Lake Rur in the Eifel region
Lake Rur is one of the most beautiful destinations in the Eifel region. Whether you prefer relaxing walks along the water, swimming in the summer, or active experiences like hiking and cycling – Lake Rur offers the perfect experience for every holiday.
After an eventful day, you can relax in our holiday apartments at Victorhof in Monschau and enjoy the peace and quiet of nature.
Activities
There are numerous opportunities at the lake,
to actively shape your day:
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Hikes along the shore
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Cycling on well-developed paths
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Boat trips and water sports in summer
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Swimming at selected bathing areas
The Rursee is also an ideal destination for families, with plenty of space to explore and relax.
You can find more ideas for things to do around Monschau on our "The region" page.
Natural bathing spots for the whole family
Our recommendation: The Rurberg natural bathing area (20-minute drive from the apartments) in the Rursee center is particularly family-friendly: Here you will find green areas, shady trees and a sandy section with shallow water.
During the summer holidays and on weekends in the main season, the DLRG ensures safety on the water.
Extras:
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Parking is available directly on site.
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Toilet available
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Free admission
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Regular monitoring of water quality
You can find more swimming spots here:
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Einruhr natural swimming pool (30-minute drive)
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Woffelsbach Bay (25-minute drive)
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Eschauel Peninsula (30-minute drive)
Boat tour
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Experience the Rursee from the water! Enjoy the idyllic scenery of the Eifel lake district on a Rursee boat trip.
For those who fancy even more: The Rursee Railway takes you on an hour-long journey to the charming town of Heimbach, passing sights such as the castle, reservoir and Art Nouveau power plant – perfectly combinable with a boat trip.
Water sports opportunities on the Rursee
From 2026 onwards, you can rent up to 2 stand-up paddleboards (SUPs) and a pump for a small fee, subject to availability.
Rental of kayaks, pedal boats and SUPs from external providers
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Canoeing with Canoe Petry
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Rent kayaks, pedal boats and SUPs at NaturBewegtDich
HIKING
Numerous hiking trails lead along the Rursee lake, offering fantastic views of the water and landscape.
For families, short circular routes or hikes combined with a boat trip are suitable.
Many recommended hiking routes around the Rursee can be found on the Rureifel Tourism website.
After your hike, you can relax in our holiday apartments in Monschau and enjoy the peace and quiet of the Eifel region.
Ride a bike
Lake Rursee is also an ideal destination for cyclists. Well-maintained paths lead around the lake and through the rolling hills of the Eifel region.
Bring your own bike or rent one from us! Our holiday apartments in Monschau are a great starting point for your cycling tours in the Eifel region and around the Rursee lake.