Gerolstein Natural History Museum - journeys in time on the Eifelsteig
Gerolstein
Open today
The Natural History Museum in the old town hall of Gerolstein is on the trail of nature. In addition to minerals, rocks and fossils from the region, there are also exhibits from the prehistoric and early history as well as the most species-rich collection of butterflies in the Eifel.
As a major actor in Luxembourg’s cultural scene, and as an internationally recognised institution, Mudam, which celebrated its 10th anniversary in July 2016, is attracting an increasingly wider audience. Aware of the diversity ofcontemporary creation, the museum cultivates the curiosity and openness by developing a forward-looking and pluralistic programme, both through the originality of its exhibitions and the various collaborations it initiates.
Langendorf Castle was first mentioned in 1240. The oldest part of the main building dates back to the 15th century and was expanded around 1498 to include the courtrooms. The castle has been in family ownership since 1880 and was passed on to the then-20-year-old heir Manfred Vetter in 1957 - with the aim of restoring and revitalizing the heavily damaged castle. “Concert in the Barn” - from 1994 to 2010, more than 120 concerts featuring young musicians took place in the barn of the castle. The international historical fire helmet collection with approximately 300 helmets was incorporated into the foundation in 2010. The open-air stage, used only ten times, was donated to the Euskirchen district at the end of 2010 for events by schools, clubs, and others. The castle (cellar ground floor and outside) is available for group tours by arrangement.
The Darscheid "Drees" is a "Säuerling" (acidulous water) in the middle of the forest, located near the "Lehbach" stream. The ferruginous "Säuerling" (acidulous water) passes through many layers of rock until it gushes out of the earth.
Welcome to the GEROLSTEINER STERNPARK – a place where nature, movement, and encounters come alive in the heart of Gerolstein.The Gerolsteiner Sternpark is dedicated to the themes of nature, health, sustainability, and water – presenting them in a variety of inspiring ways.