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Bitburg
Bitburg is a very old town. In Roman times, it lies on the Trier – Cologne road (Trier–Kölnerstrasse) and was indicated on Roman maps as Beda Vicus.
The walls of the late Roman fortress are partially preserved. A round walk map can be obtained at the tourism office that shows you the Roman history of Bitburg.
Nowadays, Bitburg is a modern town. (10 mi / 16 km) |
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Prüm
Prüm lies in a mountain region on a height of between 1411 and 1935 ft (430 and 590 m). The town scene is dominated by the Benedictine abbey from the 18th century.
Since the abbey was build in 721 AD, Prüm has known many highs and lows, like the Viking attack or the World War. Prüm was rebuild several times and is currently a vibrant town. (20 mi / 33 km) |
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Monschau
Monschau is a small historical city. The lowest point of the city lies 260 ft (420 m) above sea level. Monschau lies in the narrow and deep valley of the Ruhr,
2.5 mi (4 km) from the Belgium border. Monschau is visited yearly by 1.6 million tourists because it's build between the hills and has many half-timbered houses and small shopping streets
which creates a nostalgic appearance. Many places of interest can be found. (61 mi / 98 km)
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Daun
The cosy town Daun is situated on a mountain in the middle of the Vulcan Eifel. On the summit of the mountain lies the centuries-old castle that now harbours a hotel/restaurant.
Surrounding the castle, several friendly shopping streets and restaurants can be found. If there is enough snow, Daun offers winter sport possibilities. (21 mi / 34 km) |
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Kronenburg
The medieval village Kronenburg lies high in the mountains, where you can find small streets and old stairs. Many characteristic houses and an old city wall with a 16th century church can be visited.
Also, there is a ruin of a 13th century castle. The man-made lake 'Kronenburger See' lies a bit further in the valley. (35 mi / 56 km) (56 km) |
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Blankenheim
Blankenheim lies in the woody narrow valley of the 'young' Ahr. The old buildings and half-timbered houses create a cosy atmosphere and a nice sight.
The castle of Blankenheim was build in the 12th century. The counts of Blankenheim were one of the most powerful of the Eifel before the French revolution came.
However, the male lineage of the family died in 1780. (44 mi / 71 km)
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Monreal
The name Monreal comes from "Mons regalis" (kings mountain) and is for the first time mentioned in 1229. In 1306, Montreal received city rights but took till 1642 before the market rights were received.
There were constant conflicts between the counts of Monreal and Trier. The castle "Löwenstein" was destroyed in 1632 by the Swedish and in the 1689 by the French troops. In the 17th century a linen industry was developed.
Since the 1930s Monreal is appreciated for it's beauty. (46 mi / 74 km) |
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Bad Münstereifel
Bad Münstereifel has a beautiful defensive wall surrounding the medieval town centre. This romantic town draws many tourists. Most places of interest are in or around the main street,
with in the middle a stream that flows through the bedding of the old fortifications. There are many lovely shops and restaurants with terraces. (53 mi / 85 km) |
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Trier
Trier is the oldest city in Germany. The task to build the city was given by the Roman emperor Augustus in the year 16 BC. The Porta Nigra is a gate in the Roman city wall of Trier that is made of sandstone.
During the years the sandstone changed in colour due to the weather, giving it the name. There are impressive buildings from Roman times, like the Kaiserthermen or the amphitheatre, but also the old fishermen's neighbourhood is worth a visit. (28 mi / 45 km) |
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Luxembourg (city)
The city Luxembourg is one of the richest in Europe. The city is important for it's international banking centre but is also visited by many tourists.
The old city with the Old Quarters and Fortifications became part of the UNESCO World Heritage in 1994. In the city centre the Fort Thüngen and Petrusse are worth a visit. (51 mi / 82 km) |
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Bernkastel Kues
Experience the inevitable atmosphere of this picturesque old town full of stories and culture. The centre of Bernkastel counts many half-timbered houses.
The renaissance town hall dates from 1608. Above Bernkastel lies the ruin of Burg Landshut. Kues is known as the birthplace of the 15th century scholar Nicolas of Cusa.
On the shore of the Moselle stands the late Gothic St. Nikolaus-Hospital. (28 mi / 45 km)
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Traben Trarbach
Above Trarbach towers the 'Grevenburg' , the remains of a castle that was blown up by the French in 1735. Little remains of the medieval town after raging
fires in 1761 and 1857. On both sides of the Moselle there are no half-timbered houses left due to these fires. Especially in Traben, you will find 'modern' architectural styles like Jugendstil (Art Nouveau). (35 mi / 56 km)
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