High Fens Distance to the Vennbahn: 5 km
Nature reserve with unique flora and fauna and one of the last preserved high moors in Europe.
More informationCrossing the impressive Reichenstein viaduct, you pass through Kalterherberg and the German exclave “Ruitzhof”, back into Belgian territory. The one-of-a-kind heath heralds the High Fens. This fascinating high moor acting as a gigantic reservoir and, at the same time, the namesake of the Vennbahn, makes it necessary to build bridges over numerous streams and rivers. Past the old railway station building of Sourbrodt with a considerable number of well-preserved relics from railway history, the Vennbahn runs between the lakes of Robertville and Bütgenbach and finally ends in Waimes.
Show mapNature reserve with unique flora and fauna and one of the last preserved high moors in Europe.
More informationThe construction of the dam almost 90 years ago has made Robertville a Mecca for those in search of rest and relaxation. The idyllically located bathing lake spans an area of around 198 acres.
More informationThe location and its dam are a popular local recreational area offering outstanding sports and leisure facilities.
More informationFor more than a century, the Vennbahn was the iron link between Aachen and the north of Luxembourg. An eventful period in the truest sense of the word which gave rise to a great deal of history and stories. There are a total of 20 locations around the Vennbahn where you can search for traces of the peculiarities of the countryside and people of the region. The stories are visually underpinned by comics typical of Belgium. Have fun on your discovery tour!
Situated at the highest point in Belgium and surrounded by green countryside, the lodge is the perfect destination at any time of the year.
More informationThe hotel is located in the market square in Bütgenbach by the lake.
More informationThis family-friendly establishment offers its guests a large common spa area featuring a swimming pool, sauna, infrared cabin and fitness room.
More informationThe campsite is situated by the banks of Bütgenbach reservoir and offers all-year pitches up to 100 m². The campsite is an integral part of Worriken centre with restaurant, swimming pool and sandy beach.
More informationThe “Sporthouse” offers 28 barrier-free double rooms and is situated in the sports and leisure centre “Sport- und Freizeitzentrum Worriken” by the banks of Bütgenbach Lake.
More informationThe hotel has a total of 10 cosily furnished rooms, all equipped with a telephone and television.
More informationThis accommodation is the ideal starting point for hiking and cycling tours on the border between Germany and Belgium.
More informationManderfeld is among the most high-lying villages in Belgium. The spectacular landscape of woodland and meadows with numerous elevations and deep, picturesque creek valleys is ideal for hiking and cycling.
More informationHotel Drosson is centrally located near Bütgenbach Lake and pampers its guest in its in-house spa facilities with an infrared cabin and indoor swimming pool.
More informationThe guest house is set in green surroundings. The house offers 4 rooms and 1 suite, all of which are equipped with en-suite facilities and a flat-screen television.
More informationThis is the place to come to experience Belgian hospitality at close hand and in surroundings in touch with nature and animals.
More informationThe apartment hotel is situated in the heart of Waimes directly by the junction of two popular railway line cycle paths.
More informationThis elegant hotel is situated on the banks of Robertville Lake, in the heart of the High Fens Nature Park.
More informationThis comfortable 3-star hotel is located in a peaceful yet central setting in the village of Weywertz.
More informationParking facilities stage 4
From the old railway station in Waimes, the Vennbahn takes you through lush green and gently undulating hills. An ideal location for paddocks, which you can marvel at by the woodland area of Wolfsbusch. The aroma of freshly smoked Ardennes ham wafts towards you as you cycle towards Montenau. In Born, the route leads you under the imposing Freiherr-von-Korff viaduct and then onwards to the lively little town of St. Vith. Here at the local history museum (Heimatmuseum) “Between Venn und Schneifel” you can immerse yourself in the chequered past of the Vennbahn.