Thematic trail Ürzig geology, spice & rose garden

start: Tourist Information Ürzig
destination: Tourist Information Ürzig

2,07 km
39 minutes
77 m
185 m
108 m
40 / 100

An experience for all the senses. Right above the roofs of the Mosel village Ürzig, 160 plant species, 20 rose varieties, and numerous spices and herbs grow on a steep slope.

The Ürzig garden offers a diverse flora and fauna. Butterflies, bumblebees, and bee species take over the pollination of the plants, which thrive excellently on the warm slate soil. And: At Ürzig lies the only Mosel hill shaped by a tectonic fault and a volcanic heat cloud. Instead of Devonian slate, a variety of different rocks can be found here, with red loose rock being particularly typical. Numerous signs and rock samples along the route provide more information.

Insights into the hiking route:

In the surroundings of Ürzig, interesting geological rock formations can be seen, which are probably unique in the world in this composition. The so-called Rotliegend in its many forms meets the dark Hausrück slate of the Devonian at Ürzig. It is a fantastic world, accessible even for the inexperienced hiker. To admire are towering rock walls, plants rarely seen, viticulture under alpine conditions, and 5 different exhibited rock types in the geology garden.

Impressions

Guided tour through the spice & rose garden

General information

Directions

From the tourist information, first walk past the church of St. Maternus and turn into the street "Moselufer." After about 80 meters, a street branches off to the right, leading you into the vineyards. Follow this path for another 50 meters until a small trail announces the entrance to the spice and rose garden. After climbing the terraces of the two gardens, turn left on the service road and continue hiking to the geology garden.

Safety Guidelines

No special safety instructions.

Equipment

Sturdy hiking boots and, if necessary, backpack provisions.

Tip

Guided tours in the spice garden are organized for groups upon prior registration (Ürzig Tourist Office, Tel. +49 (0)6532-2620).

Getting there

Coming from Bernkastel, follow the B53 towards Koblenz until you reach Zeltingen-Rachtig. Take the third exit at the roundabout and cross the bridge to change the Mosel side, then take the third exit again at the roundabout and follow the road to Ürzig.

Parking

Parking options in the village

Public transit

www.vrt-info.de, www.bahn.de

Bernkastel-Kues: Taxi Edringer: 06531 - 8149, Taxi Priwitzer: 06531 - 96970, Taxi Reitz: 06531 - 6455

Kröv: 06541 - 811020

Nearest/primary stop: Ürzig Denkmal

Literature

WanderGuide - the hiking guide in the Bernkastel-Kues holiday region. With description and map.

Maps

WanderGuide - the hiking guide in the Bernkastel-Kues holiday region. With description and map.

Additional Information