Impressive trass caves on the Traumpfad cave and gorge trail, © Eifel Tourismus GmbH, Dominik Ketz
  • Distance: 12.2 km
  • Duration: 3:30 h
  • Difficulty: medium

Traumpfad Höhlen- und Schluchtensteig

Andernach-Kell

After starting at the parking lot on the K 57 near Andernach-Kell, the first panoramic view opens up on the Traumpfad Höhlen- und Schluchtensteig towards Pöntertal. Field paths lead through the wide meadows with ever-changing views past gnarled fruit trees to the descent into the idyllic Krayerbach valley. The hike leads steeply uphill to the Schützenhaus, shortly after which it is worth taking a detour to the "Schweppenburgblick" viewpoint.
The trail passes under a viaduct and finally leads through the large accessible trass caves. The trass was formed when the Laacher See volcano erupted around 13,000 years ago and was used to build houses. The caves were left behind.
Then we head into the Wolfsschlucht gorge. The overgrown rocks here look like a small jungle, you can see bubbling springs in the stream bed and there is even a waterfall. A little further on, you come to the Roman spring from which water containing CO2 and a slight smell of sulphur gushes out.

The hiking trail turns into a quiet side valley and then along an ascending forest path to a high plateau, which reveals the impressive "Siebengebirgsblick" view back to the starting point.

Tip: The trail is well frequented. For those who appreciate peace and quiet, we recommend the hike during the week.

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Along the route

Wolfsschlucht

Wandern in der Wolfsschlucht, © Kappest/Vulkanregion Laacher See

The wild and romantic Wolfsschlucht invites you to take a trip.

The Tönissteiner Bach, which rises shortly after the village of Wassenach, first passes idyllically situated trout ponds, only to plunge several meters straight behind it and then meander wildly to find its way through volcanic ash to the Brohlbach.

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Trasshöhlen

Trasshöhlen erkunden, © Eifel Tourismus GmbH/Dominik Ketz

The sky in the Brohl valley darkened when the Laacher See volcano erupted just five kilometers away.

 The once loose materials from the glowing avalanche have caked over time to form a rock that is called “trass” in our region.

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Restaurant Vulkan Waldfrieden

Außenansicht, © S. Hilger

The Waldfrieden restaurant is located on the edge of Lake Laach, in the middle of a unique hiking paradise. The restaurant offers fresh cuisine with regional ingredients.

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Schloss Burgbrohl

Restaurant innen, © Walter Müller

Framed by historic rubble stone walls and bright modernity, Brule’s gourmet restaurant leaves no culinary wishes unfulfilled. Here, each course is finely tuned to the next, and seasonal delicacies create an absolute taste experience. Accompanied by perfectly matched wines, mainly from the surrounding wine regions of Ahr, Mosel, and Mittelrhein, the evening becomes an event of good taste.

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Schloss Hotel Burgbrohl

Hausansicht, © Schloss Burgbrohl GmbH

Experience moments of enjoyment at Burgbrohl Castle

Explore the dream paths of the Vulkaneifel region around Lake Laach or experience the legendary Rhine romance in the castle-rich UNESCO World Heritage Upper Middle Rhine Valley. Burgbrohl Castle, as a four-star castle hotel, is the ideal starting point for your day trips. Amidst the historic castle walls, you will find stylish rooms, first-class seasonal cuisine, and an excellent spa. After delightful excursions, enjoy refreshing drinks on the castle terrace with panoramic views and delicious delicacies in the rustic cozy castle tavern or in the exquisite gourmet restaurant by Brule. End the day with a stroll through the castle park or a visit to our Castellum SPA. Taking a little break here to relax is easy in the retreats of the wellness area, which features an outdoor sauna, rooftop terrace, and infrared cabin. Baroque architecture meets modern comfort here: Create your own castle moments at Burgbrohl Castle and enjoy your personal castle time.

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Landgasthaus Rothbrust

Country inn Rothbrust

The hotel is located directly on the route of the Vulkan-Express.
Barbecue evenings, fish dinners and a la carte meals on request.

Modern guest rooms with shower/WC and balcony.
Social rooms with open fireplace. Breakfast buffet.

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More information about this route

Distance: 12.2 km

Duration: 3:30 h

Difficulty: medium

Ascent: 405 m

Descent: 405 m

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