East of Bitburg, about 3 km away, lies the Albachtal in an idyllic limestone gorge. Stairs of natural stone (caution: danger of slipping) lead to the enchanted place of the Mariengrotte. Moss, ferns and clover line the path to the left and right. After a short time, the view of a waterfall and the Mariengrotte opens up.
Distance:14.8 km
Duration:4:10 h
Difficulty:Medium
The stonecrosses along the "Oberweiser Kreuze-Weg" are provided with numbered information boards. The trail includes 12 stations and has a length of about 14 kilometres.
The representative buildings of Malberg Castle contain stucco ceilings and wood paneling as well as tapestries. A painted wall covering with hunting scenes is unique.
In the community forest of Herforst, the so-called "Arenberg Forest", there are still remains of this wall as a 1 m-high stone wall with original foundations.
The listed building is not only being used as living quarters but also as a place to offer high-quality cultural venues. Theatre, concerts and exhibits take place inside and outside the castle.