Johannes Bridge in Monreal – Monreal Historic Old Town loop from Nachtsheim
Johannes Bridge in Monreal – Monreal Historic Old Town loop from Nachtsheim
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Johannes Bridge in Monreal – Monreal Historic Old Town loop from Nachtsheim
01:14
24.5km
380m
Road cycling
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: May 10, 2026
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Start point
Bus stop
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13.2 km
View of Löwenburg and Philippsburg
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The Löwenburg above the timber-framed village of Monreal is a so-called spur castle and was first documented in 1229.
Count Hermann III of Virneburg is considered the builder of the Löwenburg. According to tradition, he is said to have built the complex on his brother Philipp's land after a partition agreement. The resulting disputes between the brothers were later settled, and Philipp ceded his rights to the region to his brother.
Today, large parts of the Löwenburg are still preserved, giving a good impression of how stately the former appearance of the castle must have been. Primarily, the remains of the 25-meter-high keep with its three-meter-thick walls are visible from afar. The high entrance to the imposing keep faces the valley and is therefore strategically advantageous, towards the side facing away from the enemy.
The castle tower is unfortunately currently closed and inaccessible.
Die Philippsburg
The Philippsburg in Monreal was also built in the 13th century. The nickname "Rech" (Roe Deer) in the vernacular was given to the Philippsburg due to its smaller size compared to the Löwenburg.
There are two different theories regarding its origin: on the one hand, the Philippsburg is said to have been built merely as an advanced or outer work of the Löwenburg, or on the other hand, as Philipp's "answer" to the unauthorized construction of the Löwenburg by his brother.
From the Philippsburg, substantial remains of walls have also been preserved - with the northwest tower and the restored south wall - which give a good impression of the original complex.
Source:
eifel.info/pois/loewen-und-philippsburg
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View of Löwenburg Castle from Monreal
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View of Monreal Old Town from Untere Schossbrücke
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Café Plüsch Monreal
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Definitely worth a visit.
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Johannes Bridge in Monreal
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Monreal Village and Löwenburg Castle Ruins
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Jakobsweg Through Monreal
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15.2 km
Monreal Historic Old Town
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24.5 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
15.7 km
8.04 km
716 m
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< 100 m
Surfaces
23.8 km
362 m
314 m
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< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (520 m)
Lowest point (290 m)
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