Rursee (Schwammenauel & Eschauel)

In addition to the red sandstone cliffs, the Rur Eifel is characterized in particular by the water. Schwammenauel and Eschauel are the two central activity points on Lake Rursee in the district of Düren, where those seeking relaxation and active holidaymakers will find a wide range of offers.

In Schwammenauel, you can stroll along the promenade by the water and enjoy gastronomy with a view of the lake. Here you will also find the RurseeZeit boat hire and sailing school. In Schwammenauel, the RurseeSchifffahrt passenger boats start their excursions across the Rursee and call at various landing stages around the Rursee, including Eschauel and the Kermeterufer in the Eifel National Park. You can start your hike or cycle tour from these landing stages and discover the region around the Rur dam.

Eschauel is the sporty and active hotspot on the Rursee in the district of Düren, where you can go sailing, stand-up paddling, pedal boating, swimming or simply enjoy the sun on the Eschauel beach. The Beach Club Eschauel creates a vacation atmosphere and invites you to linger.