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Hiking & Leisure

Felsenland Südeifel: The Felsenland Südeifel is known for its impressive landscape, characterized by striking rock formations and deep gorges. Visitors can go hiking along the rock formations, explore caves or try climbing. The region also offers numerous opportunities for nature lovers to discover the unique flora and fauna of the Eifel.

Mullerthal Luxembourg and the Mullerthal Trail: The Mullerthal, also known as Luxembourg’s Little Switzerland, impresses with its unique rocky landscape, deep gorges and picturesque streams. Hikers can wander through narrow rock crevices and over steep cliff paths and experience the fascinating nature of the region. The picturesque villages and historical sights in the area are also worth exploring.

Cycling country Rhineland-Palatinate: Rhineland-Palatinate is a paradise for cyclists, and the cycling country offers countless routes through picturesque landscapes, along rivers, vineyards and historic towns. Whether you choose leisurely cycling along the Sauer or challenging mountain bike routes through the forests, there is something for every cyclist to discover.

Mëllerdall Nature & Geopark, Öewersauer Nature Park & ​​Our Nature Park: These nature parks in the border triangle between Germany, Belgium and Luxembourg offer a variety of scenic beauty, from wooded hills to rushing rivers and mysterious rock formations. Visitors can hike, climb, cycle or simply explore nature and enjoy the region’s unique diversity.

Southern Eifel Nature Park: The Southern Eifel Nature Park stretches across a picturesque landscape of forests, rivers and valleys. Here, visitors can hike in unspoilt nature, cycle or simply enjoy the peace and beauty of the surroundings. The park is also known for its diverse wildlife and offers opportunities for bird watching and nature photography.

“Teufelsschlucht”: The Devil’s Gorge is a spectacular gorge in the southern Eifel, which impresses with its steep rock faces and deep crevices. Hikers can walk through the narrow gorge and admire the impressive landscape. The Devil’s Gorge is also a popular destination for climbers and offers challenges for those seeking adventure.

hikes in the region

Overall, you can go on beautiful hikes and bike tours in the Eifel.

In addition to the dinosaur park, the Devil’s Gorge and the Ferschweiler Plateau offer other opportunities to enjoy the beautiful nature of the Southern Eifel on foot.

The Mullerthal, just 20 minutes by car across the border to Luxembourg, also offers beautiful hiking and walking trails. It is not without reason that the Mullerthal is called the “Little Luxembourg Switzerland”.

The Eislek, the north of Luxembourg, also offers wonderful hiking trails.

cycling tours in the region

Here you will find interesting tours not too far from Hinkelshof:

excursions

In the neighboring village of Hüttingen there is the Stove and Iron Museum, which brings to life the life of our great-grandparents’ generation in rural areas. In the season you can enjoy coffee and fresh waffles there from Wednesday to Sunday, 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (As of summer 2024: closed due to bad weather)

Vianden ist ein kleiner, charmanter Ort direkt an der Grenze in Luxemburg (ca. 5 Minuten mit dem Auto). Die  The castle, which majestically overlooks the village, can be reached either on foot or by chairlift, which runs directly over the Our.

About 25 minutes away from us you will find the swimming and adventure pool Aqua Nat’Our  in Hosingen (L), which offers both a bathing world and a quiet sauna area.

In Clervaux/Clerf (L) you can visit one of the – for us personally – most beautiful photo exhibitions in the Greater Region: “The Family of Man”, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

In Diekirch (L) you will find a  museum about the military history  during the Battle of the Bulge (1944-1945).

The Bitburger Brewery offers tours followed by tastings of its own products.

In the Vulkaneifel, more precisely in Gerolstein, you can also visit the beverage company Gerolsteiner 

The Region with Children

Here is a blog recommendation for the Müllerthal with children.

The Sauer, the border river between Germany and Luxembourg, is only 5 minutes by car from the farm and is not only ideal for swimming, but can also be explored from Wallendorf by kayak or canoe.

In the Devil’s Gorge in Ferschweiler you can not only see the new Irrel Waterfalls suspension bridge, but also hike to the Dino Park and go on a journey through time or learn more about local plants and animals in the wild herb workshop.

You can go boating, walking and hiking on the Bitburg reservoir. If you get a little hungry or thirsty in between, there is also something for you. Meanwhile, the youngest can let off steam at the water playground – a great attraction in summer.

In Rosport (L) you will find the child-friendly, interactive Tudor Museum, where you can learn more about electricity and accumulators.

A very special Eifel excursion destination: On an area of around 100 football fields, the Eifelpark Gondorf offers a unique combination of amusement park, zoo, game reserve and falconry.

The Eifel Zoo is just 30 minutes away from us. Cozy, quiet, natural. We can recommend it.
The children’s museum in Wiltz is worth a visit.

Nearby cities

The town of Bitburg: easy to navigate, but therefore very relaxed for a short trip. You can easily find a parking space and are immediately in the pedestrian zone. The third world shop, the organic shop, the tea shop and a bookshop are just a few examples of the shopping opportunities that Bitburg has to offer.

The small town of Echternach (L) is known for its annual dancing procession, but also offers a cozy old town for strolling and eating ice cream. Here you will find the great Echternach Lake with a large playground, great walking opportunities and also large supermarkets. You can also swim in the lake in summer!

The city of Trier, located on the Moselle, invites you to go shopping and take a cultural excursion.

The city of Luxembourg, as the capital of Luxembourg, invites you to visit its old districts, new EU buildings, the Philharmonie, the Casemates, museums, restaurants and much more.

In our village

Right next to our farm you will find the community’s heated outdoor swimming pool.

From the farm you can take beautiful walks in nature, but also longer hikes.

With the bike and the small trailer, which you can rent from us, you can reach the supermarket in just under 10 minutes via the bike path.

The small butcher shop Petry offers goods directly from its own farm.

The Furnace and Iron Museum is located right next door in the village.
The region also has a lot to offer in terms of cuisine, take a look at our recommendations a little further down.

Enjoy regional products

In Geichlingen (approx. 5 minutes by car), the Sachsen-Wagner farm shop sells organic products made on site and lovely gift ideas as souvenirs from the Southern Eifel.

In Wiersdorf, on the way to the Bitburg reservoir, you will find a farm that has converted a small hut into a milk filling station.

In Berdorf (L), about 30 minutes from Hinkelshof, a small farm shop sells cheese products from the region.

10 minutes from Hinkelshof there is Meyrishaff (L). A family-run farm with its own butcher shop and many organic products. You can also regularly pick up roast chicken there.

Food and Drink

Restaurants near us that we would like to recommend: