EifelSchleife Ackerterrassenweg (Municipality Hellenthal)

Along the Ackerterrassen in Hellenthal through shady forests up to the hill castle Wildenburg with a magnificent view. 

The easy hike along the so-called Ackerterrassen promises pure variety. Again and again, you receive numerous information regarding the flora and fauna as well as the formation of the Ackerterrassen. 

Ackerterrassen are terraced farmland arranged on slopes. The typical image of the Ackerterrassen originated back then through plowing parallel to the slope and erosion of the soil on the valley side.

Towards the end of the hike, you walk along Wildenburg castle. The Eifel hill castle was built between 1202 and 1235 and is one of the few castles preserved from war damage or demolition.

During the hike, you can enjoy the silence in the forest and let your gaze wander over the wide meadows. At the end of the route, you reach Wildenburg castle. From here you have a fantastic view over the surrounding land.