Dreimühlen waterfall, Natural monument in Üxheim, Germany
Dreimühlen waterfall is a natural monument near Üxheim formed by carbonate springs flowing over layered tufa rock. The water descends in steps, creating a distinctive formation that stands out within the volcanic landscape of the area.
The waterfall appeared in 1912 as an unintended result of railway construction between Dümpelfeld and Jünkerath, which caused three carbonate springs to merge. The railway work altered the natural water flow and led to the formation of this geological feature.
The waterfall marks a notable point along the Eifelsteig hiking trail, where visitors explore the geological formations of the Vulkaneifel region.
Access begins from the parking area at Nohner Mühle via a walking path through relatively flat terrain. The route is well-maintained but not suitable for wheelchairs, making it manageable for most visitors with good mobility.
The water deposits calcium layers each year, slowly extending the waterfall further into the valley. This active growth process makes it a rare example of a still-expanding natural formation that visitors can observe over time.
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