Ammeldingen an der Our lies on the eastern bank of the Our, directly on the border with Luxembourg and within the South Eifel Nature Park. The area offers river and forest experiences alongside a long history: hiking along the Our, the surrounding forests and historic buildings provide a variety of ways to explore the area.
Hiking, the Our and the village square
Local activities include hiking along the Our; the surrounding forests are also considered suitable for hiking. Cyclists use a road through the Our Valley near Ammeldingen an der Our. These activities have different focal points: the Our and the surrounding forests are relevant for hiking, while the road through the Our Valley is relevant for cycling. The road between Wallendorf and Roth an der Our passes through Ammeldingen an der Our and Gentingen. Small bridges along the road invite you to take photographs. There are benches in the village square—a specific place to sit and take a break during your visit.
The chapel and historic traces
The historic chapel dates from 1816 and was partially redesigned in 1980. It is evidence of the village’s religious tradition. Ammeldingen may also be Germany’s smallest place with its own house of worship. Another historic building is the farmhouse at house number 5, which dates from the 17th century. The village was first documented in 767. In the 12th century, the settlement was called Oingelingen; in 1570, it was called Ameldingen. Until the French Revolution, Ammeldingen an der Our belonged to the County of Vianden. The early written records, later forms of the name and individual buildings point to different aspects of the village’s history.
Accommodation and planning
The Alte Zollhaus is described as offering accommodation in double rooms or apartments; bicycle parking and an on-site restaurant are also mentioned. If you are considering staying there, check current availability before your trip.
More places to explore in the Eifelkreis Bitburg-PrĂĽm
Other places in the wider Eifelkreis Bitburg-Prüm travel region offer their own cultural attractions. The Devonium in Waxweiler presents complex concepts in palaeontology and the science of fossil life in a playful way. The Mühlenberger Stollen Bleialf visitor mine has a mining trail with numerous information panels on the area’s mining history, as well as one-hour tours through the mine. You can learn more about ore mining, from geology to applied technology. Checking the tour dates before your trip can help with planning. The water castle in Rittersdorf, around 700 years old, has remained almost unchanged since it was built and offers an impressive picture of late-medieval and Renaissance residential culture. The castle also has a privately run restaurant serving fine regional cuisine; check that it is open before visiting.
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