The wildlife park andraptor zoo is located high up on the Potzberg which you can explore on well-developed paths. The main attraction is the falconry with the bird of prey displays, during which parents and children can observe flight and hunting behavior of these fascinating birds up close. From the end of March until the end of October majestic eagles, powerful vultures, lightning fast kites, and cunning buzzards glide through the air.

Wildpark und Greifvogelzoo Potzberg
66887 Föckelberg
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Phone (06385) 62 49
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The frog, toad, and lurch all live in harmony out in the “real wild” at the Wildpark Betzenberg near Kaiserslautern. European bison and wild horses live together in the wild park community that spans over 25 hectares, undisturbed under the foliage of the magnificent trees. The freely accessible facility not only offers fascinating moments of animal watching, but it also contributes valuably to the conservation of the species. Don’t forget your binoculars!

Wildpark Betzenberg
Entersweilerstraße
67665 Kaiserslautern
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Phone (06 31) 3 65 23 17
Open Tuesday-Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 2 pm

The Mosel is rich with vineyards. Known world-wide for its quality and flavour, the Mosel has been cultivating and producing wine for more than 2000 years. The steep vineyards with their extensive terraces together with the valleys, the sandstone and slate create this unique cultural landscape. The vineyards cover more than 10,000 hectares and more than three-quarters of the grape variety ‘Riesling’ grow here. Their fruit acidity give the Riesling wine its crisp distinctive flavour, thus making it a favourite amongst culinary specialities. Several vineyards along the Mosel are world famous. These include, for example, ’Kröver Nacktarsch‘, ’Ürziger Schwarzlay‘, ’Piesporter Goldtröpfchen‘, ’Bernkasteler Burgdoktor‘ or ’Zeller Schwarze Katz‘. Harvest in the autumn is indeed a unique experience. Numerous winegrowers are always happy to welcome guests to sample their wines.

Tourist-Information Römische Weinstraße
Brückenstraße 26
54338 Schweich
Phone: 06502-407117

What would the Mosel Valley be without their wine festivals? The annual highlight for many vineyards and towns are their yearly festivals. From summer to autumn, experience first hand ’Moselland‘ culture. See how wine is firmly embedded in their traditions and how good wine, good food and good moods all go hand in hand.

When and where these celebrations take place?

Contact Moselland Touristik GmbH
Phone: 06571-97330
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This town is located on the East border of the Eifel region on the Lieser River. It is also situated a few kilometres distance from the Mosel River. It is the district seat of the Bernkastel-Wittlich County. In 1991, Wittlich celebrated its 700th anniversary. Every August, Wittlich hosts the ’Säubrennerkirmes‘ – one of the largest folk festivals in the Rhineland-Palatinate. This festival goes back to the town’s legend when Wittlich was surrounded by enemies. It is said that the gatekeeper, not finding the bolt to lock the city gate, out of desperation used a carrot to lock the gate. Along came a hungry pig, ate the carrot, the gates opening, allowing the enemies to enter, burning down the city. On the third weekend of August, the citizens also pay homage to the patron saint of the town, St. Roch. On the market square, the pig roasting on a spit takes place. More than a hundred pigs are roasted this weekend.

Culturally, Wittlich also has much to offer: The Georg-Meistermann Museum for modern art is one of the most popular museums in the region. It houses a significant portion of the estate of the painter and master glass artist George Mann (1911 to 1990), the most famous is that of ’The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse‘ from the Revelation of St. John. Altogether, more than 30 glass windows at seven locations were created and today are better known as the ’Treasures of Wittlich‘ The museum has various exhibits throughout the year. Phone: 06571 14660.

In the cultural and conference centre ‘Synagogue’ a permanent exhibition tells the history of Jewish life in Wittlich. The exhibit gives visitors an insight about the history of the Jewish community in Wittlich beginning from the 14th Century. The restored synagogue building is one of the prominent landmarks and memorial of Jewish history in Germany. Wittlich also offers good shopping and lots of fun for children at KiLaWi, an indoor playground (Phone: 06571-950782) as Wittlich’s indoor swimming pool, Viteulis designed for people of all ages (Phone: 06571-6088).

The landscape around the town of Zellertal is characterized by its wine industry. It is the only valley in Germany that unites two wine-growing regions. Here, both Pfalzwein and Rheinhessen wine are grown. The Zellertal cycle path and various hiking trails invite visitors to get to know the Tuscan-looking region. Nine villages line the small river Pfrimm, where you can enjoy fine wines almost all year.

Donnersberg-Touristik-Verband
Uhlandstraße 2
67292 Kirchheimbolanden
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Phone (06352) 17 12
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