Photos of Monschau

Photos of the Eifel region

Activities in Monschau

• Christmas market: Monschau’s number 1 tourist attraction (safe for its great nature and idyllic alleys) is the Christmas market. Celebrate the end of the year in a fairytale-like and heartwarming coziness.
• Concerts in the keep: The keep that towers above Monschau sometimes acts as the backdrop for (classical) concerts. Keep an eye on the Monschau calendar to check if you might be able to enjoy these spectacles during your stay.
• The Red House: This famous 18th century baroque house belonged to a noble family of tailors, whose creations were worn by French kings and Turkish sultans. Now this iconic Monschauer building is a perfectly preserved window into the past, and definitely worth a visit.
• Town train: Why discover the town on foot when you can take the town train to discover Monschau and its history at the same time? The ride lasts for half an hour and end on a high note (literally) at the keep, from which you have a fantastic view over the Haller ruin.
• Want to discover more? Then visit the page of Tourism Monschau for a complete list of all museums and sights that Monschau has to offer.

Activities around Monschau

• Eifelsteig: (through Monschau) The Eifelsteig is the most famous hiking trail of the Eiffel area. A little under 200 miles ((), divided across 15 stages, will take you along rocks, water, dams, keeps, etc ...
• Vennbahn: (through Monschau) For cycling enthusiasts we have the Vennbahn: a cycling route of 75 miles that crosses Belgium, Germany (Monschau) and Luxembourg.
• Eifel National Park: (6 miles from Monschau) This piece of unadulterated nature covers 70 square miles. You might spot rare animals (such as the regional Eifel tiger-cat and the black stork), test your traverse challenging hiking trails or take a relaxing stroll through nature.
• Rursee: (10 miles from Monschau) The Rursee is the largest artificial lake in Germany, and is ideal for hikers and hobby fishermen (provided that you have the proper licenses) alike. Take a tour on a boat and enjoy the gorgeous landscapes.
• Vogelsang: (15 miles from Monschau) This former military base (located at the centre of the Eifel National Park) now serves as a star park: feel free to enjoy the open skies at night and marvel at the galaxy and its many stars.
• Wildlife park Hellenthal: (13 miles from Monschau) The wildlife park in Hellenthal houses a variety of animals and bird shows, and has a train to take you through the park.