Eifel Tourismus GmbH, Dominik Ketz
Discover Altscheid in the southern Eifel!
Altscheid, an idyllic village in the Eifel district of Bitburg-Prüm in Rhineland-Palatinate, is picturesquely situated in the Southern Eifel Nature Park. With a history dating back to the 14th century, Altscheid offers both cultural sights and natural experiences.
Public facilities:
Altscheid has a village community center with an adjoining barbecue hut and a children's playground.
Sights and culture:
- St. Matthias parish church: The church has a choir tower from 1330 and a vaulted, single-nave nave from 1760.
- Historic two-sided courtyard: At Hauptstraße 24 there is a two-sided courtyard from 1784 with an unusually elaborate entrance design.
Nature and leisure:
- Hikes: The area around Altscheid offers numerous hiking trails with impressive views of the Eifel landscape.
- Bitburg reservoir: Only around 5 km away, the Bitburg reservoir invites you to spend relaxing hours by the water.
Traditional events:
- Village festivals: Altscheid cultivates its traditions with fairs and traditional events.
Experience the harmonious combination of history, culture and nature in Altscheid and be enchanted by the idyllic landscape of the southern Eifel!