away from Home! That´s what we would like to offer you. Come in and have a look. We are sure that you will like it. The hotel offer you a special joining of tradition and lifestyle There are offer rooms in our historical part of the hotel and in the modern new part, which we finnished 2007. In total we have 28 rooms in different classes. It accommodate something for enthusiasts of nostalgic buidlings, for romantic lover, enthusiasts of racing sport, nature lover, guests who are looking for fittness and fun, business guests and motobiker. Details ansehen
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More information about this route

Start: Adenau Markt

Destination: Adenau Markt

Distance: 11 km

Duration: 1:30 h

Difficulty: medium

Ascent: 173 m

Descent: 483 m

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Tourist-Information Hocheifel-Nürburgring

Kirchstraße 15 - 19
53518 Adenau
Phone: +492691305122

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