Perlenbach-Fuhrtsbachtal

#4378 among destinations in Germany

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Perlenbach-Fuhrtsbachtal in the North Rhine-Westphalia region of Germany is a nature lover's paradise. This stunning nature preserve is located in the picturesque town of Monschau and offers visitors a chance to escape into the tranquility of the great outdoors. The area is characterized by lush greenery, rolling hills, and the gentle babbling of the Perlenbach and Fuhrtsbach streams, making it the perfect destination for hikers, birdwatchers, and nature enthusiasts.

The preserve is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and a wide array of bird species, making it a haven for animal lovers and photographers. Visitors can explore the area's many hiking trails that wind through the forested hills and along the crystal-clear streams, providing breathtaking views and opportunities for peaceful reflection. The Perlenbach-Fuhrtsbachtal is also a popular spot for picnicking, with numerous scenic spots to lay down a blanket and enjoy a meal amidst nature's beauty.

For those interested in the area's history, the nature preserve is also home to the ruins of an ancient castle, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the already enchanting landscape. The castle ruins offer a glimpse into the region's past and provide a unique backdrop for exploration and photography.

Local name: Naturschutzgebiet Perlenbach-Fuhrtsbachtal Area: 1.31 mi²Elevation: 1870 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 50°30'53"N, 6°15'23"E

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North Rhine-WestphaliaGermany

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Perlenbach-Fuhrtsbachtal – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Red House, Steling, Monschau Castle, Felsenkeller Brauereimuseum.

2.8 miN
Museum, Specialty museum
Red House, Monschau
73 min walk • The Red House in Monschau, North Rhine-Westphalia, is a former ancestral home of the Scheibler family of entrepreneurs and is now open to the public as a museum, presenting in particular bourgeois residential culture at the turn of the 18th and...
4.8 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Steling
123 min walk • The Steling is a mountain, 658.3 m above sea level on the High Fens plateau. The German-Belgian border runs 60 meters from the mountaintop. The closest borderpoint near the summit is also the highest point in the municipal region of Aachen.
2.8 miN
Hostel, Forts and castles
Monschau Castle, Monschau
71 min walk • Monschau Castle is a castle in the eponymous town of Monschau in the southern part of the Region of Aachen in Germany. It is used today as a youth hostel and in summer as a venue for concerts and operas.
2.8 miN
50°33'11"N • 6°14'3"E
Felsenkeller Brauereimuseum, Monschau
72 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum
2.8 miN
50°33'17"N • 6°14'27"E
Evangelische Stadtkirche Monschau, Monschau
73 min walk • Sacred and religious sites, Church
5 miE
Protected moorlands with rare flora
High Fens – Eifel Nature Park
128 min walk • The German-Belgian High Fens – Eifel Nature Park, often called the North Eifel Nature Park, is a cross-border nature park with elements in the German federal states of North Rhine-Westphalia and Rhineland-Palatinate as well as the Belgian province of Liège. It has a total area of 2,485 km2.
2.6 miNW
50°32'57"N • 6°13'51"E
Alte Schmiede - Ars Scienza, Monschau
67 min walk • Museum
3.7 miNW
50°33'41"N • 6°12'54"E
eifeltrecker, Monschau
94 min walk • Tours
3.9 miNW
Neighbourhood
Mützenich, Monschau
101 min walk • Mützenich is a village and former municipality in the district of Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. It is part of the municipality of Monschau since 1972.