Daun

This municipality in Vulkaneifel, Rhineland-Palatinate, spreads over wooded hills and valleys and serves as a district seat with mineral springs that supply local wellness centers. The place combines residential streets, small shops and spa facilities centered around a main square where visitors and residents meet.

Records of settlement here reach back to medieval times, when a fortress provided protection and governance for the area. The rise as a health resort began in the late 1800s, when doctors promoted the healing properties of the local waters.

Visitors notice the way spa culture shapes everyday life here, with many cafés and shops geared toward guests seeking mineral water treatments and woodland walks. The rhythms of the season bring hikers in spring and summer, while autumn and winter draw those who come for indoor therapies and quiet retreats.

Regional trains and buses connect the area with nearby cities, making arrival straightforward for those traveling from within Germany. Accommodations range from simple guesthouses to larger establishments with therapy options, bookable throughout the year.

The area holds several maar lakes, round bodies of water formed by volcanic explosions when magma met groundwater. These craters now serve as swimming spots during warm months and attract geologists studying volcanic landforms.

Location: Vulkaneifel

Elevation above the sea: 410 m

Website: http://stadt-daun.de

GPS coordinates: 50.19861,6.83194

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:20