From fairytale castles to world-class golf courses, there’s something for everyone in Euskirchen. The town is a gateway to North Rhine-Westphalia, where you’ll find vibrant cities like Cologne, Düsseldorf and Bonn. Local attractions include an industrial heritage museum and an enormous indoor spa complex.
Things to do in Euskirchen
Therme Euskirchen is a slice of the tropics in the heart of Germany. The complex is enclosed under a cavernous glass roof and features lagoon-style swimming pools set beneath hundreds of lush palms. Treat yourself to a massage, relax in the sauna and order fruity cocktails from one of the swim-up bars. The water is a balmy 33° Celsius year-round, even in the height of winter.
Burg Satzvey is a hidden gem a stone’s throw from Euskirchen. Unlike other fairytale castles in Germany, Burg Satzvey feels quiet and uncrowded. Medieval walls, soaring turrets and water-filled moat are reminiscent of a children’s storybook. The castle moonlights as an atmospheric venue for festivals, markets and medieval events.
Tee off at Golf Club Schloss Miel, a stunning 18-hole course set in the grounds of a beautifully restored castle. The emerald-green fairways and immaculate greens are picture-perfect. Enjoy lunch at the restaurant housed in the former coach house. There’s also a sun-drenched beer garden overlooking the signature 18th hole.
Get up to speed on the town’s blue-collar past at the Mueller Cloth Mill Industrial Museum. It occupies a restored cloth mill and showcases original machinery and equipment from the 1900s. Join a guided tour to see the machinery in action!
Getting around Euskirchen
Euskirchen is compact and easy to get around on foot. The town is 45 minutes from Bonn and Cologne by car or train. Rental cars offer the freedom to visit Euskirchen and explore the North Rhine-Westphalia region at your own pace. Cologne Bonn Airport is a 45-minute drive away.