Viewpoints | Lake Laach | Vacation in the volcano region

Two hikers are looking from a mountain at a picturesque landscape. In the background, forests and a small lake can be seen. — Copyright: Kappest/Vulkanregion Laacher See

Englisch Panoramic view from the Teufelskanzel. The Teufelskanzel is a rocky outcrop south of the Laacher See with a fabulous view of the Neuwied basin.

An aerial view of a wooded hill surrounded by fields and meadows. The sky is clear with some clouds. — Copyright: Vulkanregion Laacher See

The Bausenberg is still the best preserved horseshoe crater in the Eifel!There is a wide variety of different types of biotopes on the crater and its wall. The Niederzissen local mountain offers well over 500 plant species and an animal world with more than 5,000 different species that are protected by nature.

A medieval castle on a hill, surrounded by colorful autumn forest. The castle has a tall tower and offers a beautiful view of the landscape. — Copyright: S.Mahlow

Olbrück Castle is located in the middle of the magnificent volcanic area of the Eifel. The geological dimension of volcanism and the cultural-historical dimension of the Middle Ages collide here and become tangible at Olbrück Castle!

A couple stands at a viewpoint and looks out over a large gravel pit. The surroundings are green, with forests in the background and a clear skyline. — Copyright: Kappest/VG Pellenz

The Eppelsberg offers a unique window into the volcanic history of the Eastern Eifel as well as deep insights into the structure of a cinder block gel volcano.

A tall observation tower stands under a clear, cloudy sky. Surrounded by trees, it offers an impressive view upward. — Copyright: Kappest/Remet

About 50 m northwest of the mountain top of the 560 m high mountain "Gänsehals" stands the Gänsehalsturm, a 74 m high radio tower, which also serves as a viewing tower.

A lookout tower stands surrounded by trees, overlooking a tranquil lake and gentle hills in the background. The sun sets behind the mountains, illuminating the scene. — Copyright: Eifel Tourismus GmbH, D. Ketz

The Lydia tower near Wassenach / Laacher See offers a wonderful view of the Laacher See area.

A group of hikers is walking along a path to reach a lookout tower. The surroundings are characterized by trees and sunny weather. — Copyright: Vulkanregion Laacher See

The observation tower on Weiselstein near Schalkenbach Nord offers a wonderful view over the juniper heath.

Viewpoints in the Laacher See Volcanic Region

"Teufelskanzel" Lookout Point

Bausenberg, Niederzissen

Olbrück Castle

Eppelsberg

Goose Neck Tower

Lydia Tower

Weiselstein Observation Tower