Copyright: Vulkanregion Laacher See, Klaus-Peter Kappest Copyright: Vulkanregion Laacher See, Klaus-Peter Kappest
Volcanic Sites in the Eastern Eifel
The volcanic attractions of the Eastern Eifel invite you to discover the fascinating world of volcanism up close—from impressive lava formations and interactive museums to exciting insights into the Earth’s history. Around the Laacher See volcanic region, you’ll experience nature, learning, and adventure in a unique way.
Lava Dome
At the Lava Dome, visitors can immerse themselves in the fascinating world of volcanism and experience the volcanic history of the Eastern Eifel up close in an interactive museum.
Lava Cellar
The Lava Cellars are an impressive underground tunnel system formed from former basalt lava quarries, offering a fascinating glimpse into the region’s volcanic history and centuries-old stonemasonry tradition.
Volcano Park Information Center
As the main information hub in the Volcano Park, the Information Center provides an overview of the park’s diverse geological and archaeological attractions.
Weibern Tuff Stone Center
The Weibern Tuffstone Center in the Eifel region offers a comprehensive look at the volcanic origins, historical quarrying, and diverse uses of Weibern tuffstone through its museum at the Stonemason’s Station, its display window, and its outdoor exhibition.
Meurin Roman Mine with the World of Ancient Technology
The Meurin Roman Mine is part of the largest Roman underground tuff quarry north of the Alps and is the archaeological highlight of the Volcano Park.
