Eifel National Park

National Park

National parks have the strictest protection category among the large protected areas. Entire ecosystems and natural processes are protected here. In the Eifel National Park, extensive forests and open landscapes are on their way back to second-hand wilderness.

The Eifel National Park protects the habitats of deciduous forests, spring areas, stream valleys and open areas that characterise the natural landscape of the Eifel. True to the national park motto ‘Let nature be nature’, nature develops according to its very own laws. This creates vital refuges for thousands of endangered animal and plant species. Animal examples include the black stork, eagle owl and wildcat.

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Wildlife

Wildkatze

Fauna

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Feldlerche

Fauna

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Rules

Entry behavior

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Entering the area is only allowed on

Designated paths/places

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Entering off the beaten path is forbidden

Snow activities

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Winter sport is only allowed on

Designated paths/places

Horse riding activities

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Harnessed vehicles is forbidden

Motorized activities

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Motor vehicle is only allowed on

Officially public dedicated streets/places

Water activities

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Water sport is forbidden on

Designated paths/places

Mountain activities

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Climbing is forbidden

Stay activities

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Camping is forbidden

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Camping (vehicle/trailer) is forbidden

between 9 p.m. and 8 a.m.

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Camping/Bivouac is forbidden

Air activities

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Drones/model planes is forbidden

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Air sport (starting and landing) is forbidden

General behavior

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Dogs with leash is allowed

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Fire is forbidden

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Disposing of waste is forbidden

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Collecting plants is forbidden

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Mushroom collecting is forbidden

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Cutting or injuring trees is forbidden

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Feeding animals is forbidden

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Smoking is forbidden

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Swimming is forbidden

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Bathing animals is forbidden

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Fishing is forbidden

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Noise (tape recorders, players) is forbidden