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Tag Archives: Monschau
Green Shoots from Old Roots – Reimagining cultural landscapes
Given its proximity to where we live, the upland plateau of the Eifel, located to the South of Aachen is one of our most popular choices for day trips. In recent years it has become increasingly frequented as a tourist … Continue reading
Posted in Aachen & Euregio, History & Culture, In Europe, Trees & Greenspaces, Wild Places
Tagged Aachen, ancient woodlands, biomass, biomass energy, cultural heritage tourism, cultural landscapes, ecotourism, Eicherscheid, Eifel, Eifel National Park, European beavers, European Village Renewal Award, firewood, Flurhecken, folk tales, Green Tourism, Haushecken, hedges, hollow ways, Mützenich, Monschau, Monschauer Heckenlandschaft, Natura 2000, rewilding, River Rur, Simmerath, sustainable development, woodlands
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Monschau: A hidden gem in the Eifel
The old weaving town of Monschau is a real hidden gem tucked away in the Rur Valley within the Eifel Region to the South of Aachen. I love the old half timbered houses and the rambling streets of the old … Continue reading
Posted in Aachen & Euregio, History & Culture, In Europe, Uncategorized
Tagged Aachen, Eifel, Euregio, medieval architecture, Monschau, Red House
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Spring Woods of the Eifel
Spring really has sprung ! …at least here around Aachen and in the sheltered woods and glens of the Eifel, an upland plateau area which lies between Aachen and the river Mosel. This is a great time of year to be out and about in nature in the … Continue reading
Posted in Aachen & Euregio, History & Culture, In Europe, Trees & Greenspaces, Wild Places
Tagged Aachen, beech, forests, Heimbach, herb paris, Monschau, mosel, oak, Ruhr, sawmills, wildflowers, wood products, woodlands, Zweifall
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