Greimersburg: Endert Mill Trail and Traces at Burglay

Greimersburg can be explored on a circular hike with views of the Endert Valley and traces from different periods. A prehistoric fortification has been preserved at Burglay; mills shaped the local history along the Endert. These themes give you a concrete basis for planning your stay around outdoor activity, landscape and regional history.

Hiking the Endert Mill Trail

The Endert Mill Trail is a 10.7-kilometre circular hike in Greimersburg. It starts and ends at the Oose Laden village shop. The route includes the Zickelslei viewpoint and views into the deeply incised, largely unspoilt Endert Valley. Sturdy footwear is recommended. The stated route length gives you a clear framework for planning your day: if hiking is the main focus, you can set aside time for it as a separate activity.

Burglay and the history of the mills

South of Greimersburg, a prehistoric fortification has been preserved at Burglay. Its earthworks consist of a rampart made of slate rubble and a ditch. The site is probably associated with the Late Hunsrück-Eifel Culture, dated to approximately 600 to 250 BC. This historical focal point therefore reaches far back into the past.

The history of the mills tells of a much later use of the Endert: in 1663, local residents jointly operated three mills on the river. Several mills are also known from the 18th and 19th centuries. Together, the fortification and the mills show how different periods shaped the character of local history.

The Endert Valley and regional experiences

The valley of the wild Endert is regarded as a romantic, rugged side valley of the Moselle. The Valley of the Wild Endert Experience Trail follows the stream through a landscape associated with historic mills. This lets you encounter the theme of milling in a broader landscape context as well.

If you include other experiences in the wider Cochem-Zell destination in your plans, you can bring together a range of interests. The medieval Imperial Castle of Cochem was restored and rebuilt in the neo-Gothic style in the 19th century by Louis Ravené as part of the Romantic revival of castles. The interior spaces open to visitors include the Knights' Hall, dining room, hunting room and ladies' chamber. On Fridays and Saturdays, the castle offers rustic medieval-style feasts under the name “Gasterey nach Art der alten Rittersleut”. Check the current dates before visiting, as the schedule may change.

Nature and landscape also offer distinctive highlights: the Jungferweiher in Cochem-Zell is an important breeding and resting area for numerous bird species, especially during the spring and autumn migrations. The Geierlay suspension bridge is 360 metres long and runs 100 metres above the Mörsdorfer Bachtal, between Sosberg in the district of Cochem-Zell and Mörsdorf in the Rhein-Hunsrück district. Many tourist attractions in Cochem-Zell are well connected to public transport. A visitor programme published in July 2025 lists the relevant bus or train service for each destination; check current connections before travelling, as routes may change.

Plan your stay around your interests

The Endert Mill Trail and local history provide concrete themes for your stay in the area; the other nature and cultural experiences are part of the wider Cochem-Zell destination. Consider how much space to give the hike and how much to regional themes in your travel plans. This will help you clarify which experiences matter most as you search for suitable accommodation.

Discover more destinations: Mesenich, Sehl, Dohr, Ernst, Ellenz-Poltersdorf, Beilstein, Bremm, Valwig.

Go to the wider travel overview: Cochem.