German Volcano Route
Mighty volcanoes and magical maars - experience the fascination of geological history in the Vulkaneifel.The German Volcano Road (Deutsche Vulkanstrasse) leads across the Eifel to a total of 39 selected geo-highlights of this unique volcanic landscape in Germany. Along the varied route there are maars, cinder cones, lava flows, domes, calderas and countless bubbling mineral springs to be admired. Fascinating the geological, volcanological and cultural-historical sights - interesting and entertaining the geomuseums and visitor mines, where you can discover the secrets of the genesis of Germany's youngest volcanic landscape and gain insights into the life of and with the stones.
The Vulkaneifel has been part of the UNESCO Global Geoparks since November 2015.
The German Volcano Road makes it possible to experience:
- Discover geological history;
- Observe natural phenomena up close;
- Geology presented in a generally understandable and exciting way.
Type of route: Holiday route
Topics: Volcanism, geo-heritage, nature, stone culture
Start/Destination: Am Erntekreuz, Maria Laach / Gesteinfalte, Manderscheid
Length: 289 km
Federal State: Rhineland Palatinate
Holiday Regions: Vulkaneifel
There is a lot to do to the left and right of the German Volcanic Road: Whether swimming in the volcanic lake, cycling and mountain biking, visiting a volcano museum, stonemason courses or hiking on the geo-routes - for all interest groups, from the sporty ambitious to those seeking tranquility, the volcanic landscape holds Experience spaces ready.
Starting at the Laacher See, created by the most powerful volcanic eruption in Central Europe since the end of the last Ice Age, through the basalt quarries near Mayen to the maar area of the West Eifel with the famous Dauner Maars and the youngest volcano in Germany, the Ulmener Maar, the accompanying information centers hold and local information about geological information as well as the diverse tourist offer. Because in addition to learning to understand the enormous forces from the interior of the earth, relaxation and enjoyment in the hotels, guesthouses, guest houses, campsites and restaurants are also part of the stay along the German Volcano Road.
Benedictine Abbey Maria Laach
The Abbey Church of Maria Laach is one of the best preserved and outstanding Romanesque buildings in Germany. This is mainly due to the fact that the abbey church was almost completely spared from later renovations. The monastery was built in the 11th century and some of the local Laacher tuff was used.
Hiking trails
The region around the German Volcano Road has opened up the volcanic landscape with themed hiking trails. Volcanism and geological history always play a central role. The hiking trails lead to the maar lakes, over the volcanic mountains and into old chimneys - without any danger, because the volcanic activity has taken a break. The "cave path" in Brohltal, the "dream path Booser Maar" or the "volcanic experience path" in Strohn are just three examples of volcanic hiking experiences. Further information on local tourist information or guided hikes can be found at
Cold water geyser Andernach
A spectacular sight in the region is the Andernach cold water geyser - the largest of its kind in the world. You can only get there by taking a short boat tour across the Rhine. Allow around 2.5-3 hours for the visit.
Route guidance with parking space information
This information is a service offer from ALPINE in cooperation with FERIENSTRASSEN.INFO 
Brohltal
Kapellenstraße 12
D-56651 Niederzissen
GERMAN VOLCANO ROUTE
