Cool retreats in Rhineland-Palatinate: How to defy the heat wave!

Cool retreats in Rhineland-Palatinate: How to defy the heat wave!

The heat wave has Rhineland-Palatinate firmly under control and is causing record-breaking temperatures near 40 degrees. As the sun shines relentlessly from the sky, many are looking for refreshing places to escape the summer heat. There are several cool retreats in the region, and the options are diverse.

Cool surprises await in nature, especially in the Eifel Maaren. These idyllic volcanic lakes offer a water temperature of a pleasant 15 degrees - and that's not all! Rheinpfalz reports on five maars that invite you to take a refreshing jump into the cool water. These include the Gemündener Maar, Schalkenmehrener Maar, Pulvermaar, Meerfelder Maar and the Laacher See. If you want to find out more about geology, you can visit the volcano museum in Daun or the Maarmuseum in Manderscheid - the volcanic history of the Eifel is presented in an exciting way here.

Relaxation in the cool

Another highlight is the slate mine in Mayen. At a constant 14 degrees, it's an ideal place to escape the heat. Open Monday to Sunday, visitors can explore the deep, cool tunnels.

If you want to escape the hustle and bustle, you should visit Trier Cathedral. This oldest episcopal church in Germany attracts particularly large numbers of people in hot weather. The inclusion of refreshing cool air with appropriate clothing makes the visit all the more enjoyable. Around a million guests come every year to enjoy the impressive architecture and refreshing temperatures.

Underground adventures

The Oppenheimer Kellerlabyrinth offers another cool alternative. Between 16 and 18 degrees in fascinating underground passages you can experience the history of the region up close. These mysterious passages were built between the 12th and 17th centuries and are waiting to be discovered.

For adventurous nature lovers, we recommend the forest shower near Gleisweiler and the Teufelstisch near Hinterweidenthal. The historic forest shower from 1848 attracts many hikers and offers a water temperature of around 8 to 12 degrees. Meanwhile, the shady Palatinate Forest around the Devil's Table provides a pleasant cool-down and a bizarre rock formation that invites you to explore.

Health tips for hot weather

With all this diversity, one should still keep an eye on the health risks of extreme heat. wärme.rlp warns of possible complaints such as headaches, nausea and dizziness that can be caused by the high temperatures. Therefore, make sure you drink enough fluids and keep your body temperature cool. If you feel poorly, you should definitely see a doctor or contact the emergency services on 112.

Whether in the cool mine, on the cool Maar or in the historic cellar vaults - Rhineland-Palatinate has something for everyone to survive the summer heat in a relaxed manner. Take the opportunity to enjoy the nature and culture of the region!