Getting to Eifel National Park
Eifel National Park sits in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, with Schleiden the nearest town of any size — about 7.1 km (4.4 mi) out, or roughly 12 min of driving.
Drive times from Eifel National Park
Eifel National Park sits close enough to Hunsrück-Hochwald National Park, Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Black Forest National Park, and Hainich National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Hunsrück-Hochwald National Park | 109 km (67.6 mi) | 2 hr 3 min |
| Kellerwald-Edersee National Park | 194 km (121 mi) | 3 hr 18 min |
| Black Forest National Park | 260 km (162 mi) | 4 hr 17 min |
| Hainich National Park | 290 km (180 mi) | 4 hr 43 min |
Towns to base yourself in
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Schleiden | 7.1 km (4.4 mi) | 12 min |
| Mechernich | 18 km (11.2 mi) | 30 min |
| Düren | 26.9 km (16.7 mi) | 41 min |
| Aachen | 32 km (19.9 mi) | 46 min |
| Jülich | 39.2 km (24.3 mi) | 54 min |
| Köln | 55.9 km (34.8 mi) | 1 hr 12 min |
| Heinsberg | 58.8 km (36.5 mi) | 1 hr 15 min |
| Mönchengladbach | 68.5 km (42.6 mi) | 1 hr 25 min |
How to read these numbers
Distances are straight-line between the town and the park centre. Drive estimates add a road factor and an average speed, which is close enough for planning but wrong wherever mountains, ferries, or seasonal closures are involved.
Inside a large park, getting from the entrance to the part you came to see can add another hour or more.
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Common questions
What is the closest town to Eifel National Park?
Schleiden, about 7.1 km (4.4 mi) away — roughly 12 min of driving.
Where should I stay when visiting Eifel National Park?
The practical bases are Schleiden, Mechernich, and Düren — all within a reasonable drive of the park.