Eltzer Burgpanorama
Hike along the Mosel-Traumpfad Eltzer Burgpanorama (Eltz Castle Panorama Trail)
Marvellous views of the plains of the Mosel plateau and tranquil meadowlands along the bubbling Elzbach combine with a unique cultural monument: the castle per se – Eltz Castle!
Description of the Eltzer Burgpanorama
Directly after starting from the village’s community centre in Wierschem the hiker can already enjoy the vast open expanse of the Mosel plateau. The trail climbs continuously along natural footpaths, and there is the final reward of a magnificent view of the deep-cut Elzbach valley and the Pyrmont Castle. Soon further on through Count Eltz’s Forest the Elzbach is reached, meandering in countless bends. Later the path joins the Mosel Heights Trail which initially takes the hiker through valley meadowlands and finally on to a hill.
Crossing rough rocks there is a breathtaking view of the fairytale-like Eltz Castle, awaiting to be conquered over a stone bridge. After a trip back to the Middle Ages, the hiker plunges into splendid nature and marvels at the diverse nature of the river valley of the Elzbach and graceful crippled oak forests, bevore the Ringelstein Mill invites him to make a break. Refreshed, there is a magnificent but steep climb on which the hiker is repeatedly rewarded with beautiful views and which leads back on to the Mosel plateau.. Along the edge of the slope, past the Tholeisterhof, the trail continues into the tranquil valley of the Kern brook, which is followed by alternating woodland groves and open fields. Arriving again in Wierschem it is worth having a last look at the little St. Antony’s Chapel on the edge of the village.
Highlights of the Eltzer Burgpanorama
- Long distance view between Wierschem and Keldung
- Beautiful views from the Mosel plateau
- Tranquil Elzbach valley
- Ringelstein Mill
- The fairy-tale Eltz Castle
Impressions of the Eltzer Burgpanorama
How to get there
- A48 exit Polch
- L113 in the direction of Münstermaifeld
- via K33 to Wierschem
- Car park at the village community centre
Data about the Eltzer Burgpanorama
- Length: 12,6 km
- Height gain: 397 m
- Duration: 4 hours
Start
- 56294 Wierschem, Village Community Centre (In den Wiesen)
- Access: 56294 Wierschem, Car park Eltz Castle (parking fee)
- Access: 56254 Moselkern, Car park Ringelstein Mill (parking fee)
Public transport
- www.rmv-bus.de
- join the trail at the Ringelstein Mill: Regional rail from Koblenz to Moselkern
www.bahn.de - Service no. 330 Burgenbus (“Castle Bus”) at weekends and on public holidays; brochure can be downloaded here.
