Eifelkreis Bitburg-Prüm

Eifelkreis Bitburg-Prüm is a rural administrative district in southwestern Rhineland-Palatinate, characterized by forested hills, pastures, and waterways. The area encompasses several hundred small communities and villages across diverse terrain.

The territory formed from historical regions including the medieval abbey of Prüm, which remained under Luxembourg's influence for centuries. This heritage shaped how settlements and boundaries developed across the landscape.

The region reflects strong ties to agriculture and wine-making, traditions that shape how communities gather and celebrate together throughout the year. These practices remain visible in village life, where family farms and local businesses carry forward generations of rural knowledge.

The district is accessible by public transport with connections to larger cities like Trier and Luxembourg. Allow extra time when exploring, as services in smaller villages may be limited and distances between communities can be substantial.

The area sits at the crossroads of borders with Belgium and Luxembourg, containing several nature reserves with rare plant and animal species. This border location creates ecological importance that sets the landscape apart from other regions.

Location: Rhineland-Palatinate

Capital city: Bitburg

Elevation above the sea: 340 m

Shares border with: Canton of Clervaux, Canton of Diekirch, Canton of Echternach, Canton of Vianden, Euskirchen, Vulkaneifel, Bernkastel-Wittlich, Trier-Saarburg

Website: https://bitburg-pruem.de

GPS coordinates: 50.00000,6.42000

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:05