Explore the Schalkenmehrener Maar and its surroundings

The maar is a few minutes’ walk away and can become part of your daily routine: a morning stroll, a daytime swim or an evening view across the lake. Its proximity is a major advantage.

The largest of the three Daun maars feels open and closely connected to the village. Water, lakeside paths, restaurants and village life form a pleasant combination, especially in summer.

Guests booking a holiday home in Schalkenmehren often choose it for this short walk, staying where the maar is genuinely accessible on foot.

Swimming, walking and spontaneous lakeside breaks

A swim, short walk or pause by the water can be fitted in spontaneously. Families and guests with dogs can enjoy the surroundings without every outing taking half a day.

If you travel with a dog, our page about holidays with dogs in the Eifel has more information about fitting local walks into a relaxed day.

Three nearby maars each have their own character. The Gemündener Maar feels compact, surrounded by woodland and slopes. Its sheltered setting and views differ from the more open Schalkenmehrener Maar.

The Weinfelder Maar has a particularly quiet atmosphere. Its chapel, surrounding paths and wider views make a distinctive landscape.

Visit several maars over two or three days: each offers a different perspective on the Vulkaneifel, with Schalkenmehren as a convenient starting point.

Which maar suits your plans?

Choose the Schalkenmehrener Maar for a day without driving, the Gemündener Maar for a wooded walk, and the Weinfelder Maar for quiet views and the chapel’s special setting.

For the wider landscape, visit our page on the Vulkaneifel around Schalkenmehren, explaining the connections between maars, volcanic activity and walking country.

The Dronketurm offers wide views across the Eifel, revealing how water, hills and open spaces fit together. It is a worthwhile addition to a walk around the maars.

The Weinfelder chapel is a distinctive cultural landmark. Other destinations include Hoher List observatory, the Schalkenmehren weaving museum and smaller paths suitable for half-day outings.

The large village playground is easy to combine with nature outings and child-friendly breaks.

The maar region is even more enjoyable with a comfortable base. At Holiday home St. Martin , return from a walk or swim to a house with room for wet shoes, clothing, family life and quiet evenings.

Check your dates on the home page and send an enquiry for a stay among the maars, viewpoints and walking trails around Schalkenmehren.