Eifel loop Satzvey Castle (city of Mechernich)

This Eifel loop offers many impressions over a short distance. The Buntsandstein rock formation Katzensteine and Satzvey Castle are absolute highlights!

The Katzensteine and Veybach nature reserves frame this Eifel loop. The highlights of this beautiful hiking trail are undoubtedly the Katzensteine and Satzvey Castle. The Katzensteine are a rock formation made of Buntsandstein. The stones are up to 15 m high and impress with their rugged shapes and distinctive red coloring.

Satzvey Castle is considered the best-preserved moated castle in the Rhineland. It has been in family ownership for over 300 years. The castle courtyards can be entered at any time free of charge. The castle itself can be visited as part of guided tours. There are various restaurants and shops on the grounds. Throughout the year, tournaments, Easter markets, witches’ festivals, Halloween and castle Christmas events, as well as medieval feasts, musical events, theater performances, and stage shows take place at and in the castle.