Discover Altrich between the Eifel and Moselle

Altrich is located between the Eifel and the Moselle. Topics to consider when planning your trip include the Altrich Circular Hiking Trail (A1), buildings from different periods, the Dicke Eiche (Big Oak) and regional products. If you are looking for a hotel, first consider whether hiking, cycling, nature or architectural history will shape your stay. This will help you tailor your plans to the interests that matter most to you.

On foot and by bike

The Altrich Circular Hiking Trail (A1) starts at the bus stop on Andreasstraße in the village centre and can be walked in either direction. The route passes wayside crosses before reaching Altrich’s district of Büscheid. The Dicke Eiche is on the A1; the oak is at least 300 years old and has been protected as a natural monument since 1938. For cyclists, the Wallfahrtschleife (Pilgrimage Loop) runs through the Wittlicher Senke around Altrich. The Maare-Mosel Cycle Route runs nearby, following a former railway line from Daun to Lieser on the Moselle. The long-distance Lieserpfad hiking trail is also close to Altrich. The routes differ in type and course, ranging from a circular hiking trail to cycling routes and a long-distance hiking trail. Check access information for the A1 before setting out, as details about access to the trail may change.

Churches and architectural history

The parish church of St. Andreas in Altrich is a Gothic Revival hall church with five bays, dating from 1873. There is also a stone outdoor altar at the church. The branch church of St. Quirinus in Büscheid is likewise a Gothic Revival hall church, but has three bays and dates from the late 19th century. The two share a building style but differ in the number of bays and their dates: a specific year is given for St. Andreas, while St. Quirinus is dated more broadly to the late 19th century.

A plastered chapel at Hof Haardt probably dates from 1720. Gut Kirchhof is a former Electoral estate; a wayside shrine depicting the Crucifixion at Gut Kirchhof is dated 1714. These earlier dates provide a distinct historical point of reference alongside the 19th-century churches. The chapel has a probable date, while the year for the shrine is specified.

Nature and regional products

Biohof Wahsner sells regional products directly from the producer: organic beef, honey, apple juice and seasonal vegetables. Since availability may vary with the seasons, it is a good idea to check the current selection in advance if you have a particular purchase in mind. The Schemehl pottery workshop is another way to experience the region authentically. Alongside the trails and buildings, regional produce and a distinctive cultural connection are therefore also options to consider when planning your trip.

Bernkastel-Wittlich in the wider region

Beyond Altrich, the destination of Bernkastel-Wittlich has its own distinctive landscape: the volcanic Eifel, the romantic Moselle Valley and the Hunsrück, with its abundant forests and meadows, meet there. The 816-metre-high Erbeskopf invites visitors to go hiking and offers a wide range of winter sports. The wine shop in the historic vaulted cellars of St. Nikolaus Hospital offers a different focus. Wines from the Moselle, Saar and Ruwer are available for tasting, with a selection of 100 wines ranging from quality wines to ice wine. These examples are part of Bernkastel-Wittlich and should be seen as regional additions, distinct from the attractions of Altrich.

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